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Whistle in Preston

Discussion in 'What's Going On' started by Western Bulleid, Apr 3, 2011.

  1. Western Bulleid

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    Just heard, what sounded like a steam train whistle in Preston. Unable to see the West Coast Main Line from where I am but anybody have any ideas? Sounded like a whistle belonging to a BR Standard.
     
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    Nothing showing in UKSteam, loco movements or tours, for today.
     
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    Lorry brake squeal?
     
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  4. Anthony Coulls

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    Steam lorry, traction engine or roller? Used to hear Fred Dibnah out on an evening with his Aveling from where we lived at Bromley Cross.
     
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    How about from your local steam railway, in the docks?
     
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    Thah nivver towed us thar were a Bowton lad Anthony!

    Did yer laike that??
     
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  7. Anthony Coulls

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    I'm not I'm afraid Frank, but we lived there for a couple of years when I worked at MSIM that was.
     
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