24th July 1976 BR Blue Class 31 No.31260 departs from Taunton on the 24th July 1976 passing 40 Steps with a southbound passenger (thought to be the 08:10 London Paddington - Barnstaple service). In the background, a Class 45 and 47 can also be sighted, stabled between duties. (Photo: C L Caddy)