Features
July to December 2021
July to December 2021
2115 *Various Westcountry Railtours Scroll down a long way to find*
2116 The Grange Class Part 2 Research on 6836 Estevarney Grange Michael L Roach
2117 The Tortuous Tortoise Railtour. Guy Vincent
2118 CRS Visit to Moorswater and walk to Looe Michael L Roach
2119 The Clay Hoods Final - a look back at the last days of the Clay Hoods - Neil Phillips
2120 Ron Kosys - himself. Questions from the house !
2121 Meldon Quarry - Dartmoor Railway Open Day 2006 and 2007. Paul Barlow
2122 Class 40 Visits to the South West Roger Winnen
2123 Duchess on tour
2124 Millbrook Footbridge replacement - A feature by Mick House
2125 Coverack Road Motor Halt- an item by Michael L. Roach.
2126 Christmastime scenes Bodmin and elsewhere
2127 Henry King - 1835 to 1943 Michael L. Roach. Life story of a remarkable man.
2127
Henry King - 1835 to 1943
The life story of a remarkable man.
Michael L. Roach.
Henry King - 1835 to 1943
The life story of a remarkable man.
Michael L. Roach.
HENRY KING - 1835 to 1943 Michael L. Roach
Henry King was born on 10 November 1835 to Joseph King (1807-1870) and Hester/Esther King, nee Jones (1803-1854) in Bridgwater where his father was a shoemaker. Henry married Mary Ann Lester of Wells at Bridgwater in 1859 and they would have seven children together, but Mary died in 1894. Henry married again in 1898 to a lady who was some 20 years his junior. They had just one child together a boy born in 1900.
When Henry was 5 years old the Bristol & Exeter Railway opened the first stage of their main line from Bristol as far as Bridgwater to passengers on 14 June 1841, with the line being extended to Taunton on 1 July 1842. At the age of 23 Henry joined the railway as a carpenter and joiner perhaps after completing a 7-year apprenticeship; the date was 17 May 1859. This was an exciting time for the railways as two weeks earlier the first length of the Cornwall Railway had been opened between Plymouth and Truro and it was now possible to travel all the way from London to Penzance by train, but not by through train yet as the West Cornwall Truro to Penzance line was narrow-gauge and the rest of the route was broad-gauge. Just a couple of months later Henry married for the first time and set up home at North Street, Bridgwater. As a carpenter and joiner Henry would have travelled out from his base to various stations in the Taunton District and measured up for replacement doors, windows, staircases, fascias etc; come back to his carpenters shop and make the items which would have been dispatched in a goods wagon from a siding close to the carpenters shop. Later he would travel out with his carpenters bag by passenger train to the station where he would fit the items he had made in the workshop.
The Bristol and Exeter was one of the four “Associated Companies.” The others were the Great Western Railway, the South Devon Railway and the Cornwall Railway. Together the four railways ensured that a seamless service was offered to passengers from London to Penzance via Bristol. The arrangement came to an end when the Great Western finally took over the other three railways on 1 July 1889. On that date Henry would have become a Great Western worker employed as a carpenter in the Signal and Telegraph Department. With the Bristol and Exeter he might have done some new work, but the Great Western did most of its new work at the Reading Signal Works so Henry would have been doing more of fitting items received from Reading from 1889 but there was still room to show initiative. Henry was credited with designing a locking mechanism for level crossing gates.
The GWR mostly built their own signal boxes with spells of building all-timber boxes which were aesthetically pleasing to the eye. They would have arrived from Reading as a kit of parts to be put together on site. The Bristol & Exeter mostly used contractors to build their boxes but did build some boxes themselves like the one at Williton, on the Minehead Branch, completed in 1875. There are still a few boxes in Britain built before 1875 but Williton is one of only two operational boxes that were built to signal broad-gauge trains; the other one is the box at Par in Cornwall. Henry King would have been 40 years old in November 1875 and I wonder if he helped to build Williton signal box.
Henry King was born on 10 November 1835 to Joseph King (1807-1870) and Hester/Esther King, nee Jones (1803-1854) in Bridgwater where his father was a shoemaker. Henry married Mary Ann Lester of Wells at Bridgwater in 1859 and they would have seven children together, but Mary died in 1894. Henry married again in 1898 to a lady who was some 20 years his junior. They had just one child together a boy born in 1900.
When Henry was 5 years old the Bristol & Exeter Railway opened the first stage of their main line from Bristol as far as Bridgwater to passengers on 14 June 1841, with the line being extended to Taunton on 1 July 1842. At the age of 23 Henry joined the railway as a carpenter and joiner perhaps after completing a 7-year apprenticeship; the date was 17 May 1859. This was an exciting time for the railways as two weeks earlier the first length of the Cornwall Railway had been opened between Plymouth and Truro and it was now possible to travel all the way from London to Penzance by train, but not by through train yet as the West Cornwall Truro to Penzance line was narrow-gauge and the rest of the route was broad-gauge. Just a couple of months later Henry married for the first time and set up home at North Street, Bridgwater. As a carpenter and joiner Henry would have travelled out from his base to various stations in the Taunton District and measured up for replacement doors, windows, staircases, fascias etc; come back to his carpenters shop and make the items which would have been dispatched in a goods wagon from a siding close to the carpenters shop. Later he would travel out with his carpenters bag by passenger train to the station where he would fit the items he had made in the workshop.
The Bristol and Exeter was one of the four “Associated Companies.” The others were the Great Western Railway, the South Devon Railway and the Cornwall Railway. Together the four railways ensured that a seamless service was offered to passengers from London to Penzance via Bristol. The arrangement came to an end when the Great Western finally took over the other three railways on 1 July 1889. On that date Henry would have become a Great Western worker employed as a carpenter in the Signal and Telegraph Department. With the Bristol and Exeter he might have done some new work, but the Great Western did most of its new work at the Reading Signal Works so Henry would have been doing more of fitting items received from Reading from 1889 but there was still room to show initiative. Henry was credited with designing a locking mechanism for level crossing gates.
The GWR mostly built their own signal boxes with spells of building all-timber boxes which were aesthetically pleasing to the eye. They would have arrived from Reading as a kit of parts to be put together on site. The Bristol & Exeter mostly used contractors to build their boxes but did build some boxes themselves like the one at Williton, on the Minehead Branch, completed in 1875. There are still a few boxes in Britain built before 1875 but Williton is one of only two operational boxes that were built to signal broad-gauge trains; the other one is the box at Par in Cornwall. Henry King would have been 40 years old in November 1875 and I wonder if he helped to build Williton signal box.
Wilitob Signalbox in B.R.days. 1971. Copyright Michael. L. Roach.
Williton Signalbox 2 9th May 2007 Copyright Chris Osment
Williton signalbox 11th June 2014 - Copyright Chris Osment
Major engineering works - lenthening to loop at Williton to increase the effective length of the up platform which had been shortened in BR Days. 26th January 2016 Copyright Rob Lindley Note - Chris Osment also advises that the facing point on the down main by the signalbox has been replaced by plain track.
In his private life Henry was a Member of The Salvation Army, a Sunday school teacher, a gardener and refrained from alcohol and cigarettes. Sometime before 1881 Henry moved from Bridgwater to Taunton where he resided at 15 Whitehall TA1 1PG which is a small terraced house which previously looked out on a retaining wall supporting Taunton's GWR engine shed. The wall now supports an elevated road. Henry lived at Whitehall for the rest of his life, which was more than 60 years, and retired from the GWR in 1907 at the age of 72 years. The GWR Magazine sent someone to interview Henry King at the end of 1941 when he was 106 years old. The magazine reported that he was the oldest-living ex-employee of the GWR and believed to be one of the oldest men in the country; he was being looked after by his unmarried daughter Miss Alice King who herself was 74 years old. Of his eight children three had worked for the GWR; one a retired signalman at Exeter; one a signal lineman at Shrewsbury; and one a footplate-man at Taunton. Henry lived for a further two years after giving that interview finally passing away on 30 December 1943 at the grand old age of 108 years.
