Sheffield Park

Kent Rail

Sheffield Park

Bluebell & Primrose Line

March 1986

This northward view from the southern track foot crossing is of interest, for it includes the framework of the

large restaurant complex, on the right, during the thick of construction work. Also in view is the recently-erected

footbridge, formerly in use at Lingfield in Surrey. There, it had been in use as a secondary footbridge to cater for

racecourse traffic. At the time of this view, it was not yet open, and track foot crossings still existed at either end

of the platforms. Mike Glasspool

March 1986

The track foot crossing at the northern end of the platforms was for staff use only. When the footbridge

eventually came into use, this was totally abolished, but the track foot crossing to the south was retained

for staff use only. The fenced viewing area had yet to emerge on the left. In the distance is a five coach

service for Horsted Keynes, hauled by ''Schools'' Class No. 928, formerly of the Beaulieu Motor Museum.

Mike Glasspool

August 1988

BR Standard Tank No. 80064 is seen running round its train in this northward view from the footbridge. By

this time, a multitude of structures had emerged on the platforms: on the right can be seen the canopy of the

gift shop, whilst on the left can be seen the model railway room (with open door), and on the extreme left,

the stall of the ''Bulleid Society''. Mike Glasspool

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