Stabling point

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Workington stabling point in 1981, with locomotives from Classes 25, 40 and 47 parked between duties.
Workington stabling point in 1981, with locomotives from Classes 25, 40 and 47 parked between duties.

A stabling point, in UK railway parlance, is a small traction maintenance depot where locomotives are parked whilst awaiting their next turn of duty. A stabling point may be fitted with a fuelling point and other minor maintenance facilities.

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