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Kje7812 liked Steve's post in the thread West Somerset Railway General Discussion.
A largely volunteer organisation is much more likely to cover its costs than one employing a large number of staff.
Jun 2, 2026 at 10:40 PM -
Jamessquared replied to the thread Remaining Ex Barry locomotives?.
Bradley gives the following notes on comparative trials between 446 (compound) and 448 (simple) on Waterloo - Salisbury expresses, which took place in early 1888: 446 (compound) Coal consumption: 32.7lb / mile Water evaporated per train-mile:...
Jun 2, 2026 at 10:29 PM -
Bayard replied to the thread West Somerset Railway General Discussion.
As far as I can see, it's an "oh dear" story because once again, the WSR appears to be saying " We need money to keep our railway going, give us lots". Once again, there is almost no indication what the money is going to be spent on and once...
Jun 2, 2026 at 10:26 PM -
Bayard replied to the thread West Somerset Railway General Discussion.
What fresh hell is this?
Jun 2, 2026 at 10:13 PM -
Steve liked Jamessquared's post in the thread Swanage Railway General Discussion.
Ah, the convertible 4MT sub class :) Tom
Jun 2, 2026 at 10:10 PM -
Julian Jones liked 2857Harry's post in the thread SVR Loco Newsy News / discussions.
4150 has been steamed today for first time in Pres. Boiler inspector visiting tomorrow
Jun 2, 2026 at 10:01 PM -
Devonbelle liked Kingscross's post in the thread Avon Valley Railway Updates and Videos.
It's not really beside the point. Yes, there are risks involved - principally that it would encourage copycat activity. However, I live in Bedminster South Bristol, home to 'Upfest', Europe's largest festival of street art. Every May, new murals...
Jun 2, 2026 at 9:55 PM
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Devonbelle liked Kingscross's post in the thread Avon Valley Railway Updates and Videos.
The railway got a lucrative filming contract out of this and the carriage will be restored.
Jun 2, 2026 at 9:55 PM -
ax1709cjm liked Andy B's post in the thread 76077.
Another month has flown by with some more progress. Work has continued at LMS on the cylinder cladding, made some years ago we decided it needed some tweaking for a better fit. The two new sand boxes have had the sand traps fitted up and soon we...
Jun 2, 2026 at 9:54 PM
