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  1. Swan Age
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    35028 Clan Line

    I'll have to keep a lookout for SA Smith Low loader passing through Pinhoe next week then. Thanks for the heads up.
    Post by: Swan Age, Mar 16, 2024 in forum: Steam Traction
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    Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters

    I partly agree. Although overhauling 850 gives the MHR a USP with the Lord Nelson which can be hired out for galas ect. There will likely be two...
    Post by: Swan Age, Mar 12, 2024 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters

    499`s wheelsets are now in Ropley yard, so a rewheeling this summer or Autumn is possible. Front bogie is all but complete and the copper firebox...
    Post by: Swan Age, Mar 10, 2024 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters

    Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year to you Dave and all those involved with the troublesome trucks at Medstead. Thanks for the regular...
    Post by: Swan Age, Dec 24, 2023 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    Bluebell Motive Power

    Yes one of the shareholders in 80064 is a member of my local model railway club here in Exeter. He has previously volunteered at the South Devon...
    Post by: Swan Age, Dec 2, 2023 in forum: Steam Traction
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    S&D Railway Trust

    I would think the boiler will be contracted out elsewhere. SLL enquired about the boiler of 34058 being overhauled at Ropley, but I believe...
    Post by: Swan Age, Nov 17, 2023 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    S&D Railway Trust

    Wasn't it originally envisaged that 35005 was going to be a predominately mainline engine again when the project was first set in motion. I seem...
    Post by: Swan Age, Nov 13, 2023 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    Bulleid Pacifics - Past or Present

    Yes I'd heard that as well. 34043 "Combe Martin" was similarly a poor performer on the S&D.
    Post by: Swan Age, Sep 9, 2023 in forum: Steam Traction
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    Bulleid Pacifics - Past or Present

    The WLHRT accounts state quite clearly that they own a 26.6% share in 34105, so your understanding of about a quarter ownership is correct Martin....
    Post by: Swan Age, Sep 8, 2023 in forum: Steam Traction
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    Bulleid Pacifics - Past or Present

    A few weeks ago someone posted a photo on Facebook of 34105 in happier times working on the MHR. The question of ownership came up in the...
    Post by: Swan Age, Sep 8, 2023 in forum: Steam Traction
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    Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters

    In a recent issue of Mid Hants News, board member Peter Smith mentions that the intention is that the railway intends to outshop a loco per year...
    Post by: Swan Age, Jul 6, 2023 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters

    I agree wholeheartedly. The boards must be very careful to select the right calibre of candidate for CEO. I know some would argue that experience...
    Post by: Swan Age, Mar 25, 2023 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters

    I see that the recently appointed CEO of the Watercress Line, Amanda Squires is now stepping down from the role due to personal reasons indicated...
    Post by: Swan Age, Mar 24, 2023 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    Watercress Line Spring Steam Gala: 29th April-1st May 2023.

    Pricing seems a bit on the high side for a single visiting engine gala and a much reduced home fleet this year, especially the on the day price....
    Post by: Swan Age, Mar 21, 2023 in forum: Galas and Events
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    Spa Valley Railway - Latest News

    It's just a shame that with the two boards of the MHR ltd and Watercress Line Heritage Railway Trust, comprising of 15 directors between them,...
    Post by: Swan Age, Feb 28, 2023 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters

    I agree, I hope they get through these current difficult times, but they really need to up their game on the website. It maybe a great tool for...
    Post by: Swan Age, Feb 18, 2023 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters

    It's possible that the 7F and Schools are in the wheel drop shed. 2999 has returned to Didcot. 75079 is in the main shed undergoing restoration....
    Post by: Swan Age, Feb 18, 2023 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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    Bulleid Pacifics - Past or Present

    And a large whad of cash. I think WLHRT members would take a very dim view of such a large giveaway, without something back in return. The total...
    Post by: Swan Age, Feb 17, 2023 in forum: Steam Traction
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    Bulleid Pacifics - Past or Present

    As I understand it 34058 is being put into the custodianship of SLL. They will restore the loco which comes with over 90% of parts to complete the...
    Post by: Swan Age, Feb 17, 2023 in forum: Steam Traction
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    Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters

    Thanks for the explanation and I take onboard the reasons and justification for moving over to the new website system . I'd agree with the last...
    Post by: Swan Age, Feb 5, 2023 in forum: Heritage Railways & Centres in the UK
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