The South Devon Railway Thread

I mean historically it may have been but if that was the case, knowing one of the lead Engineers for DMLL I think they would have been reluctant to commit 3850 to the SDR back in May or whenever the agreement was made when 3850 had yet to turn a wheel, so they probably would have recommended they make arrangements for another Toddington based loco

 

I did one of these with 6412 in April and thoroughly enjoyed it, great addition to the South Devon's calendar this year. Hoping to do the last diesel one in October too. Would definitely recommend the remaining dates (details here https://www.southdevonrailway.co.uk/freight-train-experience/) if anyone is keen.

 

The SDR diesel gala.

From Facebook:
''Service update:
Unfortunately Class 25 7535 has failed. The train plan for today now is:
Next departure:
From Buckfastleigh - 1310 - Set M with 25262 (plus 60029 to Staverton).
From Totnes - 1315 - Set W with 33002 (plus 60029 from Staverton.
33002 will stay with Set W, 25262 will stay with Set M. The Class 60 will work its booked trains.
Next 04 working: 1354 Totnes - Staverton. Then the final round trip with both 04s will operate as planned.
Apologies for the inconvenience!..

 

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What's the latest with the SDR loco fleet?

I have just watched a video on YouTube from earlier this month that showed 6430+Glendower+5786 being shunted around the yard. I saw another of 3205 still on display. 6412 must be awaiting overhaul too. Is it only 1420 under overhaul at the current time?