Retro: Take a look at these pictures of the construction of the M62 at Scammonden

By Abigail Kellett

Published 27th Jun 2024, 06:00 BST

Take a look at these pictures of the M62 during its construction.

Peter Lisle shared these pictures with us that were taken by his father during the construction of the M62 at Scammonden.

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Peter Lisle shared these pictures with us that were taken by his father during the construction of the M62 at Scammonden.

1. M62

Peter Lisle shared these pictures with us that were taken by his father during the construction of the M62 at Scammonden. Photo: Peter Lisle

Peter Lisle shared these pictures that were taken by his father during the construction of the M62 at Scammonden.

2. M62

Peter Lisle shared these pictures that were taken by his father during the construction of the M62 at Scammonden. Photo: Peter Lisle

Peter Lisle shared these pictures with us that were taken by his father during the construction of the M62 at Scammonden.

3. M62

Peter Lisle shared these pictures with us that were taken by his father during the construction of the M62 at Scammonden. Photo: Peter Lisle

Peter Lisle shared these pictures with us that were taken by his father during the construction of the M62 at Scammonden.

4. M62

Peter Lisle shared these pictures with us that were taken by his father during the construction of the M62 at Scammonden. Photo: Peter Lisle

M62 Elizabeth II Halifax Calderdale