SCRCA site 231401: Hellifield MPD

SCRCA Location Introduction

The Midland Railway Company opened its engine shed at Hellifield in 1880. Hellifield Motive Power Depot closed on 9th February 1970.

231400: Hellifield MPD - MR Engine sheds: Context view from the south

Key details from the Location Record

Location Type
Motive Power Depot
Location Variant
Not Applicable
Assessment status
Assessed
Current Use(s)
Demolished
Shown on a land plan?
Yes 
Construction / installation period
0: Construction period unknown
Distance from London St.Pancras
231 miles and 30 chains
Position relative to running lines
Up
Visibility
This location is PARTIALLY visible from nearby publicly accessible land.
Accessibility (ease of access)
Easy
Protection Category
Not Applicable - demolished or relocated
Geographic Location
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Context views

Early 1960s, probably 1963

231400: Hellifield MPD - MR Engine sheds: Context view from the south

231400: Hellifield MPD - MR Engine sheds: Context view from the south

Circa 1906.

Hellifield Station 'Up' platform and canopy, with Engine Shed / MPD beyond.

Hellifield Station 'Up' platform and canopy, with Engine Shed / MPD beyond.

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