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Mid-Hants Railway | Autumn Steam Gala | 2nd-4th October 2026

Discussion in 'Galas and Events' started by Ben Jenden, May 1, 2026.

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  1. Big Al

    Big Al Nat Pres stalwart Staff Member Moderator

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    A clever selection, apart from 6989 that seems out of place. What a shame that the KWVR wasn't asked to release 41241 instead.
     
    Big Al, Aug 21, 2026 at 7:42 PM
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    Totally agree about 6989. The Harry Potter fans may approve -we GWR fans do not!

    I'm pleased about 46447 though as I haven't seen that one. 41241 has been to the Mid Hants before I think - I seem to remember it double-heading with 41312 quite a few years ago
     
    6026 King John, Aug 22, 2026 at 2:30 PM
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    Both 4247 and 6989 are on shed at Ropley and both facing Alresford.Seen today.
     
    Brockenman, Aug 22, 2026 at 10:01 PM
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    I think it is a great line up.
    6989 will get families attending the event which is good for the railway's finances and future. Okay so the Hall isn't in her correct livery but taking black and white shots will overcome that issue.
    A shame that 41241 couldn't be booked for the event to provide a trio of Ivatt tanks. However, LMS fans might not approve of that locos current livery!

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    green five, Aug 23, 2026 at 4:01 PM
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