Although not strictly on the site of the original Coaley Junction station,
the reopening of the renamed Cam & Dursley station in 1994 represented
a significant step in once again opening up rail access to the residents
of the Dursley area. Coaley Junction had last closed to passengers in
1962 leaving Gloucester as the closest station on the Birmingham to Bristol
line and Stroud the closest on the Gloucester to Swindon line. It wasn't
easily won though, British Rail only agreeing after a strong local campaign
led by the Coaley Junction Action Committee. Nowadays, in 2003, the station
has proven its worth and is used by many commuters making their way to
and from their work in Bristol, Gloucester or further afield.
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