Logs and Lochs

Posted in Railways on 8th May 2009

Arrived in Bristol on the Class 67 hauled service to find the stock for tomorrow's tour had already arrived. A variety of sources on the net had indicated that 50031 was involved, but certainly by the time we arrived, only 50044 and 37676 were in evidence. 37676...

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Down the Isle

Posted in Railways on 2nd May 2009

The end of our extended weekend line closure is almost in sight. However, having tired of the late start which buses mean, today Mr Spinks offered to drive part of the way allowing an earlier start. Set out for Taunton, arriving in good time for the 07:11 to Westbury. Noted...

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Central Trains

Posted in Railways on 25th April 2009

Woke up, and found myself in Loughborough. It wasn't quite as unexpected as that opening sentence makes it sound, but I had forgotten where I was during the night in part due to some disturbingly vivid dreams. I'd actually travelled up yesterday on what ended up being a stunning day....

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