(11 Feb 2023, 11:56 pm)streetdeckfan wrote Just because something happened in a building, it doesn't mean that building is important.

I go back to my question, how much of CLS depot is actually original? Are there any original, unique features inside?
If there are no original features to transfer over, then, in my opinion, it would be a complete waste of time and money.

Let's say, hypothetically, Beamish wanted it. How much of it could they actually take?
The place is (probably) laden with asbestos, so that would have to be disposed of at great cost. After that's gone, what are they left with, a few brick walls that they'll have to figure out something to do with?

Looking at the photos it looks to me that a large portion of the depot is original, similar to that of Philadelphia. I think the front of the building does look attractive and has some kerb appeal as it does look historic. The Northern archway sure is original and GNE have often used this for photo shoots whenever something significant happens. The archway should at least be carefully removed and preserved if demolition was to occur. I'm sure someone would be interested in that. I would also like to see the Northern General Transport sign from the rear of the depot for preserved too.

There is a problem either way if the place is full of asbestos as it will cost a significant amount of money to remove it if it was to be demolished. If the builidings were to remain then they wouldn't necessarily need to remove it if it is undisturbed. As much as I'd love to see the depot saved I can't see it happening and would be amazed and delighted if it was. I'm pretty sure something is being lined up for the site anyway. I'm just giving my thoughts about what could be done to save it as once it's gone, it's gone for good and can never be brought back.