Stanworth rock cutting, view east, 2 June 1997

Stanworth rock cutting, view east (see all photos of the same view)

The motorway appears to be effectively complete through Stanworth rock cutting, complete with central reservation guard rail. In the distance, the road runs out short of the Stanworth Viaduct.

Date
Direction of view
East

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