When the railway was opened at Bridgwater it crossed St John Road on the level just south of the railway station. This was soon diverted over a bridge but a footpath was kept on the line of the road. This kissing gate would have given some protection to users as they went to cross the line (which can be seen behind the modern green fence behind).
<a href="//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Geof_Sheppard" title="User:Geof Sheppard">Geof Sheppard</a>
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