SCRCA structure 277330: Gradient Post (440 rising / 220 falling)

Gradient Post (440 rising / 220 falling): North-east elevation view

Key details from the Location Record

Location Type
Gradient Post
Location Variant
Gradient Post - MRC Standard Design (Timber)
Assessment status
Assessed
Current Use(s)
Railway ops
Shown on a land plan?
Yes 
Construction / installation period
2: MR construction phase (1869 to 31st Dec 1876)
Distance from London St.Pancras
277 miles and 25 chains
Position relative to running lines
Up
Visibility
This location IS visible from nearby publicly accessible land.
Accessibility (ease of access)
Easy
Protection Category
Conservation Area Only
Geographic Location
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Context views

277330: Gradient Post (440 rising / 220 falling): Context view from the east

277330: Gradient Post (440 rising / 220 falling): Context view from the east

Elevation views

277330: Gradient Post (440 rising / 220 falling): Elevation view from the east

277330: Gradient Post (440 rising / 220 falling): Elevation view from the east

Gradient Post (440 rising / 220 falling): North-east elevation view

Gradient Post (440 rising / 220 falling): North-east elevation view

Gradient Post (440 rising / 220 falling): North-east elevation view

Gradient Post (440 rising / 220 falling): North-east elevation view

Detail views

Close-up of "440" numerals showing that each number is fixed to wooden arm via two screws.

Close-up of "440" numerals showing that each number is fixed to wooden arm via two screws.

Gradient Post (440 rising / 220 falling): Detail view showing arm & numbers

Gradient Post (440 rising / 220 falling): Detail view showing arm & numbers

Cab-views

277330: Gradient Post (440 rising / 220 falling): Cab-view video still

277330: Gradient Post (440 rising / 220 falling): Cab-view video still

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