Okehampton to Meldon Quarry

[@fenderac3049]

I’ve travelled on this section of line in the late 2000’s up to the Meldon Viaduct halt in a Thumper. The line is now owned by Network Rail. They could have reinstated this line down to Tavistock and Plymouth by now at a fraction of the cost that’s been wasted on HS2, including the replacement of the viaduct. This would have been a boon to the communities that have been cut off from decent transport links since the line was closed, especially when you see how successful the reopening on the line to Okehampton has been.

[@boblovell5789]

Not familiar with the area but that quarry site is a mess. If it's no longer needed for ballast production,it should be put to use for housing . Maybe the local MP should be consulted for his views. Alternatively address the perpetual argument for a southerly extension.