The engine was 6960. I had the great pleasure of riding the footplate on the engines next service, the 12:45 from MD to BL. The driver was Trevor...
Much of the enjoyment of a Gala for me is planning my journeys and deciding where to hop-on and hop-off the trains. Am I the only person who is...
Just into Peterborough. Many thanks to the guys at Railcam for repositioning their camera to give some really good video. Stef.
The WSR official website reports that a very limited number of footplate rides are available for the SSG. Each day one service from MD to BL and...
I've been thinking the same thing for a couple of weeks. It's quite a distraction when you're trying to enjoy the other activity around the...
......... but you know they will!
Thanks Robin. My source was Colin Howard, the Head of Commercial Services, so I imagine this is reliable information. However, I hope that it...
Unfortunately Brake Van rides will not be available for the SSG. I have this from a very good source. Stef.
@AnthonyTrains2017 Go onto the WSR website, click on FAQ's, then 'Plan Your Visit', then 'Freedom of the Line'. Tickets for 7 days consecutive...
Looks like Swanage station to me Anthony. I'm hoping that @Robin White can tell the story. Stef.
Sorry, wishful thinking. Probably confused myself as I've been finalising my plans for the West Somerset Spring Steam Gala this morning. Stef.
Good to see that all 5 Bulleids are rostered for each of the 4 days of the Gala. Those of us who can only attend one day have the opportunity to...
Swanage Railway have told me that advanced tickets for the Strictly Bulleid Gala should be available to purchase online from tomorrow (Monday 23rd...
The 4F was scheduled to double-head the 15:45 service from MD to BL with 1450, but it seems that there was a problem when the loco was on the...
I was hoping to travel on the Goods from BL on the Friday, but WSR tell me that they are not selling tickets ahead of the Gala. Guess it's a case...
Really sorry to hear this news. Your project has been the victim of these scumbags too many times. I'd like to make a contribution towards the...
Thanks for the update @baldbof. Somehow a 'like' doesn't seem appropriate. Hope the equipment is recovered. Stef.
Hi @baldbof, Being a canal enthusiast myself, your thread has become essential reading, certainly the best thing I've seen on the forum. We've had...
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