West Cross / Norton Road

These pictures show the area between Blackpill and Oystermouth. This part of the route is now popular with walkers, joggers and cyclists.

The area between Blackpill and Oystermouth
The area between Blackpill and Oystermouth

The two pictures show the Mumbles Train arriving at the West Cross and Norton Road stations. These stations were intermediate halts between the Blackpill and Oystermouth stations. At West Cross there was a passing loop which allowed the trains to pass. From West Cross to the terminus at the Mumbles Pier, the track followed the coast line, offering passengers superb views across the bay.

Mumbles Train arriving at the West Cross and Norton Road stations
Mumbles Train arriving at the West Cross and Norton Road stations

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