The GWR Magazine reported his passing with the following obituary notice;
“Mr HENRY KING, on 30 December 1943, at the great age of 108 years. Born on November 10, 1835, it is believed that Mr. King was the second oldest man in the country. When one considers that Queen Victoria ascended to the Throne when he was a small boy, one can gain a true picture of the great span of Mr. King's life. In fact he was only a few weeks younger than the Great Western Railway, which was “born” on August 31, 1835. Mr. King entered the Company's service on May 17, 1859, and retired to old age 36 years ago – on December 28, 1907, to be exact. By trade he was a carpenter, and during his half century of railway service was employed at Taunton, in the Signal and Telegraph Department. Mr. King celebrated his 108th birthday barely three months ago, receiving congratulations from the King and Queen. He has been a life-long non-smoker and total abstainer, and leaves 80 descendants.”
MLR/ 5 August 2021
The GWR Magazine reported his passing with the following obituary notice;
“Mr HENRY KING, on 30 December 1943, at the great age of 108 years. Born on November 10, 1835, it is believed that Mr. King was the second oldest man in the country. When one considers that Queen Victoria ascended to the Throne when he was a small boy, one can gain a true picture of the great span of Mr. King's life. In fact he was only a few weeks younger than the Great Western Railway, which was “born” on August 31, 1835. Mr. King entered the Company's service on May 17, 1859, and retired to old age 36 years ago – on December 28, 1907, to be exact. By trade he was a carpenter, and during his half century of railway service was employed at Taunton, in the Signal and Telegraph Department. Mr. King celebrated his 108th birthday barely three months ago, receiving congratulations from the King and Queen. He has been a life-long non-smoker and total abstainer, and leaves 80 descendants.”
MLR/ 5 August 2021
2126 Christmastime scenes
Bodmin and elsewhere
Bodmin and elsewhere
In anticipation of several sources of pictures featuring the Santa Specials on the Bodmin and Wenford and other places we have put together as a feature what is very thankfully received - we hope you enjoy it.
47306 at Charlies Gate. 18th December 2021. Copyright Mark Lynam
47306 departs Bodmin General 18th December 2021. Copyright Mark Lynam
47306 at Quarry Curve, Bodmin. 18th December 2021. Copyright Mark Lynam
47306 Charlies Gate. . 18th December 2021. Copyright Mark Lynam
Very nicely lit - 47306 from the A38 Road Bridge. 18th December 2021. Copyright Mark Lynam
47306 18th December Copyright Jon Hird
Santa Special 47306 Chariles gate 18th December 2021 Copyright Craig Munday
4612 seen from Walker Lines overbridge. 18th December 2021. Copyright Jon Hird.
seen approaching-Bodmin General-4612 together-with the 08 shunter etc in the adjacent siding 18th December 2021 Copyright Roger Winnen.
211212a 12th December 2021 Santa by Sulzar departs Bodmin Parkway with 47306 tailing and 4612 heading the train.Copyright Roger Winnen
4612 heads the return working-at 11.42 from Bodmin General. Copyright Roger Winnen
211218a 47306 The Sapper works the 11.15 Bodmin General to Bodmin Parkway on 18th December 2021 . Copyright Roger Winnen
211218d Diesels on Shed 50042 Triumph 37142 at Bodmin on 18th December 2021 . Copyright Roger Winnen
211212b 12th December 2021 4612 Arriving at Bodmin General lunchtime. Copyright Roger Winnen
211212b Courtney Berriman and colleague aboard 4612 at Bodmin. Copyright Roger Winnen
211212c Side by side panniers at Bodmin General decorated for the festive season. 12th December 2021 Copyright Roger Winnen
211212cc 12th December 2021 Bodmin decorared for the Festive Season. Copyright Roger Winnen
211212d 12th December 2021 The WD Locomotive 75178 attached to coaches including the victorian coach. Copyright Roger Winnen
211212e The Victorian Coach with Father Christmas on board gives presents to the children, its 12th December 2021 Copyright Roger Winnen
211212f Viewed from the Signal Box by kind permission as 4612 tails the train back to Bodmin Parkway Station on 12th December 2021 Copyright Roger Winnen
Going back eleven years - long before Covid.
Too good to miss -
Chris Harvey brings us his only shot of snow and steam in Cornwall. On 18th Dec 2010, with snow lying on the ground, 30120 tackles the last few yards into Bodmin General with a train from Boscarne.
Near Bodmin
A very nice low level shot of a Castle class near Respryn. 18th December Copyright Jon Hird
Castle Class seen at Respryn. 18th December 2021. Copyright Jon Hird.
Item 2125
Coverack Road Motor Halt
- an item by Michael L. Roach.
Coverack Road Motor Halt
- an item by Michael L. Roach.
COVERACK ROAD MOTOR HALT Michael L. Roach
Sometime around 1927 the Great Western Railway commenced a new bus service from Helston Railway Station the 12 miles to Coverack Harbour on the east side of The Lizard peninsula. In the wording of the day it was called a “road motor service.” At first Coverack passengers waited in the open for the bus to arrive. The GWR announced that a shelter was to be provided and a Mr. Francis Roxburgh stepped forward to donate a suitable building for the purpose. Mr. Roxburgh was a retired judge and a frequent visitor to Coverack from his home in London near Paddington Station. The attached photograph of the opening ceremony appeared in the GWR Magazine for March 1928.
SCAN 5289
MLR / 01 December 2021
Sometime around 1927 the Great Western Railway commenced a new bus service from Helston Railway Station the 12 miles to Coverack Harbour on the east side of The Lizard peninsula. In the wording of the day it was called a “road motor service.” At first Coverack passengers waited in the open for the bus to arrive. The GWR announced that a shelter was to be provided and a Mr. Francis Roxburgh stepped forward to donate a suitable building for the purpose. Mr. Roxburgh was a retired judge and a frequent visitor to Coverack from his home in London near Paddington Station. The attached photograph of the opening ceremony appeared in the GWR Magazine for March 1928.
SCAN 5289
MLR / 01 December 2021
2125 Coverack Road Motor Halt- an item by Michael L. Roach.
Coverack Road Motor Halt. Image 5289 from the Michael L. Roach archive.
As a follow-up here are two scans of buses from the same era both with bodies by long gone coach builders. Perhaps one of our readers will be able to identify the builder of the chassis in each case.
Best wishes
Mike
Best wishes
Mike
From the Michael L. Roach Collection
From the Michael L. Roach Collection
Item 2124
Millbrook Footbridge replacement
A feature by Mick House
Millbrook Footbridge replacement
A feature by Mick House
It is uncertain when precast concrete was introduced into the UK but early applications revolved around railway footbridges, with the Southern Railway leading the way at Oxshott, Surrey (1908) and Exeter (1923). A lot of the Southern Region prefabricated concrete footbridges have badly rusted reinforcement and have effectively rotted from the inside. Poor quality control at the manufacturing plant at Exmouth Junction allowed the inclusion of aggregate directly off the local beaches without being washed, therefore leaving the salt to do its worst.
Millbrook’s iconic Southern style concrete footbridge has been completely removed (Photos 1 & 2) and only half has been replaced with a brand new steel structure that now only serves the station (Photo 3), wear as before it went over to a footpath via a zigzag ramp (photo 4), that took you into Southampton following the main line and into Southampton station car park. Now all you can see is the car storage facility and the container port (photo 5). The bridge has suffered over the years and the legs on the station platform and road side had to be reinforced with steel RSJs and Bullhead rail (Photos 6 & 7), I suspect the rest of the structure was heading the same way and it was cheaper to remove than replace, also on my many visits over the years I could see signs of alcohol and drug abuse as at the bottom of the ramp leading to the footpath, more often than not you would see evidence of empty beer cans and needles, this could have also added to the bridges demise. It is sad to see structures like this disappear, as not too many still survive, that’s progress I suppose. Also I should mention the extension that was added when the main road was improved many years ago, although this is not part of the railway it is physically attached, having said that it was cut off for a time during the demolition of the old bridge and building of the new (photos 8, 9 & 10). The zigzag ramp on the road side has also been removed and replaced with a steel staircase (photos 11 & 12). All in all the new bridge its self with staircases leading to the platform and road is an unimpressive but functional structure (photos 13 & 14). Finally a selection of photos never to be recreated (Photos 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 & 24).
