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  1. Mick45305 liked Oswald T Wistle's post in the thread Saphos: Blue Peter to Carlisle - 12/02/26; Sir Nigel Gresley - 11/03/26; Britannia - 8/04/26.

    I didn't know if I should write my usual report as much has already been said, but here is my take on the sadly truncated steam section (and it kept me out of mischief). The Cumbrian Mountaineer 08 April 2026 with 70000 Britannia hauling 6 + POB...

    Apr 10, 2026 at 4:57 PM

  2. Mick45305 liked Keith Sergeant's post in the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2026.

    Britannia passing Brock, being rescued by 20096 + 20107 with a passing freight hauled by 88009 [ATTACH]

    _MG_3506-DeNoiseAI-low-light.jpg Apr 10, 2026 at 12:10 AM

  3. Mick45305 liked wcmlbls1846's post in the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2026.

    Here are two photos of 70000 being towed past Lancaster today. Note that the right hand connecting rod had been removed: https://andrewstransport.smugmug.com/Northwesttrains/North-west-trains-2026/i-XtRtdmr Andrew N

    Apr 10, 2026 at 12:10 AM

  4. Mick45305 liked AMP's post in the thread 34028 and going Main Line.

    The full list for 34028 for the coming few months 15APR – SUSSEX BELLE - VICTORIA TO EASTBOURNE 18APR – GREAT BRITAIN XVIII – PADDINGTON TO PENZANCE 19APR – GREAT BRITAIN XVIII – PENZANCE TO CHESTER 25APR – GREAT BRITAIN XVIII – YORK TO EUSTON...

    Apr 9, 2026 at 7:37 PM

  5. Mick45305 liked Steam Valley Productions's post in the thread Llangollen Railway branch line gala: April 10-12 2026.

    4555 On Photo Charter Duties on Tuesday looking the part on 2 Subs in gorgeous Spring sunshine that felt like summer during the afternoon. [MEDIA] Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

    Apr 9, 2026 at 7:36 PM

  6. Mick45305 liked Spamcan81's post in the thread Saphos: Blue Peter to Carlisle - 12/02/26; Sir Nigel Gresley - 11/03/26; Britannia - 8/04/26.

    70000 storming through Lancaster yesterday. Sadly the forecast sunny day didn’t materialise until well after she passed and in spite of audibly working hard, there was no sign of that effort at the chimney. On a brighter note, the pub on P3 was...

    Apr 9, 2026 at 7:24 PM

  7. Mick45305 liked Big Al's post in the thread Saphos: Blue Peter to Carlisle - 12/02/26; Sir Nigel Gresley - 11/03/26; Britannia - 8/04/26.

    We all know what went wrong but I think it's worth noting that everything was definitely going very much 'right' from the outset and clearly the crew of Chris Page and Jack Gresty were planning on putting on a great show. Leaving Crewe with 8 on...

    Apr 9, 2026 at 7:23 PM

  8. Mick45305 liked Britfoamer's post in the thread Saphos: Blue Peter to Carlisle - 12/02/26; Sir Nigel Gresley - 11/03/26; Britannia - 8/04/26.

    Hammering through Leyland earlier in the day, whistle still doesn't sound right for a Brit, somewhat strangulated! [ATTACH]

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  9. Mick45305 liked jsm8b's post in the thread Saphos: Blue Peter to Carlisle - 12/02/26; Sir Nigel Gresley - 11/03/26; Britannia - 8/04/26.

    Before the problems developed. 70000 at Moore Lane. Warming air meant a thin exhaust, the once clear embankment towards the far bridge is quickly disappearing behind the re-growing trees. [ATTACH]

    _26Z2114 70000 Moore Lane 080426.jpg Apr 9, 2026 at 7:22 PM

  10. Mick45305 liked Bodorganboy's post in the thread Saphos: Blue Peter to Carlisle - 12/02/26; Sir Nigel Gresley - 11/03/26; Britannia - 8/04/26.

    8th April 2026 70000 Britannia Cumbrian Mountaineer 70000 on the ill fated Cumbrian Mountaineer

    Apr 9, 2026 at 7:21 PM

  11. Mick45305 liked frazoulaswak's post in the thread Saphos: Blue Peter to Carlisle - 12/02/26; Sir Nigel Gresley - 11/03/26; Britannia - 8/04/26.

    With no sign of being eased because of the preceding Liverpool stopping service, BR Standard Class 7MT 4-6-2 No. 70000 Britannia approaches Hartford station with Saphos Trains' The Cumbrian Mountaineer charter on Wednesday 8th April 2026....

    EOS 5D Mark IV_260408_8246.jpg Apr 9, 2026 at 7:18 PM

  12. Mick45305 liked Wozzy18's post in the thread Sandringham New Build.

    This morning (Tuesday 7th April) the complete smokebox with the door assembly and chimney was hoisted back onto the chassis ready for the Open Day. Not only that, but the fully finished plain axles (those for the intermediate and rear driving...

    Smokebox back in position 070426.jpeg Plain axles 070426.jpeg IMG20260406193007.jpg IMG20260406201432.jpg Apr 7, 2026 at 5:39 PM

  13. Mick45305 liked 2857Harry's post in the thread 60019 Bittern.

    If my sources are correct which I’d say they are 80% reliable - 46100 and 34046 fall in to the “very well worn out” catergory. 45231 resided in the workshop in Crewe in October with minor bits removed (I had seen a photo of that), with the King...

    Apr 6, 2026 at 10:41 PM

  14. Mick45305 liked acorb's post in the thread The 10A Allocation.

    Because Harry, as enthusiasts we give a damn. A number of people on here (myself included) have stated we have not booked a West Coast operated trip for a number of years. The reasons to any enthusiast are obvious. No one is denying that we had...

    Apr 6, 2026 at 10:40 PM

  15. Mick45305 liked Flying Phil's post in the thread 34039 Boscastle WC class.

    There is good news that the six main forgings for the inner valve gear components (To replace those stolen in 2022) have now been completed, with the relevant certification. They are due for a final inspection before despatch to Daniela Works.

    Apr 6, 2026 at 12:45 PM
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