Steak Bake, Asfordby Valley, Leicestershire - July '16

[Punk]

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This was part of the drainage system for Asfordby 'Super pit', which closed in the late 90's due to constant flooding. It comes away from screening tanks and a settling pool, that allowed the coal dust to be removed from the water before it enters Welby Brook.​

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Explore​

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This was a nice end to a day of exploring around east Leicestershire. Great to see Lost Explorer enjoy a drain, we're gradually turning him to the darkside. This was a bit stoopy, about 5ft RCP, and it had a steep gradient to it on it's way to the brook. It seemed to wind quite a lot, but I don't think this is reflected in the images. It was very warm and misty in there, we were sweating our bollocks (and tits) off when we got out.
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Cheers for Looking​

 

[Maniac]

Well it's mainly RCP, but a few interesting junctions are it's redeeming features. Thanks for posting  

 

[jones-y-gog]

Mmmm, lovely junctions :lol:

PS when I saw the title I was expecting a disused Greggs...

 

[Dubbed Navigator]

Certainly didn't think this was Lost Explorers cup of tea - times seem to have changed!

Nice one dude

 

[The_Raw]

Hardly the most exciting looking drain but I like the name