Didcot - 13ft built 1868

Present Location	Didcot
Length in feet	13
Built by	Heanett & Spinks
Year Built	1868
Type	Balanced
Power	Hand
Gauge	7ft 0 1/4in
Operating	No
Owner	Great Western Society
Notes	The origins of this turntable are unclear, but in 1868 the Cornwall Railway was asked to do some additional work to the lines on the east side of Devonport’s North Basin. This work was to include a 13ft diameter Heanett & Spinks turntable – it is believed this is the turntable which has been restored for static display at Didcot. The turntable was modified to accept standard-gauge stock at some stage, and set as a fixed through line. The modifications have been removed as part of the restoration work.
Date of Inspection	28/02/2009
Inspected by	Nigel Hunt
Photo date	04/05/2013
Photo by	Nigel Hunt
Date Record Last Updated	03/03/2014

Photo Nigel Hunt 28/02/2009

Photo Nigel Hunt 28/08/2010

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