Update 18th May

As the project nears completion, there is now not so much to report each week.  The overhead line installation appears to be complete.   I noticed a couple of track mounted machines operating during the week but it looked more like fine tuning than major work.  The drainage work seems to have stopped with no noticeable difference from two weeks ago.  Apart from finishing this, there is probably just the signalling to go in now.  Also the reinstatement of Wilbury Hill but that has no bearing on the completion of the project.

A look at the recently completed overheads from the River Hiz bridge.  Vegetation really taking hold here.

 A closer look at the first gantry.  This is where the track walk left the work site last week.

 Some re-pointing work has been carried out on the wing wall of the River Hiz bridge.  Although it is in pretty good condition after 156 years, it is now back in service so needs to be maintained.

 Looking south towards the scrapyard.

 A new security fence is being installed along the line of the viaduct. I think I would have preferred to see something a bit more secure as it would be a pity to see graffiti appearing on the viaduct supports.  I know the palisade fencing by the scrapyard is not so visually attractive but is more resistant to trespassers.

 Limit of the new fence.  I guess it will eventually go right up to the ECML. 

 Some new electrical installation work, possibly to do with the signalling.

 A long shot of the quarry. I know it is hard to make out from long way away, but the cliff edge is being removed and replaced with a more sloping profile.

 Last picture shows the east end of the viaduct with the overheads in place.