North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion

I understand 37688 is also back in traffic. That tots up to 31128, 31466, 37264, 37688 & 47077 which makes the diesel side quite healthy. If only the same could be said about the steam side, even if the weather isn't really suitable for their use.

 

At least the service can be covered but I agree about the steam. There still isn't a steam ban (44806 finished at Pickering on Weds I believe) but you can bet your bottom dollar at the time there is will be the same time engines start becoming available.

 

I suppose, if there are very few services operated by steam currently, the chances of a large fire are much reduced!

Also, when 44806 needs a washout, can they take the parts off that and use them to get Eric going for 28 days?

 

According to the roster published on the website, 44806 goes right through to Whitby on the 09.20. However, when it gets back to Grosmont it comes off and the rest of the day is all diesel. I’m guessing that this is because the washout has become due.

 

I did see more headlines about the 'Nationwide Steam Ban' last night but you would of thought if that were the reason it would be published on the nymr website. So I can only summise you are correct. I see disapointed customers on the horizon....

 

Believe that steam ban only applies to mainline services? An official reason will be given which definitely won't be generally poor vegetation clearance across the national network and upkeep of the lineside.

Most sources citing the Harry Potter train being responsible for the heavy delays last weekend - 44871 now being the Harry Potter train. The muggles never fail to amaze.

Back onto the NYMR 60163 will visit next week but you need to book on specific services and can only travel on those services. I do hope that this will not be the only available steam service.

 

Define "main line", though. I think Grosmont to Whitby would be classed as "main line" by NR, but maybe it isn't currently as dry as other parts of the country and they are prepared to take the risk.

 

Apologies I'd overlooked that - yes, the Whitby to Grosmont section would technically fall under the ban.

 

44806 due washout ..Reptile expected to appear next week .

 

Is there a plan B if the NR steam ban is still in place next weekend to get the loco to the NYMR?