I have received a very interesting e-mail from David Gabriel which I have transcribed below.
I am currently carrying out a research project involving the history of various lines post closure of their passenger service until final withdrawal of residual freight services and subsequent dismantling of their infrastructure. I have commenced this project with railways in South East Wales, in particular lines in the Merthyr area including the route to Brecon. I have now accumulated sufficient initial material to start a blog: www.thelasttrains.wordpress.
I am seeking further material and if anyone can help by providing any further relevant information and perhaps loan or copies of photos, I would be most grateful and happy to defray any costs incurred. My e-mail address is davidgabriel@btinternet.com
I will check my photos, as my paternal Grandfather, William James Meredith was a Deans Goods driver on that line. I have copies of a few photos.
Many thanks, Allison. Any information you can supply would be appreciated