A Motive Power Depot (MPD) used for the storage of train engines when not in use.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
A Motive Power Depot (MPD) used for the storage of train engines when not in use.
Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk
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