Millbrook’s iconic Southern style concrete footbridge has been completely removed (Photos 1 & 2) and only half has been replaced with a brand new steel structure that now only serves the station (Photo 3), wear as before it went over to a footpath via a zigzag ramp (photo 4), that took you into Southampton following the main line and into Southampton station car park. Now all you can see is the car storage facility and the container port (photo 5). The bridge has suffered over the years and the legs on the station platform and road side had to be reinforced with steel RSJs and Bullhead rail (Photos 6 & 7), I suspect the rest of the structure was heading the same way and it was cheaper to remove than replace, also on my many visits over the years I could see signs of alcohol and drug abuse as at the bottom of the ramp leading to the footpath, more often than not you would see evidence of empty beer cans and needles, this could have also added to the bridges demise. It is sad to see structures like this disappear, as not too many still survive, that’s progress I suppose. Also I should mention the extension that was added when the main road was improved many years ago, although this is not part of the railway it is physically attached, having said that it was cut off for a time during the demolition of the old bridge and building of the new (photos 8, 9 & 10). The zigzag ramp on the road side has also been removed and replaced with a steel staircase (photos 11 & 12). All in all the new bridge its self with staircases leading to the platform and road is an unimpressive but functional structure (photos 13 & 14). Finally a selection of photos never to be recreated (Photos 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 & 24).
All photographs by Mick House - Copyright
Click on photographs to obtain an enlargement.
Photos
1 - 14 As per text above
15 - 16 Millbrook footbridges
17 - 18 Carticks, 66592
19 - 20 158 881, 59 001 Yeoman Endeavor
21 - 22 73 136, 141, 212, & 213
23 - 24 455731 - 70001
1 - 14 As per text above
15 - 16 Millbrook footbridges
17 - 18 Carticks, 66592
19 - 20 158 881, 59 001 Yeoman Endeavor
21 - 22 73 136, 141, 212, & 213
23 - 24 455731 - 70001
Many thanks to Mick House for putting this bridge replacement report for us.
2123
Duchess on Tour
22,23 November 2021
Duchess on Tour
22,23 November 2021
Ken Mumford draws our attention to some fine video footage of the Duchess of Southerland working in our region. Please click here :-
https://youtu.be/JIj1iK_wSqI
https://youtu.be/JIj1iK_wSqI
6233 Duchess of Sutherland comes to a stand at Reading. 22nd November 2021. Copyright Ken Mmford The loco was working up for the start of the next days railtour schedule.
6233 Duchess of Sutherland takes on water on down relief between Wantage and Challow,Taken from a place of safety. Copyright Driver Alan Peters.
6233 Duchess of Sutherland. Swindon 23rd November 2021. Copyright Colin Pidgeon.
6233 Duchess of Sutherland. Swindon 23rd November 2021 Copyright Colin Pidgeon
57316 brings up the rear. at Swindon. Copyright Colin Pidgeon.
6233 6233 Duchess of Sutherland. 23rd November 2021 Copyright Ken Mumford
6233 Duchess of Sutherland. 23rd November 2021 Copyright Ken Mumford
6233 Duchess of Sutherland. 23rd November 2021 Copyright Ken Mumford
6233 Duchess of Sutherland. 23rd November 2021 Copyright Ken Mumford
6233 Duchess of Sutherland. 23rd November 2021 Copyright Ken Mumford
6233 Duchess of Sutherland. 23rd November 2021 Copyright Ken Mumford
The Duchess departs Kemble/ 23rd November 2021/ Copyright Ken Mumford.
With 47 315 on the rear the train leaves Kemble. 23rd November 2021. Copyright Ken Mumford
Good evening Keith & Roger
A trip to Cirencester today tied in nicely with the arrival and departure at nearby Kemble station of former LMS 6233 'Duchess of Sutherland' on the Railway Touring Company's 1Z30 0702 London Victoria - Cardiff 'The Gloucester Christmas Market & Cardiff' railtour. The train was at Kemble for around 20 minutes and proved a popular spectacle for the 50 or so observers who turned out to see it call.
For the record the complete formation was: 6233 99041 3093 3136 1961 3058 99350 99127 99122 1861 4984 4940 99304 with diesel 57316 bringing up the rear.
Regards; Guy Vincent
A trip to Cirencester today tied in nicely with the arrival and departure at nearby Kemble station of former LMS 6233 'Duchess of Sutherland' on the Railway Touring Company's 1Z30 0702 London Victoria - Cardiff 'The Gloucester Christmas Market & Cardiff' railtour. The train was at Kemble for around 20 minutes and proved a popular spectacle for the 50 or so observers who turned out to see it call.
For the record the complete formation was: 6233 99041 3093 3136 1961 3058 99350 99127 99122 1861 4984 4940 99304 with diesel 57316 bringing up the rear.
Regards; Guy Vincent
Kemble 6233 on 1Z30 23rd November 2021. Copyright Guy Vincent.
Kemble 6233 1Z30 23rd November 2021. Copyright Guy Vincent
Kemble 6233 1Z30 23rd November2021 Copyright Guy Vincent
Kemble 6233 1Z30 23rd November 2021. Copyright Guy Vincent
Many thanks to all contributors - keep up the good work.
2122
Class 40 Visits
to the South West
Roger Winnen
Class 40 Visits
to the South West
Roger Winnen
The Devonian Double Railtour 30th October 2021
ECS 0404 Crewe to Preston. Train departed Preston 0542 arriving at Plymouth 14.24 running an hour late.
The return working departed Plymouth at 16.38 some sixty minutes late however by Birmingham it was just 30 minutes adrift
ECS 0404 Crewe to Preston. Train departed Preston 0542 arriving at Plymouth 14.24 running an hour late.
The return working departed Plymouth at 16.38 some sixty minutes late however by Birmingham it was just 30 minutes adrift
Bristol Temple Meads
BTM D213 and D345 30th October 2021. Martin Scane at BTM 30th October 2021. Copyright Martin Scane.
Cowley Bridge Junction.
LSL operated class 40s Nos. D213 (40013) and classmate No.D345(40145)
at Cowley Bridge Jun working the delayed (because of flooding at Flax Bourton) 1Z40 06:25 Preston to Plymouth, the 'Double Devonian' charter.
LSL operated class 40s Nos. D213 (40013) and classmate No.D345(40145)
at Cowley Bridge Jun working the delayed (because of flooding at Flax Bourton) 1Z40 06:25 Preston to Plymouth, the 'Double Devonian' charter.
Exeter St Davids
40013 & 40145 running non-stop through platform 4 at Exeter St Davids with the 1Z40 0625 Preston - Plymouth ''The Devon Double'' today, Saturday 30th October. Locos and stock in truly immaculate condition with 47828 bringing up the rear. The train was running 1 hour late due to flooding in the deep cutting at Flax Bourton west of Bristol causing temporary closure of the down line while checks were made. Note the Cross Country HST in P5, sadly a classic instance of 'wrong place wrong time' as this deterred using that side for fear it departing and cutting off the view of the railtour passing through! Report by Guy Vincent Photo: Charlotte Vincent
Exeter St Davids 40013 & 40145 1Z40 Preston-Plymouth 30th October 2021. Copyright Charlotte Vincent.
Dawlish
D213 D345 0625 Preston to Plymouth 1Z40 passes Sprey point Teignmouth. Copyright Paul Barlow.
Brent
D213 and D345 at Brent, 06.25 Preston-Plymouth 30th October 2021. Copyright T Tremethick
Plymouth area 1. The 'Devonian Double' at Laira Bridge 'Whistlers' D213 and D345 (with 47828 at the rear) nearing journey's end working 1Z40 06.25 Preston-Plymouth, running 59 late at 14.21
2. 47828 approaching Plymouth with the late running return from Laira T&RSMD at 16.21 (58 late)
3 & 4 Viewed from Apsley Road bridge, D213 and D345 await departure with 1Z42 15.36 Plymouth-Preston return 'Devonian Double' tour, eventually departing 62 late at 16.38, in the hazy winter sunshine
2. 47828 approaching Plymouth with the late running return from Laira T&RSMD at 16.21 (58 late)
3 & 4 Viewed from Apsley Road bridge, D213 and D345 await departure with 1Z42 15.36 Plymouth-Preston return 'Devonian Double' tour, eventually departing 62 late at 16.38, in the hazy winter sunshine
1. The 'Devonian Double' at Laira Bridge 'Whistlers' D213 and D345 (with 47828 at the rear) nearing journey's end working 1Z40 06.25 Preston-Plymouth, running 59 late at 14.21. 30th October 2021. Copyright Andrew Triggs. The rainbow points to more or less where the pot of gold is - possibly at Trevor Tremethicks house!!!
