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From the ‘not on your life’ department…

Posted on August 16, 2010 by BrownhillsBob

I’ve noted here before that I have immense respect for anyone able to work at heights. Be they steeplejacks, crane drivers, steel erectors, abseiling window cleaners or transmission line engineers, I always take care to look out for those fearless … Continue reading →

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Posted in cycling, Environment, Followups, Fun stuff to see and do, Interesting photos, Shared media | Tagged Cycle rides, Electricity Alliance, electricity towers, High Tension transmission lines, Hobs Hole Lane, Insulators, Linesmen, Little Aston, Little Aston Road, Mill Green, New Photos, Pylons, Supergrid, Transmission Line, WHittington | 3 Comments
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