banburysaint's Recent Activity
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banburysaint liked paul1609's post in the thread Kent & East Sussex Railway.
Glad you enjoyed your visit. This week passenger numbers have been well up on last years half term week, nearly a sell out, in fact we have had one Ex Bodiam train which was full and standing unfortunately. The mileposts are Col Stephens...
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banburysaint liked Fireline's post in the thread Kent & East Sussex Railway.
I believe that a gala or two are in the works. Dwarves of Steam was extremely popular - so much so it almost caught us out! The diesel gala was very well received. In other news, our staff gave 76017 a full clean last Saturday. We've been very...
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banburysaint liked Wozzy18's post in the thread Sandringham New Build.
Machining of the two crank axle sweep webs has been finished at Daniela Works in Shildon and what things of beauty they are! Machining has also now started on the two stub axles and the crank pin. Hopefully the attached diagram explains how this...
20. Veljača 2026. u 19:32
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banburysaint liked green five's post in the thread Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters.
We visited the railway today to have a look at the Railway 200 Inspiration train. Very impressive exhibits and displays on the train. We were just glad we made it in time for our booked viewing slot after being stuck in a horrendous traffic jam...
20. Veljača 2026. u 19:30
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banburysaint liked Steve's post in the thread GWSR General Discussion and Operations.
Congratulations. The NYMR could probably do with some guidance on running successful bridge appeals if anyone’s available to help. ;)
17. Veljača 2026. u 22:10 -
banburysaint liked flying scotsman123's post in the thread GWSR General Discussion and Operations.
The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway Trust has announced it will be closing its Stanway Viaduct appeal on the 31st January 2026, following successful repairs to the waterproofing membrane. Thanks to the generosity of members, volunteers and...
17. Veljača 2026. u 22:10 -
banburysaint liked free2grice's post in the thread GWSR General Discussion and Operations.
Excellent news from the GWSR. <BJ> [IMG] Locomotive Announcement! [IMG] ''We are delighted to share the news that Southern Railway Battle of Britain Class No. 34070 Manston will be visiting the Cotswolds from the end of April until early July....
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banburysaint liked 2857Harry's post in the thread 6024 King Edward 1.
6024 steamed today I believe, or was certainly lit up. Complete engine, seems to be in Green undercoat from what I could gather from some info I was sent.
17. Veljača 2026. u 18:28 -
banburysaint liked 5944's post in the thread Didcot Railway Centre.
Does it need to be a binary choice? The Bluebell run plenty of family friendly events, and I don't think they can really be accused of being a theme park, despite all the cartoon characters that appear. Railways can't rely on enthusiasts turning...
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banburysaint liked Steve's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
I agree 100% that the ORR cannot force heritage railways to fit CDL using the sledgehammer of the 1999 Regulations. However, following the incident at Loughborough in 2024 they have a renewed interest in control of the train-platform interface...
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banburysaint liked marshall5's post in the thread Isle Of Man Steam Railway.
Peter purchased 6 carriages from the IMR : F6 (small F 1876, now oldest remaining) Currently being restored on Island. Purchased by IoMSRSA. F37 & F38 (Hurst Nelsons, ex MNR 'through carriages') F37 now on Island restoration approaching...
15. Veljača 2026. u 08:45
