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  1. free2grice replied to the thread Severn Valley Autumn Steam Gala - 17 to 20 Sept.

    I was really impressed with the 17 wagon GWR goods train yesterday, hauled by a typical GWR steam loco. What a wonderful sight. I heard a few comments about the guard's van at each end but we all know why that is. I also heard others mention how...

    Sep 18, 2026 at 4:09 PM

  2. free2grice replied to the thread WSR Autumn Steam Gala: 25th - 27th September 2026.

    [IMG] Good to read about the latest gala guest. <BJ> ''A surprise late addition to the weekend is No.2315 ‘Lady Ingrid’, fresh from work at Williton. This plucky 0-4-0 saddle tank may be small, but she has enjoyed a fascinating preservation...

    Sep 18, 2026 at 4:06 PM

  3. free2grice replied to the thread Flying Scotsman Main Line Railtours Autumn 2026.

    Most people turn to drink after a visit to Bristol ;). [BJ]

    Sep 18, 2026 at 2:44 PM

  4. free2grice replied to the thread Flying Scotsman Main Line Railtours Autumn 2026.

    Well, the train has old out so I guess the punters are happy. [BJ]

    Sep 18, 2026 at 1:36 PM

  5. free2grice replied to the thread Flying Scotsman Main Line Railtours Autumn 2026.

    Timings for Flying Scotsman's railtour to the WSR on Saturday, 19th. Note the light engine movement at Bristol TM. <BJ> Bristol and Minehead - Fox & Edwards : Vintage Trains 5Z40 0624 Tyseley Steam Trust to Stourbridge Junction...

    Sep 18, 2026 at 8:26 AM

  6. free2grice liked 5098's post in the thread Flying Scotsman Main Line Railtours Autumn 2026.

    Welcome back! 60103 runs alongside the Derwent with its first railtour for several years, from York to Scarborough this afternoon. [ATTACH] https://richardstevens.smugmug.com/

    upload_2026-9-16_16-37-32.jpeg Sep 16, 2026 at 9:29 PM

  7. free2grice liked Ben Jenden's post in the thread WSR Autumn Steam Gala: 25th - 27th September 2026.

    WSR Gala timetables now available - no 4th guest https://www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/uploads/wsr_asg_2026_friday_ptt_v11.pdf https://www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/uploads/wsr_asg_2026_saturday_ptt_v11.pdf...

    Sep 16, 2026 at 5:46 PM

  8. free2grice replied to the thread RTC 2026.

    34028 Eddystone t 'n t with 47.746 (allocated). 20 late departing Woking. <BJ>

    Sep 16, 2026 at 10:45 AM

  9. free2grice replied to the thread WSR Autumn Steam Gala: 25th - 27th September 2026.

    The Duke returns to Southall on the Saturday, the day after the final day of the railtour. [BJ]

    Sep 15, 2026 at 7:52 PM

  10. free2grice liked AnthonyTrains2017's post in the thread WSR Autumn Steam Gala: 25th - 27th September 2026.

    I wholeheartedly apologise if my post was badly worded and sounded like a moan. Wasnt intentional.

    Sep 15, 2026 at 5:23 PM

  11. free2grice liked Barrie Childs's post in the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2026.

    DoG heading west to work the Penzance job the following week? https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:U03739/2026-09-15/detailed '57' returns to Southall the following day.

    Sep 14, 2026 at 8:27 AM

  12. free2grice replied to the thread WSR Autumn Steam Gala: 25th - 27th September 2026.

    If you consider the comments made regarding WSR galas since you started with the planning team, may I suggest that you ignore the 1% of negative comments and think of the 99% of positive comments. Over the years, WSR galas have been among the...

    Sep 13, 2026 at 9:59 PM

  13. free2grice liked JBTEvans's post in the thread WSR Autumn Steam Gala: 25th - 27th September 2026.

    The WSR is the WSR though. The gala will be great fun, as it is every time down there.

    Sep 12, 2026 at 11:42 PM

  14. free2grice replied to the thread WSR Autumn Steam Gala: 25th - 27th September 2026.

    In terms of securing a final visitor, the Gloucester Warwick were in the same situation in May for their steam gala. By the skin of their teeth the railway managed to secure Black '5' 45110. The gala was superb. If I were you I would wait until...

    Sep 12, 2026 at 9:00 PM

  15. free2grice liked OldSchoolTrains2's post in the thread Swanage Autumn Steam Gala 11-13 September.

    Really, really enjoyed this gala yesterday. Had been very 50/50 on going as I've had plenty of time with the home fleet and I wasn't that fussed about Tornado for the potentially sacrilegious reason that I'd started thinking big LNER locos on...

    Sep 12, 2026 at 10:38 AM
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