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banburysaint liked Bikermike's post in the thread GWSR General Discussion and Operations.
Wiki says built in 1906, so I'm afraid you have missed contractual limitation by a mere 120 years. Unless the contract was executed as a deed, it's only 114 years late. That's before you get to the problem of privity of contract. I hate to...
Apr 20, 2026 at 7:41 PM -
banburysaint liked brennan's post in the thread GWSR General Discussion and Operations.
In LTC Rolt's autobiography he recounts that in about 1955 the line, beside which he lived at Stanley Pontlarge, was closed for six months for major civil engineering works. He had discussion with the chief civil engineer who said that the...
Apr 20, 2026 at 7:40 PM -
banburysaint liked lil Bear's post in the thread Churnet Valley Railway General Discussion.
Loco crew are all fine if shook up. They know they’ve got support as/when needed. ORR/RAIB informed, it’s a case of letting the processes flow accordingly. Foxfield have not only opened their offer of travel to our customers, but assisted in...
Apr 20, 2026 at 7:37 PM -
banburysaint liked D6513's post in the thread Churnet Valley Railway General Discussion.
I have to say great co-operation between heritage railways, the Foxfield Railway is offering ticket acceptance tomorrow for Churnet Valley ticket holders affected this weekend.
Apr 20, 2026 at 7:36 PM -
banburysaint liked DBLM Dave's post in the thread Churnet Valley Railway General Discussion.
Thanks for the insight into the 'personalities' of 5197 and 6046 - very interesting to note and it will add to the appreciation when next travelling behind or filming these magnificent locos. Well done to all involved in the railway's...
Apr 20, 2026 at 7:34 PM -
banburysaint liked lil Bear's post in the thread Churnet Valley Railway General Discussion.
Loco was suffering from priming second trip last week, resulting in her stalling at Bridge 5 and having to set back to the level to be able to build her speed up again. 97 is actually the stronger of the pair, we generally rate her as being able...
Apr 20, 2026 at 7:34 PM -
banburysaint liked acorb's post in the thread SVR Spring Steam Gala 16-19 April 2026.
I have to respond to the above. I am sure the Diesel Traction Group will be delighted with your feedback - but I must take issue with your use of the word 'neglect'. This loco was completely rebuilt around a decade ago and the volunteers went to...
Apr 19, 2026 at 6:24 PM -
banburysaint liked The Gricing Owl's post in the thread Spa Valley Railway - Latest News.
Very well done to you all @Jonnie And my heartfelt support and very best wishes to you in getting the full benefit from the help you are personally now receiving. Today was a great day to be back at the railway, based at Groombridge as usual...
Apr 19, 2026 at 6:45 AM
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banburysaint liked Wagoniester's post in the thread Llangollen Railway.
A little moment of history today as 1369 took the first goods train (excluding engineering ones) to Corwen since before this section of line's closure in 1965. Doubled up as a test run for both loco and the recently refurbished wagons ahead of...
Apr 18, 2026 at 1:36 PM
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banburysaint liked Jonnie's post in the thread Spa Valley Railway - Latest News.
The last time I drove a train over Broom Lane Bridge at 25mph was in 2017 when the speed restriction came into force. It was certainly a real privilege to be the first to drive 31430 over our brand new bridge at 25mph this evening! Chris...
Apr 17, 2026 at 10:11 PM -
banburysaint liked 5944's post in the thread Spa Valley Railway - Latest News.
[ATTACH] https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18Xw6Q7qc2/ Class 31/4 31430 ‘Sister Dora’ stands proudly on Broom Lane Bridge as it becomes the first locomotive to pass over the brand new structure! We reopen to Groombridge and Eridge this...
Apr 17, 2026 at 10:10 PM
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banburysaint liked Jonnie's post in the thread Spa Valley Railway - Latest News.
We're quite lucky in that we haven't any cables between High Rocks and Groombridge that need to go over the bridge. It is rather a plain structure that'll now be gradually paid off over two years and fade into memory as a significant project...
Apr 17, 2026 at 10:10 PM -
banburysaint liked Jamessquared's post in the thread Bluebell Railway General Discussion.
Needless to say I have an inbox filling with submissions for the next issue of Bluebell Times! (As running foreman last Sunday I also had a small part to play in ensuring that 80151, 72 and the carriages were left in the right place and ready to...
Apr 16, 2026 at 9:54 PM -
banburysaint liked Johnb's post in the thread Bluebell Railway General Discussion.
Each heritage railway has its own niche where it excels, the Bluebell is unsurpassed with its collection of vintage locos and rolling stock. Yesterday's charter with Fenchurch was a good illustration of that. A few results from the day show what...
Apr 16, 2026 at 9:53 PM
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banburysaint liked 2857Harry's post in the thread SVR Spring Steam Gala 16-19 April 2026.
7714 has had its old grate completely removed, a new grate fully rebuilt, and is back in steam. It will re-enter traffic this afternoon. A superb effort by ESMP and the Bridgnorth staff.
Apr 16, 2026 at 7:51 PM
