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THRELKELD QUARRY STEAM GALA 25/26 JULY 2015

Discussion in 'Galas and Events' started by Britfoamer, Jul 21, 2015.

  1. Britfoamer

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    For those who are narrow minded one of the annual events is on us again, the steam gala at Threlkeld Quarry near Keswick. 6 visiting loco's with a theme of 50 years since the closure of the Penrhyn system in North Wales.
    2 steam shovels this year, they are wonderful machines to watch. Photo opportunities abound. See link below:
    http://www.threlkeldquarryandminingmuseum.co.uk/
    We usually park in Keswick and walk the old railway track to Threlkeld, start at Keswick station, through cuttings, bridges and tunnels takes you to the quarry door step, about 1 - 1.5 hour walking. The teas and cakes are usually courtesy of the local church in Keswick, helping to raise funds. Weather forecast is good for Saturday, see you there!
     
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    An excellent day on the charter today, a line up of the 6 Penrhyn locomotives at the Quarry is captured here. Pictures and video to follow later over the weekend.
     
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    A small selection from the charter on 24 July - with 6 visiting locos at work plus resident Bagnall on the passenger service there was plenty of variety to be viewed :

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    A video from the 30742 Charters event. Many thanks to Martin Creese and all involved with organising the event

     
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