Pleasant Valley Saturday

Posted in Railways on 13th August 2005

A slightly late start, and into one of those days where things just seem to go wrong. Firstly, the ticket office issued my CDR to Rhymney for tomorrow, which gave me all kinds of awkward moments throughout the day. Next, I ended up with sugar in my coffee and an...

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Fat Man On A Train

Posted in Railways on 8th August 2005

I've had strange and turbulent long weekend. Once again booked the leave at quite short notice and found myself desperately trying to find cheap tickets to get away. Having settled on a separate trip on Friday and Monday rather than a weekend break, I looked forward to getting away during...

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The Edinburgh Flyer

Posted in Railways on 31st July 2005

Feeling very sleepy after a long but entertaining weekend. Straight from work on Friday to Bristol. Checked in at the Holiday Inn and wandered into town. Fish and chips at Pellegrinos then a pint or two at the Old Fish Market, before retiring early to prepare for Saturday's early start. ...

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