Cowley Bridge Junction is a miniature working signal box that can be taken to schools and exhibitions to demonstrate mechanical signalling principles. In addition, it acts as an ambassador for the overall Romsey Signal Box project.
The famous junction near Exeter was chosen as the basis for the miniature box because it offers intensive working over a track layout that is interesting without being too large or complicated. Small enough to be transported in a car, Cowley Bridge comprises three parts:
The exhibit is currently undergoing extensive refurbishment as the original level frame has seen many hours of use. A completely new lever frame has been built and will be wired up with an improved block shelf and simulator, so that once again we can entertain children and adults at model railway and similar exhibitions, demonstrating the challenges faced by a typical railway signal man.
NOTE for exhibition organisers: The exhibit can be booked by contacting us at cowleybridge@romseysignalbox.org.uk.