Bittern & Mallard (today & 37 years ago)

Evening all

I have added a few new photos to my preserved A4 collection, the first photo was taken this afternoon at Wareham taken by Tony Costello of 4464 Bittern running tender first on the Cathedrals express
Preserved A4 Locos - Railway-Photography's Photos | SmugMug

I have added a few new pics taken at York 37 years ago of Mallard on display at York station, i believe for the York 100 celebrations (please correct me if i am wrong)
Preserved A4 Locos - Railway-Photography's Photos | SmugMug
Preserved A4 Locos - Railway-Photography's Photos | SmugMug
Preserved A4 Locos - Railway-Photography's Photos | SmugMug

Neil

 

With other locos and carriages present in the photo, could it have been part of the 1990 NRM on tour train in which many exhibits including Mallard came to Swindon?

In 1990, the NRM was undergoing major refurbishment (roof?) so temporarily transferred some exhibits around the country.

national railway museum on tour, swindon - Our collection - National Railway Museum

 

Just found this photo of mine Here are the details on the bridge under York Station
You can see Mallard behind the 47
47021-47040 - Railway-Photography's Photos | SmugMug

Neil

 

Thanks for the clarification.

Living down south, I seldom took notice of exhibitions that were far afield and required a lot of travelling. The 1990 NRM on tour came to my doorstep!