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Foxfield Summer Steam Gala 16 & 17 July 2011

Discussion in 'Galas and Events' started by Avonside1563, May 19, 2011.

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  1. Roy F

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    Fine curry can be found in Forsbrook 10 minutes walk from Cav Rd.
     
    Roy F, Jul 12, 2011
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  2. Hunslets Finest

    Hunslets Finest Well-Known Member

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    Thanks Roy. Wasn't sure if that one was ok or not but will be there on Friday night hopefully.

    I have started to pull my pics of Foxfield together on FlickR. These may be of interest to anyone visiting for the first time. http://www.flickr.com/photos/64433281@N07/sets/72157627035651046/

    Hopefully add a few more this weekend.
     
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  3. INSPIRATION

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    Hunslets Finest:

    The Indian in Forsbrook is called Roshni and is next door to the Roebuck pub.

    Another is called "The Mango tree", that is a bit more of a walk though, its on Uttoxeter Road in the direction of Draycott, I think you pay a tenner or so and eat as much as you like.
     
    INSPIRATION, Jul 12, 2011
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  4. Hunslets Finest

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    Thanks again. Won't be going hungry and there is always the chippie.
     
    Hunslets Finest, Jul 12, 2011
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  5. Robert Heath No.6

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    As long as you're not in a hurry! They were rushed off their feet last year when I took an order for the geordies... I wouldn't mind, but only 3-4 ordered! :D Food was pretty decent, however, as I recall.
     
    Robert Heath No.6, Jul 12, 2011
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  6. Avonside1563

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    Some great photos there Hunslets Finest, look forward to seeing you at the weekend.
     
    Avonside1563, Jul 13, 2011
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    I wish I was available to attend what seems to be a great weekend. Instead I will just wait to see what great photos and videos appear
     
    kesr, Jul 13, 2011
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    What are the opening times for sunday and are there any timetables and rosters available?
    Will be there sunday cheers Tony
     
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  9. Avonside1563

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    Hi Tony,

    Opening times are when you want to turn up, crews on duty from approx 6.30am but tickets probably won't be available till 8am. First freight departure from Blythe Bridge Caverswall Road is 9.10am and first passenger 10.00am.
    A guide for the gala including all the information you requested will be available to purchase with your ticket.
     
    Avonside1563, Jul 13, 2011
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  10. Glenalmond

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    Local forcast has sunshine Sat afternoon, fingers crossed.

    Bus service running between C/R, Colliery & main line Blythe Bridge sat & C/R / Colliery Sun. Restricted parking at the colliery.
     
    Glenalmond, Jul 13, 2011
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  11. Hunslets Finest

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    Thank you.
     
    Hunslets Finest, Jul 14, 2011
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  12. Glenalmond

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    Big job on Dubs today - I have to drill and tap two 1/4" holes to fit the last of the original worksplates !.

    I think that I shall arrange a party for her soon, 110 years old this year.
     
    Glenalmond, Jul 15, 2011
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  13. 12" Coch RSH

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    looking forward to the weekend, hope you's got the bar well stocked up:biggrin1:

    they were good chips =P
     
    12" Coch RSH, Jul 15, 2011
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    [​IMG]

    The only shot taken today that doesn't need any work doing to it!
     
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    Quit complaining! If I go today I'm going to be absolutely soaked! :bathbaby:
     
    campainr, Jul 17, 2011
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  16. Sidmouth

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    Nigel

    not sure if it's low res as the engine's don't look very sharp !

    Weather put me off although in Birmingham it was far better than forecast in the afternoon
     
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    Hi Martin. Yep, I think the res is too low. It looked ok on my computer, but it seems to have lost something when I uploaded it to Flickr. I'll sort out a new version.

    It was raining for the first run up the bank yesterday, and it rained on and off for most of the morning. The sun was out quite a bit in the afternoon, but only for two trips up the bank, the Bagnalls and Bellerophon, which produced no exhaust.

    A good gala, though slightly marred by the excessive HV wearing. Yes, wear an orange vest trackside, but there must've been half a dozen people down at the colliery wearing orange jackets who never went near the track. If it's so the public can tell you're staff, wear a name badge! I know the lack of HV being worn was brought up in the inquiry, but it seemed completely over the top.
     
    5944, Jul 17, 2011
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  18. lewis.maddox

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    Always love visits to Foxfield, and the rain yesterday didn't change my views - was another BRILLIANT gala!

    Uploaded my first photo of Florence No. 2, the rest will be up later, as well as my video

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    Florence No. 2 by Teenage Steam Photography, on Flickr

    Cheers,
    Lewis
     
    lewis.maddox, Jul 17, 2011
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  20. Hunslets Finest

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    Looks like you all did OK in typical Foxfield gala weather. Didn't make it this year for the first time in about 7 years...now when is the Autumn gala?!?

    Did Dubs get down to the colliery?

    Cheers,
     
    Hunslets Finest, Jul 17, 2011
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