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Swanage Autumn Steam Gala 11-13 September

Discussion in 'Galas and Events' started by 5944, May 19, 2026.

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  1. free2grice

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    We had a bit of shock today when arriving at Swanage to find that 34072 had a broken spring and would not be double-heading with Manston to the River Frome and back. The train was instead hauled by Manston and D6515. Fortunately, the maintenance team quickly replaced the broken spring on 34072 and both Spamcans hauled their 2nd and 3rd runs as scheduled. Both runs were spirited and thoroughly enjoyable.

    The last time that I witnessed a pair of Spamcans in BR livery was at Midsomer Norton on 5th March, 1966 during the final weekend of the Somerset & Dorset Joint Railway.

    Many thanks to all volunteers and staff at the Swanage Railway. [BJ]
     
    Last edited: Sep 11, 2026 at 10:09 AM
    free2grice, Sep 10, 2026 at 11:18 PM
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