Shedplate 82E Yeovil Pen Mill 1949-February 1958, then Bristol Barrow Road February 1958-November 1965. The ex GWR shed at Yeovil housed just 10 locos during this period. It was transferred from the WR to the SR becoming 71H, finally closing in January 1959. The ex Midland shed at Barrow Road, Bristol was transferred from the MR 22A to the WR in 1958. At this time its allocation of around 50 locos included 3 Patriots and 9 Jubilees. However, by 1965 the depot had been westernised with an allocation that included 11 Halls and 2 Granges in its total of 40 locos. Face restored with clear Swindon casting marks to the edge.
Category:
Shedplates / Plaques
Auction: March 2024, Lot: 741
Sold for: GBP£170
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