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The late Paul Rileys 15 inch Duchess of Devonshire,

Discussion in 'Miniature Railways' started by lynbarn, Aug 13, 2026 at 1:03 AM.

  1. lynbarn

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    Hi all, I am not sure if this is a subject that is only spoken in hushed tones, but ever since I heard about this loco, I have wondered what has happened to it and whether anyone has decided to take it on and to get it finished.

    I read on Google that it was about halfway through the build process before Paul passed away. At the same time, it says it was up for sale, but it doesn't say whether someone has bought it to finish it off.

    It sounds like a brilliant bit of kit that needs to be finished; does anyone know what the current situation is with the loco?
     
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    It was up for sale about a year ago for £75,000 (advert now says £65,000) but I don't believe it's sold. The photos on the advert are apparently in the pway shed at New Romney.
     
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    Thanks for the update. Do you happen to have a link for the advert?
     
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    The part built Duchess is currently residing at a business called Denver Light Railway in Bloxwich and is available to buy
     
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    Ok thank you. So it can be yours for £100,000
     
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