Following closure of the Grimsby to Peterborough
line in 1970, the line was retained,
between Grimsby and Louth, as a single
track goods only branch to serve ABM the maltsters in Louth.
Here a class 31 is seen approaching
the overbridge at Little Grimsby .
Pictures of Cl37 at Louth. Date and number unknown.
This was one of the last freight trains to
ABM, pictured by Louth North signalbox.
The loco ran round in loop near old
malt kiln, then propelled vans into ABM's yard.
View from Leakes Row
The loco + guards van returned to Grimsby
and is seen at Little Grimsby bridge,
photo from south side.