56035 Ardley Quarry 13 December 1997

56035 passes the site of Ardley Quarry Sidings on 13 December 1997 with the Pathfinder Tours 1Z28 06:03 Swindon to Tonbridge 'Festive Fiend' railtour. Since this picture was taken the route has been redoubled, although ironically at this spot a short section of the original down line had escaped the original track lifting. This was retained in order to gain access to the quarry siding. The point from the down main to the siding can just be seen to the left of the first coach, whilst the weed choked siding is just visible in the background.