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Johnme101 liked Rander's post in the thread 35025 Brocklebank Line.
Email has just gone out from MNLPS that sets out this is not their intention, though the boiler will be given high priority so that Clan Line can use it if necessary. I believe '25's boiler is in pretty good condition.
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Johnme101 liked Flying Phil's post in the thread 35025 Brocklebank Line.
There is news about 35025, as SLL shareholders are being asked to approve the transfer of Brocklebank Line to the Merchant Navy Locomotive Preservation Society (they own and run "Clan Line"). As 35025 had fallen behind both Sidmouth and Sir...
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Johnme101 liked Dan Hill's post in the thread Bulleid Pacifics - Past or Present.
In the Down Main section it says that negotiations with a main line operating company haven't begun yet for 34007, but the hope is that it'll be on the mainline by mid 2028, after spending 2027 running in on the MHR. The SLL feature says that...
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Johnme101 liked Dan Hill's post in the thread Bulleid Pacifics - Past or Present.
New issue of Steam Railway has arrived today and has seemingly answered my question and the plans for it going mainline. According to them, the loco will carry it's 1948 transitional livery of Malachite Green with the number s21C107 on it's...
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Johnme101 liked Matt78's post in the thread The Gwili Railway thread.
Like the vast majority of railways we have now resorted to diesel haulage. How long the locos will remain in the siding is anyone’s guess right now.
18. Kolovoz 2026. u 10:43
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Johnme101 liked SVR C&W's post in the thread SVR General Discussion.
Blimey. Thats gilding the lily . 16202 was good project to allow volunteers to take the lead with paid staff involvement kept to a minimum. We are currently working on LMS TK 2300 using the same approach. Volunteers leading the way with paid...
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Johnme101 liked Breva's post in the thread GWSR General Discussion and Operations.
The canopy is being lifted in at the moment: [ATTACH]
17. Kolovoz 2026. u 17:59
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Johnme101 liked Ben Jenden's post in the thread Severn Valley Autumn Steam Gala - 17 to 20 Sept.
From social media this morning
17. Kolovoz 2026. u 17:56
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Johnme101 liked steamingyorkshire's post in the thread 45212 goes mainline.
90733 and 5775 are currently being overhauled. The Jinty was extracted from Oxenhope earlier this year for assessment. The S160 is also been assessed.
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Johnme101 liked andy50027's post in the thread Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters.
A date has been set for the start of the covered accommodation in for the diesels in Ropley yard. This is being self funded by the loco owners so if you can, please donate. https://gofund.me/7ee01db91 Long term this will protect the locos...
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Johnme101 liked andy50027's post in the thread Ropley TMD. Our diesels need your help..
A date has been set for the start of the covered accommodation for the diesels in Ropley yard. This is being self funded by the loco owners so if you can, please donate. https://gofund.me/7ee01db91 Long term this will protect the locos...
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Johnme101 liked Andy B's post in the thread 76077.
Mini mid month update! The cylinder boring has begun! With a number of engines requiring cylinder boring LMS have acquired their own kit to carry out operations in house. The cylinders on a std 4 mogul start at 17.5 inches and with only 11 years...
15. Kolovoz 2026. u 10:40
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Johnme101 liked theonlyadsrulz's post in the thread Avon Valley Railway Updates and Videos.
The hope is for a period of use once running in is complete, though nothing concrete at present, filling in for currently out of service 6695. 'Grumpy' has been doing a good job of filling in for the short term, though is not ideal due to its...
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Johnme101 liked H Cloutt's post in the thread Rother Valley Railway.
Northbridge street level crossing nearly finished.
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Johnme101 liked Jamessquared's post in the thread Bluebell Railway General Discussion.
The latest issue of the Bluebell Times is now available. In this issue: Heatwave causes suspension of most steam services - but the Railway rises to the challenge Double celebration as the Railway receives a grant for more solar panels - and...
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