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  1. acorb antwortete auf das Thema Jacobite 2026.

    Some of these bookings could have been made up to 12 months ago and are probably relating to business agreements going back many years. This is guaranteed income and worth looking after and protecting - good business sense from West Coast.

    2 Juni 2026 um 18:42

  2. acorb gefällt NathanPs Beitrag in dem Thema Jacobite 2026.

    A few photos and posts from the various tour groups about the first service are on Facebook, with interior photos of happy smiling passengers. Here's the one from Highland Explorer Tours as an example.

    Screenshot 2026-06-02 102202.png 2 Juni 2026 um 11:00

  3. acorb antwortete auf das Thema Jacobite 2026.

    Unfortunately I think there remains a gap between what Carnforth PR says and the reality of operations on the ground. The facts remain that West Coast own the paths out of Fort William, they remain (uniquely) resourced to operate the Jacobite....

    2 Juni 2026 um 09:49

  4. acorb antwortete auf das Thema Jacobite 2026.

    The only barrier to them operating was West Coast themselves, who declared the operation uneconomic. There has never been any reason the Jacobite couldn't run if a compliant method could be found, that happened last year and has now happened...

    2 Juni 2026 um 07:26

  5. acorb gefällt 2857Harrys Beitrag in dem Thema Jacobite 2026.

    I think the fact that WC have fitted more early MK2 stock with CDL and sent a full rake to Scotland shows great progress and a clear intention. I also think that it’s a good train to send as it’s air only so works well with the 5s. I’m glad to...

    2 Juni 2026 um 07:18

  6. acorb gefällt Scrats Beitrag in dem Thema Remaining Ex Barry locomotives?.

    In reality, is any steam engine great to work on, I don’t think it is confined to just GWR locos, lol… Removing the inside valve and piston from a Bulleid pacific whilst cramped under a smokebox takes some beating when it comes to crap jobs on...

    1 Juni 2026 um 22:44

  7. acorb gefällt 2857Harrys Beitrag in dem Thema SVR Loco Newsy News / discussions.

    4150 has been steamed today for first time in Pres. Boiler inspector visiting tomorrow

    1 Juni 2026 um 19:44

  8. acorb gefällt LittleRedTrains Beitrag in dem Thema Vintage Trains 2026.

    From a passenger POV, another excellent tour by Vintage Trains. With the hot weather, it was never going to be one for the pure steam enthusiast, and we did get shoved around a lot from the back to avoid setting fire to half of Somerset....

    1 Juni 2026 um 07:20

  9. acorb gefällt Chailey Stowes Beitrag in dem Thema Vintage Trains 2026.

    My footage from yesterdays tour to the West Somerset if anyone is interested ☺️ [MEDIA]

    1 Juni 2026 um 07:19
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