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    Saphos 2022

    70000 Britannia through Oldfield Park, Bath on time. Many thanks to the driver of the slow moving Southampton bound freightliner for stopping his...
    Post by: free2grice, Nov 26, 2022 at 12:51 PM in forum: What's Going On
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    Saphos 2022

    70000 + 11 coaches today + 47.853/47.614 (or whatever it's renumbered today). If you plan on seeing it this afternoon don't forget your brolly ;)...
    Post by: free2grice, Nov 26, 2022 at 8:49 AM in forum: What's Going On
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    RTC Christmas Cheshireman 19/11/22

    The Severn tunnel will be closed on Saturday evening. <BJ> Start date 19/11/2022. Route affected Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads...
    Post by: free2grice, Nov 16, 2022 in forum: What's Going On
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    LE movements, ECS and test runs 2022

    It shouldn't do as it's an ASLEF strike. It may even provide a clearer path. [BJ]
    Post by: free2grice, Nov 12, 2022 in forum: What's Going On
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    Vintage Trains 2022

    Cheap they may have been but the GWML system, although practical, looks terrible. Others may disagree. [BJ]
    Post by: free2grice, Nov 10, 2022 in forum: What's Going On
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    LE movements, ECS and test runs 2022

    20.107+20.096 0Z60 Crewe H.S. to Kidderminster SVR https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:U64164/2022-11-08/detailed 20.107+20.096 plus...
    Post by: free2grice, Nov 8, 2022 in forum: What's Going On
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    Gloucester & Warwickshire Autumn Gala 29/30 October

    Services running 50 mins late at present. A TSR north Gotherington not helping the situation. [BJ] Update: TSR cleared at 14:45.
    Post by: free2grice, Oct 29, 2022 in forum: Galas and Events
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    Swanage Railway General Discussion

    Good to see so many well-wishers at Swanage this morning to watch Scotsman depart. Hopefully lots of publicity and cash for the railway. <BJ>
    Post by: free2grice, Oct 22, 2022 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    Cumbrian Mountain Express 2022

    10 maroon mk.1s plus support coach today. Very smart. <BJ>
    Post by: free2grice, Oct 15, 2022 in forum: What's Going On
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    Watercress Line Autumn Steam Weekend: 7th - 9th October 2022

    I have to say that the Wagon Group's freight train at the weekend was simply amazing. After watching 53808 powering the goods up Medstead bank it...
    Post by: free2grice, Oct 11, 2022 in forum: Galas and Events
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    Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters

    We had an excellent day at the railway yesterday, just a shame that the S&D 7F was declared a failure. The loco sounded superb as she powered up...
    Post by: free2grice, Oct 9, 2022 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters

    Would anyone be kind enough to verify which way the gala locos are facing please? [BJ]
    Post by: free2grice, Oct 6, 2022 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    Where is 92207

    ....and I saw the final Pines Express and service trains. Gosh I'm getting old. Sorry for the 1066 error. <BJ>
    Post by: free2grice, Oct 4, 2022 in forum: Steam Traction
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    Where is 92207

    Unfortunately, it's much more difficult than simply bridging a gap. After the line closed in 1966 the rail bridge over Silver Street was removed....
    Post by: free2grice, Oct 3, 2022 in forum: Steam Traction
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    6024 King Edward I - Overhaul progress

    It's taken over 10 years to see her in steam again but it's been well worth the wait. Congratulations to all concerned. I can't wait to see her...
    Post by: free2grice, Sep 29, 2022 in forum: Steam Traction