True, but the NRM does host other mainline registered engines sometimes, ie during the Scarborough Spa season. I would have thought York -...
I think we can be confident that Anthony and his collegues at the NRM will already be devising a sensible strategy for 4472 when up and running....
Indeed, thanks Ralph. As you say, AC will be the one with the authoritative answer. 46118
At the risk of being shot at dawn, can I ask if anyone actually knows, as distinct from hypothesising or stating their preferences, in what...
As I detailed in post #201, the chosen name does not really follow the "Scottish" themes of the original class members, although if you look at...
S. A. C. Martin: Well developing your argument about a long-scrapped Pacific, you surely will agree that "Prince of Wales" is a no-go?...
With modern technology, there should be no need for a single name. I'm not suggesting programmable LED nameplates, but following the Royal theme...
Here is the backgound to the other P2 names used, courtesy Clay/Cliffe. Ian Allen 1973: Cock o' the North: The provocative nickname of a former...
Thanks to all for sharing their images. Carnforth certainly appear to have worked on 45699 to improve the steam tight appearance at the cylinder...
I wonder if the image of 4472 within the NRM press release is any indication of the final restored appearance....? Well you can always hope! 46118
Olly: I hope all your good work on the wagons is rewarded at the Spring gala with Paddy's PT 813 back in service. It looks the part on a rake of...
Just harking back to the earlier discussion of "what might have been", Cox in "BR Standard Steam Locomotives" shows two proposed designs for 2-8-2...
I thought there was going to be a point in the future when Mk1's, even with a Mk 2 "barrier" coach would be ushered off the mainline, and that...
For anyone interested in the cylinder swop on 2857, there is an image in John Marshall's book "Severn Valley Railway" from David and Charles...
Andy2857: I dont think the comments about a "nice fat dowry" are intended to be negative or cynical. It does indeed appear that such a "dowry"...
Perhaps saying that the block is "beyond repair" is dangerous, and in the future it could be repaired by metal stitching or similar, and to quote...
Or perhaps someone is getting their act together with workflow relative to the works and the boiler shop. 34027 is thought to be pretty much...
As a matter of interest, is there any agreement with the Preci Spark people whose factory and/or car park intrudes into the GC embankment just...
The SVR is utilising "Schools" 925 and "Hall" 4936 this weekend. Sunday is also Classic Vehicle day with displays at various stations. Subject...
I doubt a tour operator would advertise a tour with motive power not "gauged" for the route.
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