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neildimmer replied to the thread Collett GWR King and Castle class locomotives.
I have added some new photos to the collection of Collett's King Class This collection features 6006-6012 (Built 1928) 6011 King James I in the snow unknown shed Collett King Class...
May 22, 2024 at 11:26 AM -
ykin01 replied to the thread North Norfolk Railway General Discussion.
Unfortunately just posted on Facebook the Y14 No. 564 has been withdrawn early due to a failed boiler test. Y14 fails boiler test (mandgn.org)
May 22, 2024 at 11:13 AM -
Victor liked osprey's post in the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2024.
I think it would be a folly to not renew the contract with Riley. They have intimate knowledge of this loco as with their own Black 5's and have handled it's main line operation with dignity and respect.....
May 22, 2024 at 10:58 AM -
ruddingtonrsh56 replied to the thread Spa Valley Railway - Latest News.
Thank you, as ever, for your detailed and regular updates Jonny I appreciate you may not be in a position to answer this, but what is the situation with 828 - how long are you expecting her to stay at TWW beyond the end of the year?
May 22, 2024 at 10:57 AM -
free2grice liked Johnb's post in the thread Jacobite 2024.
I think that’s a gross underestimation of the logistics of operating the Jacobite. The full service needs 14 coaches plus a couple of spares, Ian Riley’s engines come with one part time driver (Ian Riley) and it needs three steam and at least two...
May 22, 2024 at 10:48 AM -
Big Al replied to the thread Jacobite 2024.
All true and to that you must add the additional on-train staff, who are probably local and need 'training' to meet the demands of handling a multinational group of people unfamiliar with UK train regulations. Whether WCRC has proved itself a...
May 22, 2024 at 10:37 AM -
DcB replied to the thread Swanage Railway General Discussion.
Sorry if I missed it elsewhere, who brought them?. Hopefully the funds raised will help the appeal fund.
May 22, 2024 at 10:36 AM -
flyingcow liked Fireline's post in the thread Kent & East Sussex Railway.
Whoa, hang on. Maunsell Man, rather than contacting the KESR to voice his opinions, decided to air it here instead. If he had contacted the railway, that might have been constructive. Here, it was little more than venting. He is entitled to his...
May 22, 2024 at 10:23 AM
