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MHR Autumn Steam Gala 2014.

Discussion in 'Galas and Events' started by green five, Mar 4, 2014.

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  1. Drysdale

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    I am not a great fan of things Great Western, however there is no way I am going to miss thie gala.
     
    Drysdale, Jun 25, 2014
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  2. 21B

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    Oddly (for a southern railway) this promises to be the GW gala to end all GW galas. Quite how we sequence all the low loaders I don't know.
     
    21B, Jun 25, 2014
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  3. green five

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    Bloody hell! :) This is turning into a massive event. I was hoping they would get a 14xx tank with an auto-trailer. And there might be the possibility of ANOTHER VISITOR! :eek: Definitely doing all 3 days now.

    My Dad isn't too impressed with these copper capped things though :rolleyes:
     
    green five, Jun 25, 2014
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    Can't say I blame him. :)
    The auto train is the highlight for me.
     
    Spamcan81, Jun 25, 2014
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    I'm thinking out loud, so this could turn out to be garbage (it probably will be...).

    This 'one further addition' - is it limited to just locomotives? Maybe the MHR have been in touch with Riviera Trains and are looking at hiring some of the Torbay Express Mk1 (choc/cream) set from Riviera Trains? Are they dual braked?

    James
     
    steamvideosnet, Jun 25, 2014
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    James, I haven't a Scooby.......................... Honest!
     
    Duty Druid, Jun 25, 2014
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  7. 21B

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    There was a closer guess further back in the thread.
     
    21B, Jun 25, 2014
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  8. Duty Druid

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    Does that mean its the BBLS on tour then?........ ;)
     
    Duty Druid, Jun 25, 2014
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    I imagine somebody at the MHR is still working out how they can pass Braunton off for another visit as a WR engine, though... ;)
     
    A1X, Jun 25, 2014
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  10. mike1522

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    Does anyone think that this whole line-up being announced now shall make it through the summer peak season?

    This line-up is huge and anything can happen between now and then.
     
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  11. John Petley

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    Yes, but even if something happened to one or two of these visitors between now and October, it's still going to be an impressive line-up.
     
    John Petley, Jun 26, 2014
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    I am guessing with all the other steam galas the same weekend the MHR are attempting to get people to book/hooked early on. I will going for certain so it has worked
     
    siquelme, Jun 26, 2014
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    So no different to any other Gala, roster or other preadvertised event then?
     
    1472, Jun 26, 2014
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    Worst that can happen is we have a gala with a 9F, Lord Nelson, Cheltenham, Wadebridge and something acquired at short notice. Most lines would be delighted with that.
     
    A1X, Jun 26, 2014
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    I have now updated the first post of this thread which now has links to websites with details about each loco.
     
    green five, Jun 26, 2014
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    I don't think gala organisers can win. Announce your line up early and you'll get criticised for not delivering exactly what you promised. Hold on to the last minute until you are certain of what is actually available and you'll be criticised for not providing any info up front!

    Tom
     
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    Technically they are dual braked, but since largely only DBS use Riveira stock now, is there any incentive to maintain the Vac gear ?.

    Edit: what's to stop them driving Nunney or the Brit in air brake mode then ?.
     
    david1984, Jul 1, 2014
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    Reading Steam Railway mag today. I see 70000 Britannia Could now run as 70018 Flying Dutchman instead of 70025 Western Star. If you had a choice of renumbering 70000 Britannia to one of the names already put forward which one would you prefer?

    70025 Western Star gets my vote.

    Cheers
     
    73129, Jul 30, 2014
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    I like to see it as Iron Duke. Always liked that name and it's a very powerful British name
     
    siquelme, Jul 30, 2014
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    Could they not split the sides with two different numbers/name plates and get two for the price of one?
     
    Hurricane, Jul 30, 2014
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