A contribution of the Devonian Double by Clive Smith at this famous location of Laira Bridge. Copyright Clive Smith
D213 Andania and D345 Arrive at Plymouth Station. Copyright Roger Winnen
The two Class 40s stands under the 1960s signal gantry. Copyright Roger Winnen
A number of the Class 40s were named after liners D213 was named Andania after a liner built at Greenock in 1913. Copyright Roger Winnen
Under the gantry at Plymouth Station. Copyright Roger Winnen
47828 Opens up with the train for turning at Laira via Mount Gould Junction. Copyright Roger Winnen
The 40s now tail the train to Laira after a short 15 minute stop. Copyright Roger Winnen
The returning empty stock is seen passing the site of Mutley Station closed during World War 2. Copyright Roger Winnen
47828 approaching Plymouth with the late running return from Laira T&RSMD at 16.21 (58 late) Copyright Andrew Triggs
The Class 40s now tails the train back in Platform 4 at Plymouth Station. Copyright Roger Winnen
Viewed from Apsley Road bridge, D213 and D345 await departure with 1Z42 15.36 Plymouth-Preston return 'Devonian Double' tour, eventually departing 62 late at 16.38, in the hazy winter sunshine. Copyright Andrew Triggs
Viewed from Apsley Road bridge, D213 and D345 await departure with 1Z42 15.36 Plymouth-Preston return 'Devonian Double' tour, eventually departing 62 late at 16.38, in the hazy winter sunshine. 30th October 2021. Copyright Andrew Triggs.
Departure from Plymouth in difficult lighting conditions as the train departs for Preston. Copyright Clive Smith
Catching the glint as the train approaches the former Royal Eye Hospital. Copyright Clive Smith
The going away photograph of the train heading for Mutley Tunnel. Copyright Roger Winnen
Dawlish
D213 and D345 heading for home through Dawlish with the return 1Z42 1536 Plymouth-Preston LSL charter yesterday (30th). Captured by Charlotte V from platform 1. When will these fine locomotives make a welcome return appearance in the South West? Hopefully within the next year or two!
Guy V
Copyright Guy Vinceny
Exminster
Exminster, D213 and D345 with the return charter 1536 Plymouth to Preston running late after troubles earlier in the day. Copyright David Tozer.
Cullompton
The returning 'Double Devonian ' charter seen at Cullompton in rapidly fading light,
with D213 (40013) leading classmate No.D345 (40145) working the late running
1Z42 15:38 Plymouth to Preston.( Class 47 No. 47828 was out of sight on the rear
on both of these trains.) Copyright Keith Turley
Previous Class 40 visits
The Cornish Explorer 27th June 2009
Portsmouth to Penzance and Return
Portsmouth to Penzance and Return
Locos 37401- 40145- 66188
9 November 1985 40122 crossing Marazion Marsh with the Cornish Explorer railtour. Copyright Steve Widdowson
Backing to the washplant. Cooyright Steve Widdowson
40122 Going through the washplant. Copyright Steve Widdowson
Having a wash with head and shoulders shampoo. Copyright Steve Widdowson
40145 Passes Wheal Busy on its return journey from Penzance. Copyright Steve Widdowson
40145 Rounds the curve at Dawlish Warren. Copyright Steve Widdowson
The Whistling Pixie 28th August 2006
Ealing Broadway-Penzance-& Return
Ealing Broadway-Penzance-& Return
Loco 40145
40145 At Plymouth awaiting departure to Penzance. Copyright Roger Winnen
Overtaking 40145 at Par. Copyright Craig Munday
40145 Arrives at Penzance. Copyright Roger Winnen
Backing back from Platform 1 at Penzance. Copyright Roger Winnen
40145 At Long Rock stabling sidings. Copyright Roger Winnen
__28th August 2006 The Whistling Pixie backs its stock to the washplant at Ponsandane. Copyright Craig Munday
Viewed from the Penzance relief road 40145 departs Penzance. Copyright Roger Winnen
The Penzance Fryer 9th November 1985
Manchester to Preston-Crewe-Penzance and return
Manchester to Preston-Crewe-Penzance and return
Locos 40122-45107-47454-47482
9th November 1985 40122 Approaches Carn Brea with the Penzance Fryer. Copyright Sid Sponheimer
40122 Approaches Penzance. Copyright Roger Geach
40122 Arrives at the terminus on a dismal November afternoon. Copyright Mike Roach
Arrival at Penzance taken from the balcony. Copyright Roger Winnen
At the Buffer Stops Copyright Roger Geach
40122 at the buffer stops Penzance. Copyright Mike Roach
Variety of engines, left luggage lockers at Penzance. Copyright Roger Winnen
40122 at Ponsandane going through the washplant. Copyright Craig Munday
Much interest is shown by spectators 40122 are rare machines in the South West. Copyright Roger Geach
003 The Penzance Fryer Railtour with 40-122-Awaits departure at 15.45 with the return railtour to Manchester. Copyright Clive Smith
The returning special at Carn Brea. Copyright Roger Winnen
F & W Western Whistler Railtour 19th September 1982
Class 40s and 37s Crewe to Carne Point
Class 40s and 37s Crewe to Carne Point
40164 Crewe to Birmingham 40025 Birmingham to Gloucester and Mount Gould Junction 37206 & 37299 Mount Gould Junction to Carne Point and return to Plymouth 40025 Plymouth to Gloucester etc
820919a- Western Whistler at Littlehempstead. Copyright Clive Smith
820919c-western-whistler-40025-seen here on full throttle climbing Rattery Bank Copyright Clive Smith
820919d-Western Whistler seen at the wash plant at Laira. Copyright Clive Smith
820919h-western-whistler- Mount Gould Junction looking south. Copyright Steve Widdowson.
820919g-western-whistler Mount Gould Junction looking north. Copyright Steve Widdowson
820919e Western Whistler alongside Tothill Park, Friary. Copyright Clive Smith
820919i-Western Whistler refuels and rest at Laira Depot. Copyright Clive Smith
40025 Western Whistler awaits departure from Plymouth. Copyright Steve Widdowson
40025 Photoshoot. Copyright Steve Widdowson
Western Whistler tops the summit at Hemerdon. Copyright Clive Smith
Rail Pictorial Publications Railtour Sun 16th October 77
Deltic to Devon (substituted by Class 40s) and Cromptons to Cornwall
40081 -40084 Paddington to Newton Abbot and 33017 and 33022 Newton Abbot to Par
Deltic to Devon (substituted by Class 40s) and Cromptons to Cornwall
40081 -40084 Paddington to Newton Abbot and 33017 and 33022 Newton Abbot to Par
The downward run through Exeter Central on the middle line. Copyright David Tozer
With the Gas Holders of Exeter Gas Works in the background the pair of class 40s will soon be approaching Exminster. Copyright David Tozer
771016a The Rail Publications Railtour Deltics to Devon and Cromptons to Cornwall on 16th October 1977 was substituted by Class 40s to Devon, seen passing through Brent Station. on route to Par Copyright Roger Winnen
The returning Railtour at Par Station with the Class 33s. Those wew the days when you could wander anywhere! Copyright Roger Geach.
