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Cathedrals Ex. Newington-Bristol 44871 & 45407 Dec 16 2014

Discussion in 'What's Going On' started by royals pete, Dec 15, 2014.

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  1. royals pete

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    Starting a thread for this interesting jaunt with many hours behind double headed Black 5's. They're earning their keep and it seems the diesel last leg takes a lot longer than the morning outward behind the Black 5's. Assume pathing ?? Should be a bright crisp morning for photos.
     
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    Can't see any LE paths in RTT, box on back all day?
     
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    ECS seems to be already down there :

    http://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/train/U63447/2014/12/15/advanced

    having taken over 5 hrs to get there from Southall (and done a tour of Kent).

    Gives an idea of the lengthy and complex moves for this type of railtour starting in outlying parts,also very demanding of support crew.
     
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  4. KentYeti

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    Yes, presumably these days support crews are also all endurance athletes in full training?
     
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    Your Christmas quiz. Who is this NP member straying away from normal territory?

    [​IMG]481A0445
     
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    Well, first off, OMG, I think around 2 - 3 mm of his left trouser leg have gone over the edge of the yellow line. :eek:

    ;)

    As to who it is............ Hmmmmm......
     
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    Straight into the low sun at Clapham High Street. Very brief stop so not many picked up there I fancy.

    https://flic.kr/p/q9qs1u
     
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    southyorkshireman Resident of Nat Pres

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    On time Bristol 5s did grand job. No diesel and standard roasting from steam heat. Assured they're not turning the train. Will see on way back.
     
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    My video of the train at West Drayton and then just past Newbury, looked superb in the sunshine:
     
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    [​IMG]Christmas Fives by 5944, on Flickr

    Passing Crofton pumping station (and a gallery of about 30 photographers!) this afternoon.
     
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    Oh nice one! :(

    At least you got my best side lol! :rolleyes:

    It was really nice to meet you today, albeit briefly! :)

    Anyway, here's a few shots of mine.

    Two Fives Flying Along

    And in this video from my mate, you can see the Druid, and a Bakabung undertaking the dastardly deed!

     
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  13. KentYeti

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    Duty Druid?

    LOL!
     
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    Wonderful shot, thanks for posting it.
     
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    Theale

     
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    Never thought I'd say this: can someone turn the heating off?!
     
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    Some passengers do nothing but moan, open the windows, let a bit of fresh air and cinders in....
     
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    Correct!
     
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    Seen here at Newbury:

    44871_45407_161214f.jpg
     
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