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Sunderland & Durham Railway - Ryhope to Murton

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 Sunderland & Durham Railway - Ryhope to Murton Several weeks ago I walked the trackbed of the Sunderland & Durham railway from the site of Ryhope station (2nd site) up Seaton Bank to Murton station (site of). It was an enjoyable walk and below are some of the highlights, with a bit of information. More information on the line can be found here. The platform remains and NER footbridge at Ryhope Station (2nd site). This shot is looking toward Seaton Bridge over the A1018 starting the climb up Seaton bank Bridge over the A19 with Seaton in the distance The Site of Seaton banktop station the station remains in the bushes Seaton bank top. The Seaham & Rainton railway crossed from left to right at this location Looking towards Murton station and the junction for the line to Durham Elvet. Station masters house on the left Murton station remains, possibly platform? Station access path, which was cleared by locals