The Borders Railway, often referred to as the "Waverley Route" was in operation from 1849 to 1969 between Edinburgh & Carlisle. The photograph shows how well the former station at Melrose has been preserved, giving passing motorists a perfect reminder of a valued alternative mode of transport that once  served the Borders.
Dr Beeching referred to the Waverley Route as the biggest money looser in the British railway system, but its closure left the region as, probably, the most rail-less part in the entire U.K. There were huge protests at & in advance of its closure, with placards proclaiming,"Waverley Line--born 1849, killed 1969"
But---all is not lost, as the Scottish Government intends to re-open the line between Edinburgh & Galashiels (with all the work & costs that will be incurred ) within the next few years.