Dartmouth Steam Railway General Discusssion

Maybe they're going for a re--enactment for the Centenary of Abermule?...

 

Usually both stop in the stations, but there are no scheduled passenger stops it seems. Just a passing point as is usual the DSR when more than one train runs. Passing can take place at Goodrington as well. An accurate stopping place is needed at Churston (it was and presumably still is) as signals will not change if the train has not passed by a certain point. Sometimes long charters can make things different for a change.

 

Looking forward seeing the railtour with 47s

 

The tour is only going to Paignton, not Kingswear. On arrival at Paignton it then goes ecs to Goodrington CS until the return working later in the afternoon.

 

I plan on coming down, taking a trip on the railway, but also taking some photos.

I would like to get a shot overlooking Maypool Viaduct, this sort of position.

Can anybody tell me if this is viewed from the private road that leads to Maypool boathouse?

 

You could ask the occupants of the farm where there is a track leading up to the top of the hill.
The road to Maypool boat house puts you below the viaduct. There is a track from Bridge Road, a mile about, that takes you close, but I haven;t been down it for years.

 

I thinking that the steam charters will be going to Kingswear... is the start of two train operation likely too?

 

Saphos are running steam tours to Kingswear on Sundays 26th July & 2nd August, yes.

Two train operation begins tomorrow and then runs Monday to Thursday for the rest of July & August (excluding 31st August), looking at the website (when you click book now), as gives trains running every 35mins.

 

For those who may be interested the booked locos this week are:
7827+5239 Tuesday to Thursday.
5239 Friday to Sunday.

 

Seems 5239 has failed today with the 37 out replacing it according to facebook posts.

I must admit that 5239 didn't sound her best yesterday.

 

5239 came past Goodrington beach light engine just before midday, guessing that was either a proving run or heading to the workshop at Churston. We were having some family beach time this morning but I was kicking myself for not booking to travel today when I realised the 37 was out! Both it and the Manor were sounding fantastic on the bank.

 

The railway is getting busier every day it seems, even the Sun decided to finally join the party today!
75014 and 7827 Lydham Manor were working today, 5239 is expected to replace Lydham Manor at some point this week.

First, second and last trains of the day ...




75014 at Broadsands viaduct by Phoenix Images, on Flickr


Sunny morning at Goodrington sands ... by Phoenix Images, on Flickr


Last train to London ... via Paignton by Phoenix Images, on Flickr

 

England at its best ...

GWR Manor Class 7827 Lydham Manor runs alongside the River Dart then ascends from Kingswear and is about to enter Greenway tunnel passing under the grounds of Greenway House, the home of Agatha Christie.
This is Maypool viaduct and the River Dart at Glampton.


England at its best ... by Phoenix Images, on Flickr

 

One of the best railway photos I have seen. Well done!

 

A couple more from my visit last week, great to see 5239 back in action with its crisp bark and effortless hill climbing ...
The PDSR is the place to be for the most intensive steam workings in the UK at the moment.


Setting up on the beach for the day .... by Phoenix Images, on Flickr


Hugging the coast at Broadsands ... by Phoenix Images, on Flickr

 

I made a couple of visits down to the English Riviera last month.
12th July




17th July

 

What is the roster for this week, please

 

Some fantastic pics being shared on this thread. Thanks to those posters concerned for sharing on here.

Ben

 

Was in Dartmouth last Monday - did not have time to travel, but I was impressed by the slick operation. Trains every 35 mins ex Kingswear 75014 and 7827 doing the honours; trains appeared to load well. Will be down for a ride in a few weeks. Pic attached by my late father John - at Paignton Summer 1973 when 4472 visited.

 

A last couple from my visit a few days ago


Kingswear Castle cruising at Maypool by Phoenix Images, on Flickr


Climbing above the sea by Phoenix Images, on Flickr


75014 at the beautiful Maypool viaduct Dartmouth Devon by Phoenix Images, on Flickr