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Small steam engine Avon Valley rly

Discussion in 'Steam Traction' started by MAPLE CHRIS, May 19, 2013.

  1. MAPLE CHRIS

    MAPLE CHRIS Member

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    Does anybody know what the latest arrival at Bitton is looks to have a half cab and how long is it going to be at the railway.
     
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  2. Corbs

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    Hey Chris,

    The engine is a Kerr Stuart well tank known as 'Willy', it's recently been restored by The Flour Mill workshops in the Forest of Dean to use as a yard shunter/hire loco. It was delivered for the Family Fun Weekend, but I'm not sure how long it's going to stay.

    Here's some more info:
    http://theflourmill.com/locomotives_wtwt.html

    and here is a video featuring the loco at work:

     
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  3. Miff

    Miff Part of the furniture Friend

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    I wish the Flour Mill would take off that silly headboard. The joke is wearing thin.
     
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  4. MAPLE CHRIS

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    Thanks for the info nice to see engines like this being restored
     
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