Before computers and screens, railways were run with skill, timing, and a bank of levers. Discover the craftsmanship and coordination behind traditional railway signalling with a guided Signal Box Tour at Corfe Castle or Harmans Cross. These working signal boxes remain a vital part of the Swanage Railway — and offer a fascinating glimpse into the past. From managing a single-track line to communicating with the mainline at Basingstoke, your guide will bring the story of railway operations to lif
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