771016b Class 33s after detaching from its returning special at Newton Abbot it ran forward of the train through Dawlish to Exeter. Copyright Roger Winnen
771016c Class 33s after detaching from its returning special at Newton Abbot ran forward of the train through Dawlish to Exeter. Copyright Roger Winnen
771016d With the class 40s 40081 and 40084 taking over the train at Newton Abbot the pair are seen passing through Dawlish Station. Copyright Roger Winnen
771016e With the class 40s 40081 and 40084 taking over the train at Newton Abbot the pair are seen passing through Dawlish Station. Copyright Roger Winnen
MTK & DTG
MTK Railtour Sunday 9th October 1977
MTK Railtour Sunday 9th October 1977
Paddington to Exeter St David's via Castle Cary-Yeovil Pen Mill-Yeovil Junction-Exeter St David's reverse Paignton-Kingswear
Return to Paddington via Taunton Bristol-Bath and Swindon
Motive Power 40081 40084 Paddington to Exeter 25052-25223 Exeter to Paignton & D1062 Paignton to Kingswear and return
Return to Paddington via Taunton Bristol-Bath and Swindon
Motive Power 40081 40084 Paddington to Exeter 25052-25223 Exeter to Paignton & D1062 Paignton to Kingswear and return
771009a 40081 and 40084 Climb Honiton Bank 9th October 1977 Copyright Roger Winnen
The pair of Class 40s run in Exeter Central. Notice the youngsters on the track, these days the British Transport Police would be in attendance. Copyright David Tozer
Dropping down the 1 in 37 to Exeter St David's and passing the semiphore signal.. Copyright David Tozer
Sunday crowds at Exeter St David's. Copyright David Tozer
The Class 40s detach from the train prior to the Class 25s taking over at the other end. Copy David Tozer
771009e Class 49s layover at Exeter St David's whilst a pair of 25s continue with this train to Paignton. Copyright Roger Winnen
771009b Class 49s layover at Exeter St David's whilst a pair of 25s continue with this train to Paignton. Copyright Roger Winnen
771009e layover at Exeter. Copyright Roger Winnen
771009d Class 49s layover at Exeter St David's whilst a pair of 25s continue with this train to Paignton. Copyright Roger Winnen
9th October 1977 The return to London Paddington is seen at Cowly Bridge Junction, Exeter. Copyright David Tozer
771009h The pair of Class 40s are seen at Rewe on the return run to Paddington via Bristol, Bath & Swindon. Copyright Roger Winnen
Item 2121
Meldon Quarry
Dartmoor Railway Open Days
2006 & 2007
Paul Barlow
Meldon Quarry
Dartmoor Railway Open Days
2006 & 2007
Paul Barlow
1. 73117 Okehampton Copyright Paul Barlow
2. 37198 31465 at Okehampton form 0920 to Coleford Junction. Copyright Paul Barlow.
3. 50042 arrives at Meldon on the 1010 from Coleford Junction. Copyright Paul Barlow.
4. 37905 Meldon Quarry. Copyright Paul Barlow.
5. 73134 stored at Meldon. Copyright Paul Barlow.
6. 37142 stands at Meldon hired in from the Bodmin railway
7. 66182 47716 plus TC unit 417 on 1150 Meldon to Coleford Junction Slug 37905 was on rear. Copyright Paul Barlow
8. 47716 417 tc unit Okehampton 2006 Copyright Paul Barlow.
9. Ruston powered 37905 Meldon Quarry 2006 Copyright Paul Barlow.
10. 31415 plus another stored class 31. 2006 Copyright Paul Barlow.
12. 47348 and 31301, At Meldon in store. 2006 Copyright Paul Barlow.
13. Stored class 31's at Meldon October 2006.Copyright Paul Barlow.
14. A dramatic picture as 37142 pulls past stored class 31's at Meldon October 2006. Copyright Paul Barlow.
15. 37142 37198 leave Okehampton pass the former motorail terminal on the 15.50 Coleford junc to Meldon. 2006.
Copyright Paul Barlow.
Many thanks Paul
Meldon Open Day 2007. Paul Barlow.
Another diesel gala at the Dartmoor railway, this one was not so successful. Visiting engine 45112 had flat batteries as did 47716. 37198 and 37905 were coaxed into life in the afternoon. The evening Okehampton to Paignton special advertised as 45112 was substituted for 31454 and 31452.
A further up date sent by Paul on 20th October 2021 -
Yes, turned out a bit of a disappointment. There was a heavy frost on the Friday night, the organisers were advised to keep the locos running overnight to keep them warm. They were concerned how much fuel would be used, so shut them down. A bit of a 'told you so' moment when they wouldn't start in the morning!!
Shame as alot of people travelled a long way for the Peak tour to Paignton.
A further up date sent by Paul on 20th October 2021 -
Yes, turned out a bit of a disappointment. There was a heavy frost on the Friday night, the organisers were advised to keep the locos running overnight to keep them warm. They were concerned how much fuel would be used, so shut them down. A bit of a 'told you so' moment when they wouldn't start in the morning!!
Shame as alot of people travelled a long way for the Peak tour to Paignton.
1. 31454 and 43129 Exeter St Davids 28th October 2007 Copyright Paul Barlow
2. 31452 arrives at Exeter with ECS from Okehampton. 28th October 2007 Copyright Paul Barlow
3. 31454 1005 Exeter to Okehampton 28th October 2007 Copyright Paul Barlow
4 31454 arrived at Okehampton with 10.05 from Exeter 28th October 2007 Copyright Paul Barlow
5. 73117 at Okehampton 1140 to Meldon 28th October 2007 Copyright Paul Barlow
6. 37198 1650 Coleford to Meldon 37905 on the rear 28th October 2007 Copyright Pau Barlow
7. 37905 1555 Meldon to Coleford 37198 on the rear 28th October 2007 Copyright Paul Barlow
8. 31452 31454 return Paignton to Okehampton special at Paignton. 28th October 2007 Copyright Paul Barlow
Many Thanks to you Paul.
Item 2120
Ron Kosys answers
Questions from the house.
Ron Kosys answers
Questions from the house.
Several of our viewers who enjoy Rons regular contribution to our website have written in and asked what camera etc he uses. Some of us have the ability to select certain positions and have the ideal cameras to record the events in a very professional manner - frankly I never succeed. KJ
P.S. I asked Ron for a picture of himself and camera
P.S. I asked Ron for a picture of himself and camera
I was using a Canon T90 in those days. All lenses were Canon - I took the opportunity to upgrade from 'Canon' to top of the range Canon lenses as and when finances allowed. The T90 was in my opinion one of the finest 35mm film cameras produced. It was extremely reliable. If we hadn't have 'gone digi' I'd still be using it now. Film was always Kodachrome 64. When K64 was 'good', it was fantastic. Sadly it wasn't good in poor light. When the processing was iffy, slides were, well, iffy..... Sadly as the years went by and Kodak's processing equipment was beginning to knock on in years, K64 would fairly frequently be returned with colour casts of varying degrees. Some of those casts these days are easy to remove during scanning, others are nigh on impossible. Thank you Kodak......
Pictures of me? Have you a death wish? I have plenty of rear views of me with trains - perhaps friends were trying to tell me something? I have this image to hand - me at Vancouver with a KLM MD11 landing. I have sent you a further seven images through this morning. Regards etc, Ron+
A picture of Ron pursuing his other pastime - that of photographing aircraft, worldwide. (Caption - me at Vancouver with a KLM MD11 landing ). Copyright.
Two pictures from his most recent batch :-
The driver of 47520 puts power on as he accelerates his train bound for Weymouth away from Frome. 13th August 1988. The train is the 12.06 Bristol to Weymouth. Copyright Ron Kosys;
A smashing reflection shot as 47538 accelerates away from Bradford on Avon with a train bound for Bristol Temple Meads. It's the 11th May 1988. Copyright Ron Kosys.
Many, many thanks Ron. You will be pleased to learn that Ron is recovering from a rather serious illness.
Lets have many more pictures please.
Lets have many more pictures please.
Item 2119
The Clay Hoods Final
- a look back at the last days of the Clay Hoods
Neil Phillips
The Clay Hoods Final
- a look back at the last days of the Clay Hoods
Neil Phillips
My recent contributions have included the first production CDA brand new in St Blazey Yard and a soon-to-disappear Class 142 approaching Middleway Crossing, on 14th September 1987. On the same day I photographed this row of clayhoods in the yard, looking like they had already carried their final loads. Back at Middleway Crossing, once the ‘Skipper’ had cleared the section, a newly-refurbished 37670 (ex-D6882/37182) set off with a rake of still-employed clayhoods towards Goonbarrow.
The ripples in the spotless locomotive’s shiny nose were to become considerably worse just over two months later when, on 25th November 1987 and paired with similarly shiny 37671 at the head of an up freight, it was erroneously diverted into a siding at Tavistock Junction. Both locomotives ran through the buffer stop (via a wagon!) and were seriously damaged; when returned from repair they sported the new ‘triple grey’ Railfreight Sector colours, so photographs of 37670 and 37671 in Railfreight Red Stripe livery are relatively rare.
