Have to agree there Frank, this incident proves the point impeccably.
We have to look at what the loco would be used for. The SVR are currently hiring for the peak summer season when trains are at least 8 coaches and...
Not sure 35006 would be popular with the p/way dept or the accounts man with the coal bill! Having had a ride behind 2857 at the weekend something...
It is the inevitable knee jerk reaction that will help appease TOC managers, but do nothing to solve the issues that actually caused the the loco...
This is already happening with the restoration of the taffy tank from the Waterman trust. Diesels again are already being used more, but people...
With 46443 and 42968 due to drop out in the next 12 months I think at least 1 loco will be needed for the next couple of years maybe 2. The SVR...
I think the simple solution is find a way of extending the shuttles to Highley at all galas in the future as this would automatically double the...
Thoroughly enjoyed it Austin, nice to see different locations. The shot of the Caley leaving Arley was especially good, it left like a scalded...
To answer a few questions about 828, from snippets I picked up from SVR staff. She was failed today with injector issues and withdrawn before any...
What a fantastic gala, travelled Saturday and Sunday and yes the trains were full but at no point did I feel uncomfortable. I've experienced a lot...
Another East Coast trip down the pan... coincidence?
Latest news on the overhaul of Bradley Manor and other interesting developments. http://www.erlestokemanorfund.co.uk/PDFs/EMF-Newsletter-55.pdf
Some interesting points here, however it is disappointing that some have said that because there are so many differing and competing industries...
Sounds like politics is getting in the way of common sense then. What shame, it has terrific potential.
Maybe in competition financially, but don't all have the common interest that steam should succeed?
With a few ideas and topics ranging through several threads now I thought a central thread for ideas of improving mainline steam's performance...
Certainly Dean Morris and Alastair Meanley (& Bob!) seem to have perfected the art of firing GW locos. But familiarity with class is certainly an...
Stumbled accross this line today almost by accident whilst driving for work. Has been one of the railways that I have always meant to get to, but...
She looks lovely on the pics that have been posted on http://www.wsr.org.uk/ . That paint job looks as good as Braunton's. Well done to all...
The same argument could be said for 4472?? I am sorry, but stuffing and mounting her would just turn her into another exhibit and she is one of...
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