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Cholsey and Wallingford Railway

Discussion in 'Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK' started by Autotank, Feb 18, 2009.

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  1. Anthony Coulls

    Anthony Coulls Well-Known Member

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    How about the GWRPG's Peckett instead?
     
    Anthony Coulls, Nov 18, 2011
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  2. PBR Traffic

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    Ivor? its sat in the shed at Blaenavon doing nothing at the moment, perhaps you need to speak with Steve Atkins?

    Regards,

    Alex
     
    PBR Traffic, Nov 18, 2011
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  3. Autotank

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    William Murdoch isn't Vac fitted and I don't think has a current boiler ticket (needs an annual exam). Ivor might be a possibility - has it not been sold yet?
     
    Autotank, Nov 18, 2011
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  4. Steve from GWR

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    Maybe Didcot would lend you the Steam Railmotor if you ask nicely. Look great on your line........ :becky:
     
    Steve from GWR, Nov 19, 2011
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  5. PBR Traffic

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    No Ivor is currently sitting in the shed doing nothing, we would be happy for you to take it off our hands, as i said contact Steve Atkins.
     
    PBR Traffic, Nov 21, 2011
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  6. guard_jamie

    guard_jamie Part of the furniture

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    Has to be said, in the future with the trailer as well that would make for an excellent visitor.
     
    guard_jamie, Nov 21, 2011
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  7. sir gomer

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    Alex H my man, couldn't you have suggested a slightly larger Peckett somewhat closer to home? lol
     
    sir gomer, Nov 21, 2011
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  8. PBR Traffic

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    Oh yeah, and Sir Gomer may be available! This is much to my dismay back at Shakerstone!

    Alex
     
    PBR Traffic, Nov 22, 2011
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  9. sir gomer

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    "Sir Gomer" may be available. Contact the railway for enquiries.
     
    sir gomer, Nov 22, 2011
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  10. sir gomer

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    OK, according to the website its going to Cholsey ;) haha
     
    sir gomer, Nov 23, 2011
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  11. Autotank

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    Yes we've managed to get Sir Gomer at late notice - thanks to the guys at The Battlefield Line for you help! Looking forward to seeing her steaming along the branch on 3/4, 10/11 & 17/18 December. No need to book, just turn up on the day!
     
    Autotank, Nov 24, 2011
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  12. alig8048

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    alig8048, Nov 24, 2011
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  13. sir gomer

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    Alig...nah...she's our baby ;)
     
    sir gomer, Nov 24, 2011
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  14. nanstallon

    nanstallon Part of the furniture

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    Splendid bit of co-operation. Any chance of a few runs without a Santa headboard? I expect photters would gladly make a contribution.
     
    nanstallon, Nov 25, 2011
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  15. Autotank

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    I'm sure that shouldn't be a problem - let us know when you are coming.
     
    Autotank, Nov 25, 2011
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  16. nanstallon

    nanstallon Part of the furniture

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    Saturday 3 December. What times do you run?
     
    nanstallon, Nov 25, 2011
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  17. Premier.Prairie

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    Guys,

    Glad you have managed to get it sorted in very quick time. I'ts good to see what can be acheived when everyone has the will to 'make it happen'. I hope it is a sucessful Christmas for both parties.

    Cheers

    John
     
    Premier.Prairie, Nov 25, 2011
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  18. Autotank

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    Thanks for the good wishes! We'll be running from Wallingford hourly from 1105 to 1605 and from Cholsey 1135 to 1635. Let us know when you don't want the headboard on.
     
    Autotank, Nov 26, 2011
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  19. sir gomer

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    DSCF7992.JPG DSCF7996.JPG
    ^ "Sir Gomer" and load 6 on a Santa at Shackerstone on 27/11/11
     
    sir gomer, Nov 29, 2011
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  20. Autotank

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    Sir Gomer arrived safely at Wallingford yesterday afternoon. Looking forward to steaming her (him?) this weekend for our first lots of Santa Specials - no need to book, just turn up!

    I know its not a big deal for most lines, but it's very pleasing to see 2 steam locos on site for the first time in around 5 years. Unfortunately only one of them is operational - it would be nice to have 2 locos in steam at some stage in the future.
     
    Autotank, Nov 30, 2011
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