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    North Norfolk Railway General Discussion

    The whole big engines vs small engines debate will never end. I guess more than anything it comes down to what is available. I think 80080 is the...
    Post by: Hicks19862, Jan 20, 2026 at 9:25 AM in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    North Norfolk Railway General Discussion

    Not sure about the E4, but heard rumours there had been enquiries about restoring the J17, that were met with a firm no. Would the E4 be strong...
    Post by: Hicks19862, Jan 19, 2026 at 7:08 PM in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    North Norfolk Railway General Discussion

    Was under the impression that it was ‘hoped’ to have the B12 and Ring Haw back in service for 2027. I think most people understand that with steam...
    Post by: Hicks19862, Jan 12, 2026 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    North Norfolk Railway General Discussion

    Thank you
    Post by: Hicks19862, Jan 3, 2026 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    North Norfolk Railway General Discussion

    Will the railway be running March weekends ?
    Post by: Hicks19862, Jan 3, 2026 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    2026 Entries/Returnees and Withdrawals

    The J21?
    Post by: Hicks19862, Dec 24, 2025 in forum: Steam Traction
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    North Norfolk Railway General Discussion

    So it’s looking like the steam fleet for 2026 will be 80080 90775 (Boiler ticket expires in Autumn I believe) 1744 (hopefully) 4277 (hopefully)...
    Post by: Hicks19862, Dec 22, 2025 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    North Norfolk Railway General Discussion

    Latest Joint Line mentions that negotiations are ongoing to keep 4277 on the line for the 2026 season. Hope these are a success
    Post by: Hicks19862, Dec 19, 2025 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    1589 "Newstead"

    Little engine is certainly getting around
    Post by: Hicks19862, Nov 24, 2025 in forum: Steam Traction
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    New build M&GN C class

    Not saying the end result would be a D class, just bear close enough resemblance for Joe Public.
    Post by: Hicks19862, Nov 9, 2025 in forum: Steam Traction
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    New build M&GN C class

    My own wild idea to semi-recreate an M&GN class… Convert an austerity 0-6-0st into an 0-6-0 tender locomotive (this has already been done with...
    Post by: Hicks19862, Nov 9, 2025 in forum: Steam Traction
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    New build M&GN C class

    I’ll take it seriously if they get beyond building a buffer beam. Reminds of the Claud Hamilton group. Very well intentioned but unrealistic....
    Post by: Hicks19862, Nov 9, 2025 in forum: Steam Traction
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    North Norfolk Railway General Discussion

    Certainly seems like Britannia’s visit has been a success.
    Post by: Hicks19862, Nov 3, 2025 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    North Norfolk Railway General Discussion

    Still hoping to see 70000 and 70013 together on the NNR one day. Well done to the NNR for getting 70000. Perfect end to the 50th celebrations
    Post by: Hicks19862, Oct 29, 2025 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    North Norfolk Railway General Discussion

    Britannia has arrived on the line
    Post by: Hicks19862, Oct 23, 2025 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK