Johnme101's Recent Activity
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Johnme101 liked MAPLE CHRIS's post in the thread Avon Valley Railway Updates and Videos.
Avon valley railway heritage trust is trying to buy class 117 Dmu for future use on the line donations towards this can be made at avrht.org/dmu gift can be applied as well for those eligable. The unit was locally based at Bath Road in the 1980s...
Aug 11, 2026 at 5:51 PM -
Johnme101 liked The Green Howards's post in the thread Brighton Belle update.
Yes, of course - Litchurch Lane has 3rd rail facilities, doesn't it?
Aug 11, 2026 at 5:40 PM -
Johnme101 liked Mark Thompson's post in the thread Brighton Belle update.
Well, this is what it has gone to Derby for, so hopefully very, very close indeed!
Aug 11, 2026 at 5:40 PM -
Johnme101 liked Spike's post in the thread Brighton Belle update.
It certainly did, seen here approaching Stafford led by 20107.[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Aug 11, 2026 at 5:40 PM
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Johnme101 liked 5944's post in the thread Middleton Railway.
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DQ8AFZvWV/ On Sunday 9th August we were delighted to host a visit by the Slough & Windsor Railway Society. During their visit, they kindly donated HC 1544 ‘Slough Estates Ltd. No.3’ to the Railway following a...
Aug 11, 2026 at 9:56 AM -
Johnme101 liked Ben Jenden's post in the thread ELR | Autumn Steam Gala | 16th-18th October 2026.
SECR O1 No. 65 announced as third guest
Aug 11, 2026 at 9:52 AM -
Johnme101 liked Christopher125's post in the thread Brighton Belle update.
Camshafts on both driving cars are now working with the help of the SETG, and I believe she's off to the Litchurch Lane test track tomorrow.
Aug 11, 2026 at 9:50 AM -
Johnme101 liked Wagoniester's post in the thread Mid-Hants Railway | Autumn Steam Gala | 2nd-4th October 2026.
6989 Wightwick Hall confirmed as the third guest locomotive.
Aug 10, 2026 at 5:56 PM -
Johnme101 liked black5's post in the thread ELR | Autumn Steam Gala | 16th-18th October 2026.
Clue for the 3rd and final visitor. "We won’t keep you waiting as long this time, who’s ready for another guest announcement for our 2026 Autumn Steam Gala! A few teasers to get everyone guessing… - An ELR debut, the very first time this...
Aug 10, 2026 at 5:55 PM -
Johnme101 liked Duty Druid's post in the thread Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters.
You may remember, Dear Reader, that about a month ago(?) we took a door off the workshop PMV...... we managed to get one hinge pin out, with a lot of protest, but could not persuade any of the remaining three to do likewise, in fact we were in...
Aug 10, 2026 at 10:26 AM
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Johnme101 liked Flying Phil's post in the thread 34039 Boscastle WC class.
Boscastle's inner valve gear billets are getting smaller! [ATTACH] [ATTACH] (Pictures courtesy of Daniela Works)
Aug 9, 2026 at 5:38 PM
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Johnme101 liked Flying Phil's post in the thread The Dinting Railway Centre.
Mention has been made of Brake van rides at Dinting. In fact some of the rolling stock did go to the GCR including this NE brake van. It is now undergoing its second major overhaul at Rothley.[ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Aug 9, 2026 at 5:37 PM
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Johnme101 liked mdewell's post in the thread Oswestry Update.
73129 now back in service at Cambrian Heritage Railways. [IMG] https://www.heritage-railways.com/locosdb/locosdb2.php?RefNo=3388 It was out of use since early July due to a change of ownership (It previously being owned by one individual). CHR...
Aug 9, 2026 at 11:15 AM -
Johnme101 liked Devonbelle's post in the thread Bluebell Railway General Discussion.
Brilliant Bluebell. Well done Bluebell Railway staff and HDL. Smashing visit today and the questioning of my sanity catching the 0700.Bristol TM to Paddington soon disappeared when a 33/1 hauled me from East Grinstead,.the first one since the...
Aug 8, 2026 at 5:15 PM
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Johnme101 liked Flying Phil's post in the thread 34039 Boscastle WC class.
The shareholders of Boscastle Locomotive Ltd received excellent news recently that there has been a full and final settlement of the insurance claim following the theft of parts three years ago. It is said that this will cover about 90% of the...
Aug 7, 2026 at 10:59 AM
