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  1. green five liked NathanP's post in the thread West Somerset Railway General Discussion.

    Very sad news about Jonathan Jones-Pratt. I met him once on a railtour, the only time I ever met him, but that short encounter left an indelible impression. He was so passionate and enthusiastic about railway heritage and had already achieved so...

    Oct 13, 2026 at 9:10 PM

  2. green five liked Andy B's post in the thread West Somerset Railway General Discussion.

    I was lucky enough to work alongside jjp in his early days of owning 4936 and then also when the collection ‘grew’ somewhat. Jonny had the spirit of the early preservationists and wanted to save everything. His heart sometimes ruled his head and...

    Oct 13, 2026 at 9:09 PM

  3. green five liked acorb's post in the thread West Somerset Railway General Discussion.

    As someone the same age as JJP and with a teenage daughter, something like this really hits home. An utter tragedy, I really hope people appreciate the huge contribution he made to the WSR and I hope somehow, that his young family are able, in...

    Oct 13, 2026 at 9:08 PM

  4. green five liked Sidmouth's post in the thread West Somerset Railway General Discussion.

    Reported that John Jones Pratt , chair of the WSR has passed away . Ill health had as I understand matters forced him to step back from the WSR and 6435 had recently been sold on Leaves behind two young daughters That this thread is as long as...

    Oct 13, 2026 at 9:07 PM

  5. green five liked 35B's post in the thread West Somerset Railway General Discussion.

    May he rest in peace, I wish his family well in their loss, and hope the impact on the WSR is not too dramatic

    Oct 13, 2026 at 9:07 PM

  6. green five liked Chris86's post in the thread The 10A Allocation.

    Wonder if Tyseley would loan Rood Ashton Hall's tender? Chris

    Oct 13, 2026 at 9:05 PM

  7. green five replied to the thread The 10A Allocation.

    The latest issue of Trackside has a report that suggests 45110 could be heading back to it's old home, the Severn Valley Railway to help out with their Winter/Christmas services as they are currently short of suitable motive power (Class 4 and...

    Oct 13, 2026 at 1:30 PM

  8. green five liked 5944's post in the thread Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters.

    https://www.adventure001.com/Activity/Railways/Train-Driving/89 Diesel loco driving courses coming up at MHR. 31203, formerly at Blaenavon and freshly repainted in green with small yellow ends, should be moving to the railway shortly.

    Oct 13, 2026 at 1:08 PM

  9. green five liked Duty Druid's post in the thread Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters.

    It's that time of year where you just don't know how many layers to put on...... having seen the forecast for yesterday, Muggins 'Ere opted for the lesser option, got into a nice soon to be warm car with heated seat :) only to reach the other end...

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  10. green five replied to the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2026.

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    Oct 12, 2026 at 1:06 PM

  11. green five liked GWR4707's post in the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2026.

    There's a double entendre in there somewhere! :D;)

    Oct 12, 2026 at 1:04 PM

  12. green five liked Dan Hill's post in the thread Bulleid Pacifics - Past or Present.

    Forgot to post this during the week, but during the Mid Hants Gala last weekend, the tender now destined for 34070 was on display in the yard at Ropley, all painted and ready to go. [ATTACH]

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  13. green five liked John Petley's post in the thread RTC 2026.

    This first picture is an absolute stunner and a reminder of what we have been missing over the past couple of years. Thanks for posting. Regrettably, I think that while we will now be able to enjoy a lot more images like this from our Northern...

    Oct 12, 2026 at 12:55 PM

  14. green five liked wazza588's post in the thread RTC 2026.

    46115 drifting into the sunshine at Welbury, returning south. [ATTACH] Richard

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  15. green five liked Big Al's post in the thread RTC 2026.

    I counted 6 FOs, a kitchen car, a buffet (Standard) and one Standard coach (99318) plus the barrier vehicles. So I don't reckon that what we saw fits a typical combination of customers down south. Not holding my breath that the rag, tag and...

    Oct 12, 2026 at 12:52 PM
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