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West Coast Santa trains 2017

Discussion in 'What's Going On' started by 46236, Jul 21, 2017.

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  1. RalphW

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    No, if it's available.
     
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    Never mind the loco, the important bit is the right Santa.

    This one comes cheap. :rolleyes:
    Mince pie, glass of malt and a footplate ride....sorted! :)

    s1.jpg s2.jpg
     
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    Which raises the REAL question - who will be the West Coast santa handing out the goodies ?
     
    Fred Kerr, Nov 18, 2017
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    Not sure where he gets the info from but UKsteam.info is now also showing these up as being hauled by either 45690/45699.

    Thing is in light of the very close relationship between Leander and WCRC is it any different to their using an owned locomotive?
     
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    I understand that the loading for these trains will be 12 so I would guess that whatever is on the front, there will most likely be a heating unit on the back....
     
    RalphW, Nov 25, 2017
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    The one with the biggest nose droplet..........
     
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    It appears the the 8F is now available for Sunday..........
     
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    That was the loco I was told weeks ago to be the Santa man so we will no doubt see come Sunday !
     
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    I don't mind what the loco is as long as its not 'trimmed up' & has a silly head board.
     
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    I reckon that's what it could be, and that's why I have opted against going out for it. At the end of the day it's for children and families.
     
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    I'm sure your absence from the lineside won't be missed.
     
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    Pointless post of the week! :rolleyes:
     
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    I think that accolade belongs to yours but never mind sweetheart. :p
     
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    Actually no it is not just for children and families. Half of the train is Christmas Dining so a fair few adults and amongst them some enthusiast out for a Christmas Lunch that encompasses their hobby into the bargain. But if it is made up to look like a Christmas Train, who can argue. All on board are there for Christmas Spirit.
     
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    WC maroon 47 + 13 maroons + 8F passed Bolton-le-Sands Railcam en route Lancaster.
     
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    Footage of 48151 near Low Bentham and Langho .

     
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    48151 is one of the most sure footed of the WC stable. On a day of excellent weather and with a load she has taken on the Dalesman, why the need to the assistance on this undemanding route? Is it that she is not "right" yet?
     
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