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free2grice liked 2857Harry's post in the thread Severn Valley Autumn Steam Gala - 17 to 20 Sept.
Loco directions in the attached image.
Sep 19, 2026 at 2:16 PM
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free2grice replied to the thread Flying Scotsman Main Line Railtours Autumn 2026.
Soon after leaving Bristol, Flying Scotsman flew through Flax Bourton at speed, the 37 just ticking over. The tour stopped briefly at Bishops Lydeard before continuing on to Minehead. A few spins from the driving wheels, not surprising hauling 11...
Sep 19, 2026 at 1:44 PM -
free2grice liked acorb's post in the thread Flying Scotsman Main Line Railtours Autumn 2026.
Absolutely flew through Kidderminster this morning, really was some sight. Station was packed, even at 7am - the draw of this engine never ceases to amaze me. There were loads of youngsters too, all thrilled by the sight of a mainline steam loco...
Sep 19, 2026 at 1:00 PM -
free2grice replied to the thread Flying Scotsman Main Line Railtours Autumn 2026.
Rodent damage to signalling cables at Wadborough between Cheltenham & Worcester. I kid thee not. <BJ> Incident: Gloucester | National Rail
Sep 19, 2026 at 8:58 AM -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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/
Sep 16, 2026 at 9:29 PM
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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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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
