Re-signalling and track re-modelling has been underway at Barnham for the past few months. This is to provide a more flexible layout for operating. These four photographs taken by Colin Scott-Morton on April 3rd 2008 illustrate various aspects of what is being done.

(above left) The existing signal box on the platform at Barnham Station and in the background to the right its modern replacement, and
(above right) the new signalling centre. In the foreground is the branch line to Bognor Regis.
(below left) The down loop is being extended so a new bridge span has been constructed. 377328 approaches the station with the 12:33 Brighton to Southampton service.
(below right) Old and new signalling equipment on the Bognor Regis branch. 377111 is Bognor bound with the 10:02 departure from Victoria.

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