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Capstans and Turntable on the Cycle Path near Stroud

25th July 2021stroud and aboutHistoric Stroud, Out and About, Wayback Machine0

Old turntable on the Dudbridge to Stroud railway line

Ever wondered what the circular stonework and metal things are on the cycle path between Stroud and Dudbridge were for?

I’ve explained it here:

Dudbridge to Stroud Cycle Track and Gas Works

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