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Saphos Trains 2026

Discussion in 'What's Going On' started by GWR7812, Oct 7, 2025.

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  1. MellishR

    MellishR Resident of Nat Pres Friend

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    I think for some reason my posting was delayed, so I presume they changed it between when I looked and when I posted.
     
    MellishR, Oct 11, 2026
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    Queried the running of the Mountaineer on the 11th today and they've confirmed what's obvious from the timings: there's a diesel on the rear all day.
     
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    I have 2 First Class seats at a table for 2 and cant go now, Is anyone interested?
     
    mouse, Nov 6, 2026 at 2:36 PM
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    I see the tour tomorrow still has First Class seats available. Could be due to people expecting the now confirmed diesel presence, or perhaps the view any enthusiast tour will sell out is not correct.
     
    Gladiator 5076, Nov 10, 2026 at 12:14 PM
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    looks like all single window first class tickets are all sold out as well
     
    neildimmer, Nov 10, 2026 at 12:44 PM
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    There would be far more enthusiast tours if they did all sell out. <BJ>
     
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    Could be it falls between stools--- diesel on the back because of Wilpshire, dark from Appleby, back in Crewe too late for some connections. Maybe the S and C leg was a step too far comparing it with last year.
     
    30567, Nov 10, 2026 at 2:53 PM
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    Locomotive Services Limited pay their respects. <BJ>

    ''Ahead of tomorrow’s steam charter, 'King Edward I' carries a poppy wreath as we take a moment to remember and honour all those who have served, sacrificed and lost their lives in conflict.
    We will remember them''. [​IMG]

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    Its a pity the diesel couldn't have been attached at Hellifield on the return journey
     
    neildimmer, Nov 10, 2026 at 5:02 PM
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    Multiple stops heading north due to reported problems with air pump or general steaming issues. Apparently all now seems to be ok. Very late though.
     
    LMarsh1987, Nov 11, 2026 at 12:23 PM
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    Going well passing Brock 81 late.

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    Keith Sergeant, Nov 11, 2026 at 12:38 PM
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    101 minutes late leaving Carnforth!!
     
    neildimmer, Nov 11, 2026 at 1:17 PM
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    Fingers crossed it was the former, as setting off up Shap with the latter would be brave to say the least.
     
    GWR4707, Nov 11, 2026 at 1:27 PM
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    IMG_5021.JPG Going well at Hartford earlier as well...
     
    ax1709cjm, Nov 11, 2026 at 1:34 PM
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    Just gone in the loop at Grayrigg, arrived 102 down.
     
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    Advised new departure time from Carlisle is 1625
     
    Will RL, Nov 11, 2026 at 1:47 PM
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    All told, thought the climb of Grayrigg was rather pleasant. By my device, about 54mph minimum.
     
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    It probably will have done with a class 57 pushing it
     
    Simon Smith, Nov 11, 2026 at 2:05 PM
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    No idea how much is due to being out of path etc but lost another 20 odd mins between Oxenholme and Shap summit.
     
    GWR4707, Nov 11, 2026 at 2:20 PM
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    Was looped at Grayrigg while four following services passed.
     
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