60084 Hapton 23 May 1993

60084 Cross Fell approaches Hapton on 23 May 1993 with the Pathfinder Tours 1Z46 13:40 Preston to Preston (via Padiham and Colne) 'Lancastrian Mini Excursion' railtour. This view has changed beyond all recognition. The small conifers between the railway and the M65 motorway are now very large conifers! The William Blythe chemical works in the background has closed, with the landmark chimney being demolished in 2009.  In the immediate foreground, the field on the right has now succumbed to yet more housing development.