There was a railway line running from Britannia Road alongside the gas holders then up to the main line.It is now used for storing new cars.
Another possibility perhaps?
I can remember going to that game,I think Keegan was playing for us then,the game was rubbish but we had a very good time and plenty of good banter with the locals.
Ferdinand Porsche who was responsible for designing the Porsche 911 has died, the German car maker has confirmed.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/news/9188981/Ferdinand-Alexander-Porsche-designer-of-Porsche-911-dies-aged-76.html