Best regards,
Neil Phillips
The ripples in the spotless locomotive’s shiny nose were to become considerably worse just over two months later when, on 25th November 1987 and paired with similarly shiny 37671 at the head of an up freight, it was erroneously diverted into a siding at Tavistock Junction. Both locomotives ran through the buffer stop (via a wagon!) and were seriously damaged; when returned from repair they sported the new ‘triple grey’ Railfreight Sector colours, so photographs of 37670 and 37671 in Railfreight Red Stripe livery are relatively rare.
Best regards,
Neil Phillips
Clay Hoods final 1 14th September 1987 . Copyright Neil Phillips
Clay Hoods final 2 37670 with a damaged front end. 14th September 1987. Copyright Neil Phillips
Clay Hoods final 3 37670 heads away from Middleway for Goonbarrow on the 14th August 1987 . Copyright Neil Phillips
Clay Hoods final 4 37 760 continues its journey towards St Blazey Bridge Level Crossing. 14th September 1987. Copyright Neil Phillips
- And now Neil sadly remembers one particular Clay Hood and its fate.
A follow-up to my previous submission - as 37670’s rake of clayhoods rumbled past I photographed the last one, B743648. A few months later all remaining clayhoods were withdrawn from service and shipped off for scrapping. At some point in 1988 an advertisement appeared in the railway press offering works plates removed from scrapped clayhoods for £10 each. I had to have one of these, but stuck my neck out and politely requested whether it was possible to obtain one from a particular wagon...... I have no idea how many plates had to be moved to find one numbered B743648, but I am still very grateful for the effort! Is this the one barely visible on this side of the wagon? I’ll ever know. Perhaps I should have bought both!
A nice touch from the enterprising seller was the inclusion of the wagon’s final movement card.
Best regards,
Neil Phillips
A nice touch from the enterprising seller was the inclusion of the wagon’s final movement card.
Best regards,
Neil Phillips
Clay Hoods final 5 The lastof the train headed by 37760 was B743648 30th August 2021. Copyright Neil Phillips
Clay Hoods final 6 The wagon number plate B743648 30th August 2021. Copyright Neil Phillips
Clay Hoods final 7 B743648 -the last journey. St Blazey to Radyr Yard. 30th August 2021. Copyright Neil Phillips
Many thanks indeed for your fine article on a final journey.
Item 2118
CRS visit to Moorswater
and walk to Looe.
Michael L. Roach
CRS visit to Moorswater
and walk to Looe.
Michael L. Roach
LOOE BRANCH WALK 1996
In the summer of 1996 the Cornwall Railway Society had a full programme of outdoor visits thanks to the efforts of the Outdoor Meetings Secretary Roger Winnen. One of the visits was to the Looe Branch and the date chosen was Saturday 20 July 1996 – 25 years ago today. The weather was good all day with plenty of sunshine. The party met on the train and alighted at Liskeard Station at about 10.12am from where we walked down the hill to Coombe Junction to see the branch train for the first time that day. It was single coach 153303 in Regional Railways livery; RR would be privatised on 1 April 1997. From Coombe the party headed up the valley for half a mile to the china clay works at Moorswater which was then operated by English China Clays, where a site visit had been arranged by our late late Chairman Walter Julian. The china clay arrived at the works in slurry form from a pit on Bodmin Moor through a pipeline which used to be visible above ground at Golitha Falls. The works operated continuously on a 3-shift system producing about 330 tonnes of clay per day. However clay was not dispatched every day; none had been loaded that day or the previous day (Friday). On Thursday 18 July 1996 30 CDA wagons were loaded and dispatched in two trains of 15 wagons each to Carne Point, Fowey for export by sea. Each trainload was taken up the steep bank to Liskeard by the Class 37 then in use in a rake of 7 wagons and a rake of 8 wagons and put together in Liskeard Yard. It was nearly 20 miles from Moorswater to Carne Point by rail. For the writer the visit to the works was the highlight of the day and very fortuitous because it's believed that the works closed just a few months later. Our hosts were duly thanked and the party proceeded down the valley on very narrow country lanes for the 7-mile ramble to Looe in the sunshine. At Looe we sought out some food or a visit to the beach before assembling for the train home. It had been a really good day out.
CAPTIONS
5044 Here we are looking across the settling tanks which were used to decant the top water. Some of the tanks dated back to the construction of the works by the St. Neots China Clay Company
5046 This was “Sharon” the resident shunter at the time
5052 Moorswater Viaduct looking eastwards from the narrow country lane passing beneath the viaduct, showing the three easternmost arches and the abutment of the original timber viaduct. This view has now been blocked by the growth of the trees in the foreground
5053 The CRS party watch the branch train pass through St. Keyne at 13.11
5057 Our train home has just arrived at Looe at 18.42 and disgorges its passengers. If the GWR's proposed pre-war new line to Looe had been constructed the 2-platform terminus would have been out of picture to the left just 250 metres away but 60 metres higher than the existing station.
MLR/18 July 2021
In the summer of 1996 the Cornwall Railway Society had a full programme of outdoor visits thanks to the efforts of the Outdoor Meetings Secretary Roger Winnen. One of the visits was to the Looe Branch and the date chosen was Saturday 20 July 1996 – 25 years ago today. The weather was good all day with plenty of sunshine. The party met on the train and alighted at Liskeard Station at about 10.12am from where we walked down the hill to Coombe Junction to see the branch train for the first time that day. It was single coach 153303 in Regional Railways livery; RR would be privatised on 1 April 1997. From Coombe the party headed up the valley for half a mile to the china clay works at Moorswater which was then operated by English China Clays, where a site visit had been arranged by our late late Chairman Walter Julian. The china clay arrived at the works in slurry form from a pit on Bodmin Moor through a pipeline which used to be visible above ground at Golitha Falls. The works operated continuously on a 3-shift system producing about 330 tonnes of clay per day. However clay was not dispatched every day; none had been loaded that day or the previous day (Friday). On Thursday 18 July 1996 30 CDA wagons were loaded and dispatched in two trains of 15 wagons each to Carne Point, Fowey for export by sea. Each trainload was taken up the steep bank to Liskeard by the Class 37 then in use in a rake of 7 wagons and a rake of 8 wagons and put together in Liskeard Yard. It was nearly 20 miles from Moorswater to Carne Point by rail. For the writer the visit to the works was the highlight of the day and very fortuitous because it's believed that the works closed just a few months later. Our hosts were duly thanked and the party proceeded down the valley on very narrow country lanes for the 7-mile ramble to Looe in the sunshine. At Looe we sought out some food or a visit to the beach before assembling for the train home. It had been a really good day out.
CAPTIONS
5044 Here we are looking across the settling tanks which were used to decant the top water. Some of the tanks dated back to the construction of the works by the St. Neots China Clay Company
5046 This was “Sharon” the resident shunter at the time
5052 Moorswater Viaduct looking eastwards from the narrow country lane passing beneath the viaduct, showing the three easternmost arches and the abutment of the original timber viaduct. This view has now been blocked by the growth of the trees in the foreground
5053 The CRS party watch the branch train pass through St. Keyne at 13.11
5057 Our train home has just arrived at Looe at 18.42 and disgorges its passengers. If the GWR's proposed pre-war new line to Looe had been constructed the 2-platform terminus would have been out of picture to the left just 250 metres away but 60 metres higher than the existing station.
MLR/18 July 2021
5052 Moorswater Viaduct looking northwards from the narrow country lane passing beneath the viaduct, showing the three easternmost arches and the abutment of the original timber viaduct. This view has now been blocked by the growth of the trees in the foreground. Copyright Mike Roach
The Branch enters the Moorswater Dries, the sign stating that no trains should pas this sign without the permission of ECLP. Copyright Roger Winnen
Looking down from a highlevel as the line enters the dries. Copyright Roger Winnen
5044 Here we are looking across the settling tanks which were used to decant the top water. Some of the tanks dated back to the construction of the works by the St. Neots China Clay Company. Copyright Mike Roach
5046 This was “Sharon” the resident shunter at the time. Copyright Mike Roach
Sharon the resident shunter having a rest on the beautiful Saturday morning. Copyright Roger Winnen
A view inside the Dries at Moorswater. Copyright Roger Winnen
A further view inside the works, Copyright Roger Winnen.
