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  1. Jim Bob
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    What Ifs, and Locos that never were.

    The so called "Cathedral" class only ever reached the drawing board stage, either as a 4-6-2 or a 4-8-0. Whereas the Kings were already tried,...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Nov 17, 2016 in forum: Steam Traction
  3. Jim Bob
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    What Ifs, and Locos that never were.

    As yet another aside, I read an article in Heritage Railway magazine about F.W.Hawkesworth and, what he failed to pick up on, was that Swindon was...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Nov 16, 2016 in forum: Steam Traction
  4. Jim Bob
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    What Ifs, and Locos that never were.

    [ATTACH] And then, of course, there's always Norm Hodges version of a Cathedral!
    Post by: Jim Bob, Nov 5, 2016 in forum: Steam Traction
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    GWSR Broadway Developments

    No doubt the Railway's "Legal Beagles" are on to this, given that it is misleading information, although issued in good faith. Nevertheless, I...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Oct 11, 2016 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
  6. Jim Bob
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    GWSR Broadway Developments

    Chris also went on to say (and I paraphrase) that, if you are a UK taxpayer then, a donation, of no financial benefit to you, will bring an...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Oct 8, 2016 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    GWSR Broadway Developments

    Thank goodness for Breva, at least we will enjoy regular updates on Broadway whilst the usual bloggers appear to be on holiday (I thought they had...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Sep 18, 2016 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    GWSR Broadway Developments

    Post by: Jim Bob, Sep 18, 2016 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    GWSR - Cheltenham Spa and possible extensions

    p.s. In terms of coach rakes, it is anticipated that there will be three, each of 8 coaches. Broadway's platforms have been constructed to a...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Sep 8, 2016 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    GWSR - Cheltenham Spa and possible extensions

    As a GWSR member and volunteer, I have never heard any mention of the possibility of extending the line into Cheltenham itself. Certainly it was...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Sep 8, 2016 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
  11. Jim Bob
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    GWSR Broadway Developments

    Do I dare ask (because I have been told not to), why are the corners not in bullnose brick?
    Post by: Jim Bob, Aug 5, 2016 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
  12. Jim Bob
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    9642 0-6-0PT

    I haven't looked at this thread in ages! So, thanks for all the replies. Yes 9642 did last run on the GWSR, some years ago, before it was moved...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Nov 16, 2015 in forum: Steam Traction
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    GWSR - Cheltenham Spa and possible extensions

    In fact, the GWSR does already have two salaried persons on board: an Operations Director and a Marketing/Fund raising Person. This is ahead of...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Jun 22, 2012 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    GWSR - Cheltenham Spa and possible extensions

    In fact, I believe many do, as they are recognised as providing a valuable local amenity and tourist attraction, which, obviously benefits the...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Jun 21, 2012 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    GWSR - Cheltenham Spa and possible extensions

    As a GWSR supporter and volunteer - IMHO, it is definitely not in the Railway's interest to, even, consider "going into town", or anywhere near...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Jun 21, 2012 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    GWSR on a more positive note. Broadway platform looking great

    And the further "good news" is that the 2nd platform is now up to corbelling height for most of it's length. The problem now is that the platform...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Jun 21, 2012 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
  17. Jim Bob
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    GWSR to SELL BROADWAY GOODS SHED.

    Michael, as a relative "newbie" on this site, I will bow to your obvious knowledge! However, on many other "blog" sites that I use (not...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Mar 9, 2012 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
  18. Jim Bob
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    GWSR to SELL BROADWAY GOODS SHED.

    Sir Handel, et al., I am going to make a final post on this thread, because I feel it has drifted way "off topic" (moderator may agree!). So, for...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Mar 9, 2012 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    GWSR to SELL BROADWAY GOODS SHED.

    Sir Handel, thankyou for your query and comments! Yes, there were three sidings descending to road level, quite apart from the "loop" siding...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Mar 6, 2012 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    GWSR to SELL BROADWAY GOODS SHED.

    Total agreement!
    Post by: Jim Bob, Mar 6, 2012 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
  21. Jim Bob
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    GWSR to SELL BROADWAY GOODS SHED.

    Thanks, Michael for your comments. I think we're beginning to "off topic" with the last few threads! However, I would like the opportunity to...
    Post by: Jim Bob, Mar 5, 2012 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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