13 December 2015 After a long delay of some 2 years See Here the station as part of the new town Cranbrook (between Whimple and Pinhoe) opened. The delays were caused by the discovery of a large sewer pipe, also difficulties with the proximity of a level crossing. The latter was solved by the introduction of a new 65mph speed restriction in the 'up' direction to ensure that the barriers are lowered for an appropriate length of time. This will not be an issue for most trains as they call at Cranbrook and will not have reached 65mph on restarting.

Lots of last minute activity seen here on 2 December 2015 (Photo courtesy Dave Tozer)

(Photo courtesy Dave Tozer)

13 December 2015 - Tony Reese travelled on the first service to call at Cranbrook (159103 - the first refurbished unit on the 7.16am Salisbury to Exeter St Davids). Picture taken at Yeovil Junction Station. (Photo courtesy Tony Reese)

Approaching Cranbrook. (Photo courtesy Dave Tozer)

(Photo courtesy Dave Tozer)

Third Rail expected soon? (Photo courtesy Dave Tozer)

Celebration time! Band and the BBC. (Photo courtesy Tony Reese)

(Photo courtesy Tony Reese)

(Photo courtesy Tony Reese)

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