Johnme101's Recent Activity
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Johnme101 liked M59137's post in the thread North Norfolk Railway General Discussion.
At least three individuals that could be considered as "they" read this thread, but I don't think it's too rude to suggest that this forum isn't the primary source for the railway's motive power assessment! Having said that, there's no problem...
Jun 26, 2026 at 5:50 PM -
Johnme101 liked M59137's post in the thread Mid Suffolk Light Railway.
Made my first visit last Sunday for a day with the railbus, having never managed to reach the inclination to visit before with the all-steam offering. The heat certainly made the Middy Bar an essential part of the day! Very friendly volunteers...
Jun 26, 2026 at 5:49 PM -
Johnme101 liked silversteellady's post in the thread KWVLR Diesel Gala 18 - 21 June 2026.
Oooo yes I've been meaning to post some of my snaps from the gala too :eek:, here they are :) Featuring Griff the dog in the cab of 47715 :D [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Jun 26, 2026 at 10:36 AM
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Johnme101 liked 32110's post in the thread 80064 Overhaul at ESR.
Yesterday the cab roof, bunker and tanks were removed. Frames were then lifted onto modified trollies and pushed back into the workshop. Photos on Facebook here: East Somerset Railway Workshop and Running Shed News | Facebook
Jun 26, 2026 at 10:35 AM -
Johnme101 liked gios's post in the thread 82045 The way ahead?.
June Update now live: http://www.82045.org.uk/news/82045_news-jun26.html
Jun 25, 2026 at 5:18 PM -
Johnme101 liked Flying Phil's post in the thread Windcutter Wagons.
Another first for the Windcutters! [ATTACH] This wagon went up to Leeds to have its wheel tyres "turned" to a correct profile. When it was unloaded I was told that it was actually shunted briefly onto NR rails so the first time a 16Ton Mineral...
Jun 25, 2026 at 9:48 AM
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Johnme101 liked Britfoamer's post in the thread KWVLR Diesel Gala 18 - 21 June 2026.
Can't find another thread so I am creating one. Went on the last day, Sunday, spent the time in Oxenhope woods. A few shots from the day:[ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Jun 25, 2026 at 9:48 AM
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Johnme101 liked 32110's post in the thread Bluebell Railway General Discussion.
Waiting to rejoin the Bluebell fleet. [ATTACH]
Jun 25, 2026 at 9:47 AM
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Johnme101 liked green five's post in the thread Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters.
Update today for the diesel Gala from the website: Latest Visitors Announcement (24/06/2026): Stealing the spotlight is a true headline maker: Class 60 no. 60099 Ben More Assynt, making history as the first Class 60 ever to operate at The...
Jun 25, 2026 at 9:47 AM -
Johnme101 liked ykin01's post in the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
Just seen 31466 depart Grosmont on the webcam with a 3-coach train that included 2 teak coaches!
Jun 24, 2026 at 6:11 PM -
Johnme101 liked Flying Phil's post in the thread 34039 Boscastle WC class.
One of the jobs that has taken a lot of time and effort has been the front tender brakeshaft. This is similar to the rear one seen in post #351. The brass bearings were worn and so new ones would need to be made, this highlighted that the shaft...
Jun 23, 2026 at 6:33 PM
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Johnme101 liked Johann Marsbar's post in the thread Bridge that Gap: Great Central Railway News.
This has appeared on YouTube today..... [MEDIA]
Jun 23, 2026 at 6:31 PM -
Johnme101 liked TH Railway Videos's post in the thread 6024 King Edward 1.
Hopefully the cab doors have been painted too! [ATTACH]
Jun 23, 2026 at 11:06 AM
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Johnme101 liked JBTEvans's post in the thread SVR General Discussion.
Yesterday I visited the SVR with my dad for Father's Day arriving at KR just before the first train departed behind 13268. We ate breakfast in the Station Tea Room, and then caught the second train out of KR with the class 20 up to Bridgnorth...
Jun 22, 2026 at 6:23 PM
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Johnme101 liked James McLeish's post in the thread Doncaster Works open day June 2026.
Some footage covering the event and the various locomotives on display. Was a great day overall, and was certainly a nice surprise to have Caroline offering rides throughout the day. [MEDIA]
Jun 22, 2026 at 10:59 AM
