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  1. 3ABescot replied to the thread Saphos Trains 2026.

    Apparently 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley is booked for the WME on Wednesday apparently, see LE movements, ECs and test runs thread.

    Jun 18, 2026 at 8:48 AM
  2. 3ABescot replied to the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2026.

    Thanks both. Very nice, personally I’d have preferred 70000 as the Brits were regulars on the line, but I’m sure the paying passengers will be very happy which is what matters.

    Jun 18, 2026 at 8:43 AM
  3. 3ABescot liked 5944's post in the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2026.

    60007 is booked for that tour.

    Jun 18, 2026 at 8:38 AM
  4. 3ABescot liked jsm8b's post in the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2026.

    Doncaster to Crewe on Monday https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:U85308/2026-06-22/detailed

    Jun 18, 2026 at 8:38 AM
  5. 3ABescot replied to the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2026.

    A path from Crewe to St Phillips Marsh on Tuesday. https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:U76426/2026-06-23/detailed Britannia if she is OK, for the Welsh Marches the day after?

    Jun 18, 2026 at 7:57 AM
  6. 3ABescot liked 45698Mars's post in the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2026.

    70000 passing Hest Bank on its way to Carnforth. https://www.flickr.com/photos/90397953@N02/55341727798/in/photostream/ It was flying!!

    Jun 18, 2026 at 7:52 AM
  7. 3ABescot liked Shep Woolley's post in the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2026.

    [ATTACH] BR Standard Class 7 No, 70000 'Britannia' heads 5Z41 on the approach to Carnforth during its test run from Crewe [ATTACH] Having been turned in Carnforth yard BR Class 7 No. 70000 'Britannia begins its journey back to Crewe...

    Britannia 1 NP.jpg Britannia 2 NP.jpg Jun 18, 2026 at 7:28 AM
  8. 3ABescot liked The Gricing Owl's post in the thread WCR Rail Tours.

    Nice photo and I do like your comment about being the right side of the fence. I got taken to task online some years ago for not having a Bluebell Railway lineside pass by someone who clearly didn't understand the impact of using a zoom lens at...

    Jun 17, 2026 at 1:11 PM
  9. 3ABescot liked 46223's post in the thread WCR Rail Tours.

    Tangmere approaching Bentham, bang on time, shame about the weather and, yes, I was right side of the fence! [ATTACH]

    1.jpg Jun 17, 2026 at 1:11 PM
  10. 3ABescot liked SVR C&W's post in the thread SVR Loco Newsy News / discussions.

    4150 has finally moved in preservation. Made its first moves around Bridgnorth uard this afternoon.

    Jun 16, 2026 at 8:42 PM
  11. 3ABescot liked Sidmouth's post in the thread RTC 2026.

    two RTC tours same day in Worcester

    Jun 15, 2026 at 3:45 PM
  12. 3ABescot liked Bulleid Pacific's post in the thread RTC 2026.

    A couple more have appeared for RTC - Esk Valley and a Liverpool-Worcester taking in Cannock Chase. Tempted by the latter.

    Jun 15, 2026 at 3:45 PM
  13. 3ABescot liked Andy Moody's post in the thread GWSR General Discussion and Operations.

    Yes exactly, That is my concern as well.

    Jun 15, 2026 at 6:35 AM
  14. 3ABescot liked ficksberglion's post in the thread VT Cathedrals Express to Newcastle - 12/06/26.

    An impressive start away through the weeds at Burton.[ATTACH]

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  15. 3ABescot liked ficksberglion's post in the thread VT Cathedrals Express to Newcastle - 12/06/26.

    Same location 62 years earlier !! [ATTACH]

    1964.jpg Jun 14, 2026 at 3:07 PM