In early 2012 many years of undergrowth was cleared from the site of the former down relief line at Wolvercote. However, before Network Rail could complete their work, Oxford City Council complained and halted any further work. A slightly hypocritical stance from a council that has a very poor reputation with regard to tree felling, having removed many trees in the past contrary to the public's wishes! 43127 Sir Peter Parker 1924 - 2002 Cotswold Line 150 passes the newly opened vista in soft evening light on 27 May 2012 with the 1W08 17:42 Paddington to Hereford First Great Western service. On the right cattle graze amid the buttercups of Port Meadow.