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4965 - THE VALENTINE EXPRESS - 12/02/12

Discussion in 'What's Going On' started by david1984, Feb 12, 2012.

  1. david1984

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    Anyone out for Rood Ashton later today ?.
     
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    maybe . somewhat dull though
     
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    I'm cycling to a bridge 5 minutes away but not much effort for today due to the weather and a backlog of work.
     
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    dead on time into Leicester, looking fine
     
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    It looks like Vintage trains is getting off to a great start this year. Last year there were 6 carriages, this year 7 carriages.
     
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    4965 on fine form again. Seen at Daw Mill and Portway

    [youtube]yijo3DUiiqc[/youtube]
     
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    Is that Coventry Road Martin ?
     
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    I had hoped to nip into Tyseley for a few shots of the preps but ran out of time. I simply went to Small Heath and captured a shot as 4965 came through heading towards Bordesley Junction.

    I noted Alastair Meanley, presumably firing, on the footplate with his father, Bob Meanley, leaning out of the drivers side taking photos. I didn't spot who was driving though. Can anybody advise?

    Clive Hanley Photography | 11th/12th February 2012. 3 on the Mainline | Class 86 no E3137 (as 86259) Les Ross powers through Leyland Station at 100mph.
    (edit - I don't understand why my link has picked up all this text. It appears to work though!)
     
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    Cracking couple of shots Clive. Many Thanks!
     
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    Clive, The Driver was Jim Clarke. I think all involved would agree what a fine job he did.
    A
     
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    We sold every dining seat we could accommodate. A very good start to the year.

    Look for more dining trains later on in the year!
     
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