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Gladiator 5076 replied to the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
Well they would have to say that they are working to repair or replace as they have a legal obligation to keep the path open and usable.
May 22, 2026 at 5:33 PM -
Hermod replied to the thread P2 Locomotive Company and related matters.
The P2s were not born under lucky stars. They were all rebuilt during WW2 and two teams of full scale live steam builders dream of new and better versions these days . A two cylinder version with long connecting rods and a safety mechanism...
May 22, 2026 at 5:32 PM -
Sheff replied to the thread FR & WHR & WHHR News.
Confirmed that Kalahari has completed her first full line passenger run today. Looking forward to sampling this fine looking machine in action.
May 22, 2026 at 5:31 PM -
Miff liked Fireline's post in the thread Kent & East Sussex Railway.
It's a bit early for Santa, but.... 4270 was spotted on the move today. Was being moved by the unit that took the 4-SUB car back to Margate.
May 22, 2026 at 5:31 PM -
Kirk Oswald replied to the thread North Yorkshire Moors Railway General Discussion.
As per my post a couple of days ago I contacted North Yorkshire County Council asking if a temporary footbridge could be installed to maintain access to Grosmont MPD, the Rail Trail and both church and coffee shop. I've now received a response...
May 22, 2026 at 5:30 PM -
John Petley liked Kingscross's post in the thread Rother Valley Railway.
Pop out to Paraguay and recquisition this one, nothing a bit of Duct tape and a gas axe won't fix: Steam Locomotive Information
May 22, 2026 at 5:29 PM -
alts1985 liked Johnb's post in the thread 35028 + British Pullman 2026.
My pictures from yesterday. The outward run approaching St Mary Cray and the return making light work of Hildenborough Bank passing Philpots Lane Bridge [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
May 22, 2026 at 5:28 PM
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Sheff replied to the thread RTC 2026.
Cumbrian Coast Express 27th May. Map shows normal loop around the coast, but itinerary is elec to Carnforth , steam to Ravenglass and back, then elec back to Euston. So coastal route still severed? https://www.railwaytouring.net/cce-27-06-26
May 22, 2026 at 5:27 PM -
Kirk Oswald replied to the thread Northern Belle 2026.
I don't disagree with what you say about corporate, Sunday lunch or Belmond users. I've aleady said that in terms of doing what they aim for they successfully hit that brand of target audience. However my point about the decline in enthusiast...
May 22, 2026 at 5:18 PM -
bluetrain liked LMarsh1987's post in the thread S160 video compilation.
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May 22, 2026 at 5:15 PM -
Sheff liked Jamessquared's post in the thread V2 4771 Green Arrow to return?.
Isn’t there a question of reversibility? That is, hypothetically you could remove the existing cylinder block and preserve it; and replace with a new set of cylinders (of any construction method, it wouldn’t matter visually); but doing so...
May 22, 2026 at 5:03 PM -
Gladiator 5076 replied to the thread Northern Belle 2026.
Well around 300 arrived here on Swanage on a virtually full train on Wednesday, an extra standard coach has been added to the ACE tomorrow, and is still fully booked, the Royal Duchy next weekend has only 3 seats left (in dining) according to the...
May 22, 2026 at 4:51 PM
