In the 1940's, I well recall the GWR horses stabled at the Anderton Road depot. I always felt sorry for them. The Anderton Road section outside the stables was not only on an incline, but the road was cobbled, and I have witnessed horses slipping on the cobbles, sparks flying, as they attempted to pull their heavy load. I saw one horse slip over completely, and the animal really struggled to regain its feet whilst still attached to the long cart. With the winter icy roads, it was sometimes most desperate and worrying work. I am pleased that these scenes are, hopefully, long gone in the UK.
Eddie.