The rotary dryer at Moorswater. Copyright Roger Winnen
Coombe Junction Station and the line to Moorswater straight ahead. Copyright Roger Winnen
The 153 unit is seen approaching the ground frame at Coombe Junction before reversing to go to Looe. Copyright Roger Winnen
The points has been reset at Coombe Junction, the guard now makes his way to the Looe train. Copyright Roger Winnen
5053 The CRS party watch the branch train pass through St. Keyne at 13.11. Copyright Mike Roach.
5057 Our train home has just arrived at Looe at 18.42 and disgorges its passengers. If the GWR's proposed pre-war new line to Looe had been constructed the 2-platform terminus would have been out of picture to the left just 250 metres away but 60 metres higher than the existing station. Copyright Mike Roach
Many thanks to Mike for the report and to Roger for the additional pictures.
2117
The Tortuous Tortoise Railtour.
Guy Vincent
The Tortuous Tortoise Railtour.
Guy Vincent
The CRS website has for many years used pictures very kindly provided by a very good friend Ron Kosys. Recently on our News Column we featured two Rons photographs of a Railtour curiously named 'The Tortuous Tortoise' seen at Yeoford. Checking it up on that excellent site 'Six Bells Junction' we found that it ran on the 6th May 1989. from London Waterloo to Meldon Quarry and featured two 33's as motive power' Furthermore it was noticed that the report featured a photograph by a gentleman well known to all our regular viewers - Guy Vincent.
The SEG The premier organisation for enthusiasts, historians, modellers and preservationists of the Southern Electric system in Southern England.
The information pubished is taken from the excellent itinerary produced by the Southern Electric Group for the railtour
The information pubished is taken from the excellent itinerary produced by the Southern Electric Group for the railtour
From the S.E.G. Itinerary
33119+33106 seen at Yeoford on the 'Tortuous Tortoise' Railtour seen on the 6th May 1989. Copyright Ron Kosys. Note the solitary lady on the far end of the former down platform.
Turning about 33119+33106 seen leaving Yeoford and heading for Meldon on the 6th May 1989. In the distance to the left of the train is the Parish Church of St Andrews at Colebrooke. Copyright Ron Kosys.
Okehampton 33119 33106 8023 8010 th May 1989 Copyright Guy Vincent
Okehampton 8010 8023 33106 33119 6th May 1989. Copyright Guy Vincent
Meldon Quarry, Saturday 6th May 1989. 33119 & 33106 on 1Z30 0821 London Waterloo-Meldon Quarry SEG 'Tortuous Tortoise' Railtour. Copyright Guy Vincent
Meldon Quarry, Saturday 06th May 1989. 33119 & 33106 on SEG 'Tortuous Tortoise' 1Z30 0724 Waterloo-Meldon Railtour. Copyright Guy Vincent
A classic picture, the final goal is reached and participants leave the train to explore the mighty Meldon viaduct. 6th May 2021. Copyright Guy Vincent.
Electrification details for the route.
Guy Vincent reports :- The SEG 'Tortuous Tortoise' railtour that ran from London Waterloo to Meldon Quarry and back on May 6th 1989, some 32 years ago now but nowhere near as long inside my head! I travelled on the train from Waterloo to Meldon and then back as far as Epsom where it unexpectedly terminated.
Many thanks to Guy Vincent for his photographs and making available a copy of his of the excellent brochure produced by the S.E.G. - also thanks to Ron Kosys.for the two photographs which led to the research on the operation of this charter.
Item 2116
The Grange Class Part 2
Research on 6836 Estevarney Grange Michael L Roach
The Grange Class Part 2
Research on 6836 Estevarney Grange Michael L Roach
THE GRANGE CLASS PART 2 6836 Estevarney Grange Michael L Roach
Apart from two months away at Carmarthen, 6836 was based at West Country engine sheds (Penzance, Newton Abbot and Laira) for more than eight years from May 1953 to October 1961. I saw the loco many times as it passed through Plymouth on passenger and freight trains during those eight years, and remember being intrigued by the name Estevarney; it did not sound English so perhaps it came from Wales or further afield. In 2021 I set out to find the big house that the locomotive was named after if indeed there was one. In Part 1 of this story, published on 17 June 2021, we saw a photo of 6836 at Dainton when it was shedded at Laira. Three months later in October 1961 the loco moved to Pontypool Road Shed where it was one of 17 Granges to be based at the shed in the 1960s, but not all at the same time. The shed closed in May 1965. From Pontypool 6836 would have worked passenger, parcels and freight trains over the hilly Welsh Marches line. There were four summits in the 43½ miles between Hereford and Newport alone of which the most famous was Llanvihangel involving a 7-mile climb in both directions to the summit. The road bridge across the line at the site of Llanvihangel Station was, and still is, a good place to see locomotives working hard.
The Granges at Pontypool Road shed would also have worked down the cross country line to Neath and Swansea via the Crumlin Viaduct, Quakers Yard and Aberdare, principally on longer distant freight trains. What marked 6836 out from the other Granges at Pontypool Road was that it was used on the last day of passenger trains between Pontypool Road and Neath which was Saturday 13 June 1964. The other locos in use that day on the last passenger trains were 3713, 4110, 4121 and 4639; but on a typical day the 56xx, 66xx and 84xx classes would also have put in appearances on passenger trains. The same month 6836 moved on again this time to Worcester Shed, where it was withdrawn from service in March 1965, reinstated a month later, and withdrawn again in August 1965. 6836 was still there at Worcester Shed on 28 November 1965 in the company of four other stored Granges: 6819, 6829, 6856 and 6876 plus 6 other stored steam locos. The following month the last three Granges were withdrawn: 6848, 6849 and 6872. On 6 May 1966 the last four steam locos at Worcester Shed were hauled away to Newport for scrapping by class 37 D6941 but 6836 was not amongst them having departed previously. None of the 80 Grange class locos was saved for preservation.
So where was the original Estevarney Grange after which 6836 was named. I could not find an Estevarney Grange and it appears that the Great Western Railway made up the name; indeed I suspect that the GWR made up most of the Grange names because none of them are well-known places like many of the other named Great Western locomotives: e.g. Dartington Hall or Caerphilly Castle. The only Estevarney I could find is located 2 miles north-west of the town of Usk in the valley of the River Usk and is an 11-bedroom farm house, listed Grade 2. Estevarney Farm was one of just 25 houses in the Parish of Monkswood and in the 1911 census is occupied by farmer William Glyn Arthur, aged 37 years, and his family. Living with him were a wife, 3 children, 3 farm workers and a domestic servant. All eight people were born in Wales or Monmouthshire but claim to be “English.” Heading south-west from Estevarney it is just four miles to Pontypool Road Station. I am sure that the shed master at Pontypool Road Shed would have known of 6836's local connections and rostered it to be used on the final day of passenger services for that reason. He is to be congratulated for a clever move, which most enthusiasts might not have appreciated at the time.
MLR/ 18 June 2021
Apart from two months away at Carmarthen, 6836 was based at West Country engine sheds (Penzance, Newton Abbot and Laira) for more than eight years from May 1953 to October 1961. I saw the loco many times as it passed through Plymouth on passenger and freight trains during those eight years, and remember being intrigued by the name Estevarney; it did not sound English so perhaps it came from Wales or further afield. In 2021 I set out to find the big house that the locomotive was named after if indeed there was one. In Part 1 of this story, published on 17 June 2021, we saw a photo of 6836 at Dainton when it was shedded at Laira. Three months later in October 1961 the loco moved to Pontypool Road Shed where it was one of 17 Granges to be based at the shed in the 1960s, but not all at the same time. The shed closed in May 1965. From Pontypool 6836 would have worked passenger, parcels and freight trains over the hilly Welsh Marches line. There were four summits in the 43½ miles between Hereford and Newport alone of which the most famous was Llanvihangel involving a 7-mile climb in both directions to the summit. The road bridge across the line at the site of Llanvihangel Station was, and still is, a good place to see locomotives working hard.
