Disused tracks???

[Scubapauly]

Hi folks

I'm trying to find some disused tracks in the Hertfordshire/Bedfordshire are. I want to use the track as a location for a photo shoot. I hope someone can help with information.

Thanks

Paul

 

[steamybrian]

We cannot support photography on railway track or "on or near the line" whether disused or live.
We cannot support trespassing on railway owned land.

 

[Scubapauly]

We cannot support photography on railway track or "on or near the line" whether disused or live.
We cannot support trespassing on railway owned land.

My apologies, I had no idea it would be a problem on disused line. Obviously I do not condone trespass and would seek any permissions needed.

 

[alex17595]

If you get the correct permissions you could try somewhere like Verney Junction.

 

[generalvegitable]

would a narrow gauge railway be OK? if so try the Leighton Buzzard Narrow Gauge Railway, they're in bedfordshire, so are at least in the right area, and they have a fairly decent length of disused track at one end which might be what you're looking for.

 

[Jones]

We cannot support photography on railway track or "on or near the line" whether disused or live.
We cannot support trespassing on railway owned land.

:roll: Anyhow....

Try this map:

http://www.heritage-railways.com/map.php

If any of them are of use, contact them and they might be able to help you.

 

[steamybrian]

:roll: Anyhow....

Try this map:

http://www.heritage-railways.com/map.php

If any of them are of use, contact them and they might be able to help you.

My view still stands that I do not encourage any photo shoots on or near any track at any time.
Recently a professional photographer with fashion models got permission from a heritage railway to take photographs however they were stopped and told to leave when their scenes were required with the (fully clothed) models standing in the four foot of the track.
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If you get the correct permissions you could try somewhere like Verney Junction.

NO. NO. NO
Work along the line through Verney Junction is about to start on reconstruction and reopening of the line. Construction/ works trains can start running at any time.....!!!!!!

 

[Jones]

Oh for heaven's sake.

So by your reasoning the line near me, which is locked out and hasn't had a train on it in 20+ years is dangerous?

Safety overkill has the opposite effect.

 

[GB]

There is absolutely no problem having a photo shoot/media event on any railway (disused or not) providing permission is sought, procedures are adhered to and control measures are in effect. Whether you would be granted permission is another question.

 

[Peter Mugridge]

So by your reasoning the line near me, which is locked out and hasn't had a train on it in 20+ years is dangerous?

I don't think that's the problem in itself; the main problem is the resulting images showing people on the lines which may give members of the general public the impression that it's OK to go onto or close to lines.

 

[gswindale]

My view still stands that I do not encourage any photo shoots on or near any track at any time.
Recently a professional photographer with fashion models got permission from a heritage railway to take photographs however they were stopped and told to leave when their scenes were required with the (fully clothed) models standing in the four foot of the track.

So

A heritage line wants to do a photo shoot on their line to advertise a forthcoming event, with volunteers etc being on the track with stock as part of this.

By your reasoning this should not be allowed!

 

[plarailfan]

So

A heritage line wants to do a photo shoot on their line to advertise a forthcoming event, with volunteers etc being on the track with stock as part of this.

By your reasoning this should not be allowed!

Not taken out of context, if they are equipped with tools of the trade, such as spanners, track gauges and Hi - Viz, then that could be appropriate, but you only have to look at some of the misguided folk on youtube to see what can happen to people wandering around railway lines. Even disused lines can be dangerous places if you slip and fall. I did see one or two workers go to hospital during my time on BR

 

[alex17595]

NO. NO. NO
Work along the line through Verney Junction is about to start on reconstruction and reopening of the line. Construction/ works trains can start running at any time.....!!!!!!

If there is the correct permission from pressumibly Network Rail I don't see a problem. I think there is a unprotected crossing there so someone will be there to warn you or 5MPH limit.

 

[Jones]

I don't think that's the problem in itself; the main problem is the resulting images showing people on the lines which may give members of the general public the impression that it's OK to go onto or close to lines.

If that's a serious reason, there is no hope for the Human race.

 

[carriageline]

Oh for heaven's sake.



So by your reasoning the line near me, which is locked out and hasn't had a train on it in 20+ years is dangerous?



Safety overkill has the opposite effect.

Not really reading the thread, but it's still trespass. Plus, the general public don't really understand how dangerous the railway is, live or "locked out". Ballast is tricky to walk on, wooden sleepers are a nightmare when wet, a lot of various tripping hazards in the cess (area either side of the running lines), plus if it hasn't been used in 20 years i would guess it's slightly overgrown?

Let's face it, a lot of safety critical trained rail staff do not go line side, and require PTS to do so. So why should anyone else be allowed? As a signaller even I can only go line side in very certain circumstances!!


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[Peter Mugridge]

If that's a serious reason, there is no hope for the Human race.

I lost hope for the human race years ago....

 

[455driver]

I lost hope for the human race years ago....

+1!

Couldnt agree more Peter.

 

[JohnB57]

I don't think that's the problem in itself; the main problem is the resulting images showing people on the lines which may give members of the general public the impression that it's OK to go onto or close to lines.

If that's a serious reason, there is no hope for the Human race.

Think what you like. I've been campaigning for Jenny Agutter to be prosecuted for crimes against the railway since 1970.

 

[03_179]

REmeber of course PPE.

Hi Vis Lingerie, and steel Toe stilettos.

I jest.

Seriously there are measures that could be put in place and I am sure a heritage railway would welcome the financial rewards.