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ross replied to the thread Lynton and Barnstaple - Operations and Development.
What was his day job? What was his home life? What was his Dad like? If the telephone at work had only ever been a problem, If he found people difficult and trying to deal with, for whatever reason, you can see why he was how he was. I've known...
Jun 12, 2025 at 7:06 PM -
ross liked flying scotsman123's post in the thread Lynton and Barnstaple - Operations and Development.
Interesting point, but I'd look to the WSR (I'm thinking specifically during the X6 days) and argue the opposite, and say it can be quite dangerous. Disillusioned members, rather that work to remove the rot and make the effort to vote, just quit....
Jun 12, 2025 at 2:11 PM -
ross liked DaveE's post in the thread Lynton and Barnstaple - Operations and Development.
I feel with Stuart at Woody Bay you have perhaps the best working culture you can have, both employed and volunteer. The problems with gaining and holding volunteers is right across the volunteer sector and has been now for many years and due to...
Jun 12, 2025 at 2:10 PM -
ross liked flying scotsman123's post in the thread Lynton and Barnstaple - Operations and Development.
You do have to wonder if something's gone wrong if a volunteer of 30 years feels they have nothing in common with a society with the nominal purpose of supporting said railway...
Jun 12, 2025 at 12:17 PM -
ross replied to the thread Teifi Valley Railway.
Great news. Strange that Elizabeth Perry didn't mention it
Jun 10, 2025 at 2:48 PM -
ross liked TVR Observer's post in the thread Teifi Valley Railway.
Just noticed that the TVR website has come back to life... https://www.teifivalleyrailway.wales
Jun 10, 2025 at 2:47 PM -
ross replied to the thread Ruislip Lido Railway Gala Evening..
Thank you. Looks like a decent day out
Jun 9, 2025 at 11:51 PM -
ross liked 45669's post in the thread Ruislip Lido Railway Gala Evening..
I've now finished editing my photos and videos of the Ruislip Lido Railway Gala Evening last month and, if anyone would like to see them, they're here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCexHn
Jun 9, 2025 at 11:50 PM -
ross liked black5's post in the thread Statfold Barn Railway - Events Past and Upcoming.
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Jun 9, 2025 at 9:13 PM -
ross liked black5's post in the thread Statfold Barn Railway - Events Past and Upcoming.
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Jun 9, 2025 at 9:13 PM -
ross liked Pete Thornhill's post in the thread Lynton and Barnstaple - Operations and Development.
Many years ago? I’d argue it’s a different world now. Times have changed, an extended L&B is going to have a higher fare, then you have the attraction cost on top. This is all before you add in the additional spend on things like food and...
Jun 9, 2025 at 2:09 AM -
ross liked 60044's post in the thread Bure Valley Railway 35th Anniversary Gala..
Has the Bure Valley entered a sponsorship deal with a maker of electric goods?
Jun 8, 2025 at 2:26 AM -
ross liked RailWest's post in the thread Lynton and Barnstaple - Operations and Development.
I can sympathise with the view about the the L&BR. Meaning no disrespect to North Devon, but IMHO it is rather out on a limb and may need a 'special effort' to go there. In the days when I occasionally had to go to Plymouth , I could 'drop in'...
Jun 8, 2025 at 2:21 AM -
ross replied to the thread Lynton and Barnstaple - Operations and Development.
I don't quite get the "not a massive drain on time (with a young family)". Is an entertainment a drain on time, or does it add value to leisure time? As it is, there isn't enough L&B. There's not enough to make the journey worthwhile, unless you...
Jun 7, 2025 at 5:53 PM -
ross liked Jamessquared's post in the thread Lynton and Barnstaple - Operations and Development.
I don't think it really works at all for anyone aiming to start at East Grinstead, i.e. use the train to get to Sheffield Park, visit the gardens, then return. It's a 20 minute walk each way; allow time to get off the station and into the garden...
Jun 7, 2025 at 4:12 PM
