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Archive Reference / Library Class No.D6367/1/283
TitleMiddleton Bottom
Date1961
DescriptionThe indicator wheel at the foot of Middleton Incline for communication with the engine house and operation of the incline. Two of the letters "B" (Stand By) and "G" (Go) have been repainted. The "S" (Stop) is barely visible at the bottom of the disc. Note the chain and counter weight hanging at ground level. In the background the quarry face at Middlepeak Quarries is now considerably lower and further to the west.
For copy, see CD/138
LevelFile
RepositoryDerbyshire Record Office
Archive CreatorCromford and High Peak Railway Image Archive
CopiesA digital copy of this item is available to view on the public computers at the record office.
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