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CMP73
I like that story. I'm prepared to believe it.

sjbmuse
Lovely shot, I too know this road well as my partner lives in Blackpool and we're always shuttling backwards and forwards.

The BBC series Motorway last year said that there was no truth in the story about the farmer not moving, it was all down to the ground not being suitable and I seem to remember a program about them on Radio 4 last year. It's a lovely urban myth though.

Jay_Ell
Blacksmiths, kings, royal processions, decrees and acts of kindness - all from a photograph. Shows that it was worthwhile making the journey to get the shot. A marvellously evocative photo.

duncmc
Liking that one Carl! The crop/angle really makes it – great thumbnail too.

tonecoach
beautiful views over the pennines, I used to go to Liverpool every year when my Dad drove us, it took us 5 or more hours and we watched the motorway being built, now it takes 2, but I still enjoy travelling over this stretch... tone...

Cookie_lady1
wonderful capture - it would be nice if the stories were true but still a great piece of engineering.

chris875
Great shot Carl really is a good shot, i like this better than the first one. its a great story behind how the farm house has remained in place. i guess we will never know the true reason but who care's i like the myth :)

debonair bridge
Great shot. The angle is funky but the headlights have come out brilliant