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Westwood Power Station

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On the way up Westwood Power Station Chimney
Photo: Cyril

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Geoff Shryhane on his way up to the top of one of the Westwood power station chimneys, which were being repaired in June 1976.

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Comment by: Sandra on 10th May 2023 at 07:45

I'm sweating already looking at this, thank god for Health and Safety.

Comment by: john on 12th May 2023 at 19:33

Couldn't have done that for all the tea in China. I'd have blacked out after the first 30 feet or so

Comment by: Rev David Long on 13th May 2023 at 17:34

I like the weight slung under Geoff - presumably to reduce the pendulum effect as he was winched up the side of the chimney.

Comment by: Alan on 14th May 2023 at 18:09

Yes Rev the 5 gallon drum keep the line straight, helps to stop swaying.

Comment by: Colin Traynor on 5th October 2023 at 10:57

Do you think this is where Boris Johnson got the idea from?

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