Fun with First Group
Posted in Railways on 3rd April 2006
A day off work, fine weather and a bit of an event to attend. After a lazy start to the day, headed for Bristol on the 09:21. Noted a couple of fellow employees joining at Weston who appeared to be heading for the same event. Arrived with time to spare,...
Border Dash
Posted in Railways on 1st April 2006
Another long and convoluted week at work, another hastily planned trip cobbled together at a moment's notice! Needed to blow away some cobwebs and get out and about. Lots to think about, and a nagging urge to get new track - harder and harder as time goes on of course....
The Next Train Operator Terminates Here
Posted in Railways on 31st March 2006
As I write, the last couple of Wessex Trains services through my local station are on their way. In just a couple of hours the last train will have run (23:55 Paignton-Exeter St Davids), and it will all be over. During the last week, things have accelerated towards the new...