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Steve replied to the thread GWSR General Discussion and Operations.
Congratulations. The NYMR could probably do with some guidance on running successful bridge appeals if anyone’s available to help. ;)
Jan 26, 2026 at 7:41 PM -
Steve liked 35B's post in the thread GWSR General Discussion and Operations.
That is really good to read, both for itself and also to show how an appeal can be successfully closed off. Bravo
Jan 26, 2026 at 7:36 PM -
Steve liked flying scotsman123's post in the thread GWSR General Discussion and Operations.
The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway Trust has announced it will be closing its Stanway Viaduct appeal on the 31st January 2026, following successful repairs to the waterproofing membrane. Thanks to the generosity of members, volunteers and...
Jan 26, 2026 at 7:36 PM -
Steve replied to the thread 4270.
I often have conversations with the gentlemen from HMRI and have done since the days of Major Olver, which is a long time ago, now. I'm also fully aware that working at height is a hot topic and has been for many a year. Like I said, steam locos...
Jan 26, 2026 at 4:49 PM -
Steve liked Obstruction Danger's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
Whilst I don’t think the businesses of Grosmont have any come back at the railway for negligence I do agree with the villagers who are frustrated by a lack of comminication. They do put up with a lot of inconvenience caused by the railway and...
Jan 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM -
Steve replied to the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
I would suggest that, judging by the number of complaints received by the railway from Grosmont residents about noise, smoke and the level crossing gates being closed, a straw poll of villagers would show great relief at the fact that village...
Jan 23, 2026 at 11:30 AM -
Steve replied to the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
As @torgomaig says, Goathland has to be manned in order to operate normal train services. The suggestion at the moment is that, if trains are T&T there is no need to operate any points and as it i effectively 'one engine in steam' with no level...
Jan 23, 2026 at 11:27 AM -
Steve liked ghost's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
You win the most ridiculous suggestion of the day award! Roadworks are a completely different kettle of fish to a third party business having to temporarily close part of its business. What if the Co-Op removed its sweets and chocolate because...
Jan 23, 2026 at 11:12 AM -
Steve liked Biskit's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
I'm quite glad you broadly concur Steve - to be honest I had initially considered 15 minutes turnaround at Goathland, giving the 75 minute frequency you suggest, but decided to be a bit more cautious in the end! Agreed also on your 10:00 start,...
Jan 22, 2026 at 8:19 PM -
Steve replied to the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
If it was me making the decision I'd be inclined to agree to the idea of the catch points being clipped and scotched for each arrival but I wouldn't want to see it on a permanent basis. It is not worked from the box.
Jan 22, 2026 at 7:26 PM -
Steve replied to the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
Some thoughtful comment there, Ben. The only point that I'd disagree on would be the suggested 09.00 start. Heritage railways generally start their services around 10.00, often later. (There are exceptions!) I think the NYMR gets away with an...
Jan 22, 2026 at 7:19 PM -
Steve liked Biskit's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
I've been reading this thread with great interest, especially the recent discussions regarding the Bridge 42 issues and operational possibilities for the coming year. First off, I'm no civil engineer so can't comment on the bridge itself, and I...
Jan 22, 2026 at 6:39 PM -
Steve replied to the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
The up platfo0rm can't be use The up platform can't be use for arrivals as there is a set of catch points at the north end. These are there to protect against any runaways that there might be. It may be that this is an unlikely scenario but...
Jan 22, 2026 at 6:38 PM
