This is an excerpt of a DVD produced by 1st Take. The complete film is available to order at www.1st-take.com or by calling 01454 321614.

This DVD continues a series of films which explores the Branch Lines of England, many of which were lost during the Beeching cuts of the 1960s. Dorset's lines were shared almost equally between the GWR and the LSWR, and every one is explored on this film. These routes varied from lightly built, rural railways with a low volume of traffic to the Swanage branch, which at times carried main line express locomotives. These railways conveyed goods in and out of the county, provided a vital role during the dark years of warfare and in happier times they allowed holidaymakers and day trippers to enjoy their visit to the seaside.

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