Didcot 175 Events

I visited yesterday, a very impressive event. There was plenty going on, regular changes of loco on the main demonstration line( future changes announced over the PA system), which also meant the line up in front of the shed changed. The Two Auto trains on the branchline changing on a regular basis. Different Loco's positioned next to the coal stage, and in front of the goods wagons to the side of the main shed.Thanks to all those who made it happen.A selection of my photo's can be found at http://paul-simpson.fotopic.net/c1844515.html

 

I found this on another forum:

http://forums.airshows.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=32&t=22332

Was the person ok?

Regards,

Dan

 

Was there on saturday with 6880, great event and wish I could return. However I think you've missed a trick by not selling some form of souvenir program. I had a few queries asking were our SSS2 programs for this event, as they hadn't seen anything elsewhere. Many lines tend to create one for events of this scale, and we certainly found them a nice source of income for SSS2. However that is the only thing I can fault, I had a very enjoyable day and hope the event is a success for you all.

 

Went over today, great day out... GWR Heaven Good to see Big Ben on Nunney. Loco line ups looked great. Well done all

 

Just to let you know although we did run out of beer today for a short time we have got some more today that is ready to drink for tomorrow and even more will arrive tomorrow, so far we have had 16 different beers. When you visit to take picutres or just watch the events do pop along to the bar. Hope you enjoy the different stock in use and freight trains.

 

Yeah you were running short when I arrived.... However there was enough for me to have a cheeky one and buy 1 of the wonderful GWR 175 Pint glasses

Here's a cheeky pic of the bar - yum yum

 

I was at Didcot last Saturday for the first day of this event and I must say it was a quite brilliant event. It was fantastic to see so many copper capped chimneys everywhere you looked. Perhaps a special souvenir guide would have been a good idea but nonetheless a well organised event that will take some beating in GWR175 year. My photos of the event are now on my fotopic site.

http://paulgildersleve.fotopic.net/

Cheers,

Paul

 

I understand that a gentleman had a stroke and unfortunately hit is head as he collapsed. My girlfriend had a stroke and I know what the poor family and man is going through. I do not know what happened after he was airlifted off site. Thinking and praying for them all in what must be a terrible time. It is a shame that something so bad can happen at what otherwise was a fantastic event.

I was there Saturday and Sunday and it was a great showing for the GWR. City of Truro was beautiful and a it was great to see the Britania tour there on the saturday.

 

Anyone know the daily adult admission price?

Can't see it on the website?

 

£ 15.00 see admission charges, under visitor information

 

Thanks,

I was looking on the GWR 175 specific pages hence not finding it

 

I attended Thursday night's photo charter at Didcot. I've got 300 photos to sort through (i.e. bin!). A superb evening, thanks to Sidmouth and Jason Cross with his football stadium floodlights! Photos up in a couple of days, but first here's a taster.

 

QUOTE=5944;346953]I attended Thursday night's photo charter at Didcot. I've got 300 photos to sort through (i.e. bin!). A superb evening, thanks to Sidmouth and Jason Cross with his football stadium floodlights! [/QUOTE]

I'd like to echo that sentiment - a great evening.

More of a late evening/night photo-shoot as we were lucky to get on site when the sun was still high enough in the sky to take pictures, so we got two photo events for the price of one.

My efforts:

http://simon71.fotopic.net/c1846797.html

 

I too would like to add my thanks to Phil, Martin and Jason for all their splendid efforts in organizing this event. And not forgetting all who were involved from Didcot ie, crews and the canteen!
http://rickeborallphotography.fotopic.net/ to see my selection of photos

Hope you enjoy them.....Rick

 

I'd like to add my thanks to Martin, Phil & Jason for organising a wonderful event and to the staff and members of Didcot for their efforts. It was a wonderful evening, even the sun came out for a cheeky early evening bonus shoot. One other thought - Truro looks awesome with the black frames

 

Ditto to the above.
A great evening and thanks to all involved for a really good evening's entertainment. My efforts from the evening can now be found on my fotopic site.

http://paulgildersleve.fotopic.net/


Cheers,

Paul

 

Had a fantastic day on Sunday,best event i have ever been to at Didcot.

Uploaded my photos now:

http://mark-walker.fotopic.net/c1848321_1.html

Cheers,
Mark

 

My Shots are now on the link below:-
A cracking session - so many great angles and shots wating to be taken.... Thanks to all.

Cheers
Jon.
http://www.jonbowcutt.co.uk/railwaygalleries/gwr-museum-didcot

 

Here is my contribution:
I visited Didcot on Saturday 1st May 2010. What an aray on locomotives on display.
Any how: here are the PHOTOS
And the video
and finally a report on the event
Enjoy!
Sorry about the delay - reason. I didn't even know this forum existed. Speeder uploading promised next time!