The Magic Roundabout
Rather like gas holders that existed in most British towns and cities, railways turntables are one of those relatively common 20th century sights that seemed to disappear quickly and without much fanfare.
This one, part of the Yeovil Railway Centre across the tracks from Yeovil Junction Station, is still in regular use by the steam locomotives hauling excursions on the mainline. Built for the GWR in 1947, it is operated by the vacuum or air brake system of the locomotive. Being a rare railway turntable that survives in working order, Historic England have designated it as a Grade 11 Listed Building.
In these photos, 35018 British India Line is rotated by 180 degrees.
The Magic Roundabout
Rather like gas holders that existed in most British towns and cities, railways turntables are one of those relatively common 20th century sights that seemed to disappear quickly and without much fanfare.
This one, part of the Yeovil Railway Centre across the tracks from Yeovil Junction Station, is still in regular use by the steam locomotives hauling excursions on the mainline. Built for the GWR in 1947, it is operated by the vacuum or air brake system of the locomotive. Being a rare railway turntable that survives in working order, Historic England have designated it as a Grade 11 Listed Building.
In these photos, 35018 British India Line is rotated by 180 degrees.