The blackthorn is in full bloom at Challow on 17 April 2010 as 43012 speeds past the site of the old station with the 1A13 10:30 Bristol Temple Meads to Paddington First Great Western service. Although the station is long gone, business is booming on the site, with various new buildings having recently been built on the industrial estate. This view makes an interesting comparison to the same power car passing this spot over 26 years earlier.