This cache belongs to the SideTracked series. It is not designed to take you to a magical place with a breath taking view. It's a distraction for the weary traveller, but anyone else can go and find it too. More Information can be found at the SideTracked Website
Towcester Station was a disused railway station located in Towcester, Northamptonshire, England. It opened on 2nd March 1895 as part of the Towcester branch of the Buckinghamshire Railway, serving the local community and facilitating transport for both passengers and goods. The station featured a single platform and a modest wooden station building, reflecting the architectural styles of the late 19th century. Towcester Station played a significant role in the area’s transport network until it closed to passenger traffic on 5th April 1964, with goods services continuing until 1965. The station's closure was part of the broader decline of rural railway services in the UK during the mid-20th century. Today, while the original station building no longer exists, the site remains a point of interest for railway enthusiasts and local historians, serving as a reminder of the town's transport heritage.