The Cambrian Mountaineer

Posted in Railways on 9th May 2009

There is a school of thought that railtours which go to plan are boring affairs. I've never really agreed with this - the idea of turning up on time at the final stop, having done all the track and accomplished all the planned variations of traction as published is an...

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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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