47333 Great Bedwyn 7 May 1983

A stone train derailed whilst passing through Bedwyn station on 6 May 1983, partially demolishing the up platform. Clean up operations are pictured the next day, with 47333 standing wrong line (the only one left!) with a lengthy spoil train. Of note is the very relaxed atmosphere, with completely open access to the platform. There were several interested onlookers (not just me) wandering around at will, something which I'm sure would not be tolerated today.