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The GWR Forest of Dean Branch

This branch ran from Newnham to Cinderford and like the Severn & Wye was primarily a freight line, although passenger services were run. Today, the entire branch has been lifted and there are no plans to restore it.

Principle collieries supported by the line

Northern United Colliery
Eastern United Colliery
Lightmoor Colliery

Abrievations : FoD - Forest of Dean Branch, S&W, Severn & Wye Railway

Timeline Part 1 : "Goods Only" 1809 -1900

Timeline Part 2 : "Passengers as Well" 1901 - 1945

Timeline Part 3 : "In Decline" 1946 - 1969

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Station List

FoD Branch Line Diagram

Severn & Wye Line

Wye Valley Line

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