The Granges at Pontypool Road shed would also have worked down the cross country line to Neath and Swansea via the Crumlin Viaduct, Quakers Yard and Aberdare, principally on longer distant freight trains. What marked 6836 out from the other Granges at Pontypool Road was that it was used on the last day of passenger trains between Pontypool Road and Neath which was Saturday 13 June 1964. The other locos in use that day on the last passenger trains were 3713, 4110, 4121 and 4639; but on a typical day the 56xx, 66xx and 84xx classes would also have put in appearances on passenger trains. The same month 6836 moved on again this time to Worcester Shed, where it was withdrawn from service in March 1965, reinstated a month later, and withdrawn again in August 1965. 6836 was still there at Worcester Shed on 28 November 1965 in the company of four other stored Granges: 6819, 6829, 6856 and 6876 plus 6 other stored steam locos. The following month the last three Granges were withdrawn: 6848, 6849 and 6872. On 6 May 1966 the last four steam locos at Worcester Shed were hauled away to Newport for scrapping by class 37 D6941 but 6836 was not amongst them having departed previously. None of the 80 Grange class locos was saved for preservation.
So where was the original Estevarney Grange after which 6836 was named. I could not find an Estevarney Grange and it appears that the Great Western Railway made up the name; indeed I suspect that the GWR made up most of the Grange names because none of them are well-known places like many of the other named Great Western locomotives: e.g. Dartington Hall or Caerphilly Castle. The only Estevarney I could find is located 2 miles north-west of the town of Usk in the valley of the River Usk and is an 11-bedroom farm house, listed Grade 2. Estevarney Farm was one of just 25 houses in the Parish of Monkswood and in the 1911 census is occupied by farmer William Glyn Arthur, aged 37 years, and his family. Living with him were a wife, 3 children, 3 farm workers and a domestic servant. All eight people were born in Wales or Monmouthshire but claim to be “English.” Heading south-west from Estevarney it is just four miles to Pontypool Road Station. I am sure that the shed master at Pontypool Road Shed would have known of 6836's local connections and rostered it to be used on the final day of passenger services for that reason. He is to be congratulated for a clever move, which most enthusiasts might not have appreciated at the time.
MLR/ 18 June 2021
4911 6836 Estevarney Grange is seen at Dainton on 15 July 1961. Copyright Michael L Roach.
Many thanks indeed for sending us the results your extensive research.
See also Mikes item 2113 on the Grange class.
See also Mikes item 2113 on the Grange class.
Item 2115
West Country Railtours
The most recent comes first.
West Country Railtours
The most recent comes first.
2115L Steam Dreams returns Penzance to Paddington. 1st October 2021.
2115K The Champion Torbay Express 25th September 2021
2115J Blue Pullman Swansea to Penzance 25th September 2021
2115I Class 50 Railtour Birmingham to Penzance 18th September 2021
2115H The John Farrow Memorial at Yeovil Railway Centre. 18th August 2021 Bill Elston
2115G The West Somerset Express 14th August 2021; 2nd run.
2115F The West Somerset Express 24th July 2021, Ken Mumford, Bill Elston, Keith Turley David Tozer.
2115E The Bahamas in Wiltshire 18th July 2021 Guy Vincent
2115D The Royal Duchy 11th July 2021
2115C The Northern Belle 9th July 2021
2115B Cornish Riviera Statesman 7th July 2021
2115A Cornish Riviera Statesman 3rd July 2021
2115K The Champion Torbay Express 25th September 2021
2115J Blue Pullman Swansea to Penzance 25th September 2021
2115I Class 50 Railtour Birmingham to Penzance 18th September 2021
2115H The John Farrow Memorial at Yeovil Railway Centre. 18th August 2021 Bill Elston
2115G The West Somerset Express 14th August 2021; 2nd run.
2115F The West Somerset Express 24th July 2021, Ken Mumford, Bill Elston, Keith Turley David Tozer.
2115E The Bahamas in Wiltshire 18th July 2021 Guy Vincent
2115D The Royal Duchy 11th July 2021
2115C The Northern Belle 9th July 2021
2115B Cornish Riviera Statesman 7th July 2021
2115A Cornish Riviera Statesman 3rd July 2021
2115L
Steam Dreams Railtour
returns from Penzance
1st October 2021
Steam Dreams Railtour
returns from Penzance
1st October 2021
Penzance to Plymouth and subsequently to London Victoria :-
Trevingey, Redruth :_
Steam Dreams returning Charter approaches Trevingey Crossing Redruth. 1st October 2021 Copyright RKJ
Redruth :-
Steam Dreams Charter (with 33207 leading 37706) forging “throatily“ through Redruth station at 08.55 this morning during a nice sunny spell between showers.
The train was well filled with passengers most of whom appeared to be tucking into hearty breakfasts. Lucky them.
I think that the maroon West Coast Railways livery rather suits the two diesels.
Cheers
Martin Scane (Copyright)
Bodmin Parkway :-
All over in a flash and a roar as the Steam Dreams Charter thunders through Bodmin Parkway. 1st October 2021. Copyright Andrew Keast.
33207 and 37006 stormed the bank. With the return Charter to London Victoria. 1st October 2021. Copyright Andrew Keast
Largin Viduct
33207 37706 crossing Largin viaduct with the Steam Dreams return Charter, 1Z47 1st October 2021. Copyright Craig Munday.
But zoom out and see what Craig got as a BONUS.
33207 37706 crossing Largin viaduct with the Steam Dreams return Charter, 1Z47 1st October 2021. Copyright Craig Munday.
Forder Viaduct :-
A nice wide of 33207 37706 crossing Forder Viaduct in front of Trematon Castle. 1st October 2021. Copyright Clive Smith
At Plymouth :-
211001a 45596 Bahamas arrive at Plymouth with the support coaches. Copyright Roger Winnen
211001b B1 Mayflower brings up the rear of this formation at Plymouth. Copyright Roger Winnen
61306 Mayflower in the through line of Plymouth Station. Copyright Roger Salter
211001c 45596 Bahamas detaches from the support coaches and runs around these vehicles in Plymouth Station. Copyright Roger Winnen
211001d LMS Locos and LNER Locos in Plymouth, a very rare event. Copyright Roger Winnen
Coupling the both engines prior to the movement to Platform 8. Copyright Roger SalterLooking up my book from 1958 I saw Mayflower listed at 61379 this set me off investigating.
I see she was scrapped & the name given to 61306 in preservation at Steamtown, Carnforth. Copyright Roger Salter
45596 Bahamas and B1 61306 prepares to move its support coaches to the train in Platform 8. Copyright Roger Salter
211001g Both engines were built by the North British Locomotive Company at Glasgow. Copyright Roger Winnen
211001h Awaiting the right away at 11.00 hrs for London Victoria. Copyright Roger Winnen
211001i The crew of the locos photographed prior to departure. Copyright Roger Winnen
211001j Departure from Plymouth with the drain cocks opening up. Copyright Roger Winnen
211001k Plenty of steam. Roger Winnen
211001l Departing for London Victoria. Copyright Roger Winnen
Smoke and steams blots out the departure of the Cornish Steam Dreams to London Victoria. Copyright Roger Salter
Viewed from the Sutherland Road overbridge the duo is seen departing Plymouth North Road. Copyright Roger Salter
Beyond Plymouth :-
Plenty of power and steam, 45596 and 61306 Climbing Hemerdon. 1st October 2021. Copyright Clive Smith.
Exminster :-
45596, 61306 at speed at - Exminster looking towards Starcross. 1st October 2021 Copyright David Tozer
Passing traffic at Exminster. 1st October 2021. Copyright David Tozer.
33207 37706 at Exminster looking towards Stacross. 1st October 2021 Copyright David Tozer
At Staffords Bridge :-
45596 61306 1100 Plymouth to Victoria 1Z48 at Staffords Bridge1st October 2021, Copyright Paul Barlow.
At Cullompton :-
45596 61306 Cullompton 1st October 2021. Copyright Keith Turley
33207 37706 pass Cullompton. 1st October 2021 Copyright Keith Turley
At Oath :-
Steam Dream's Mayflower charter returned from Penzance to London Victoria today and is seen passing Oath hauled by
45596 and 61306. It was shadowed by diesel locos 33207 and 37706. It was some 40 minutes at this point because late-running GWR service trains.
Best wishes, Bill. Elston.
Steam Dream's Mayflower charter returned from Penzance to London Victoria today and is seen passing Oath hauled by
45596 and 61306. It was shadowed by diesel locos 33207 and 37706. It was some 40 minutes at this point because late-running GWR service trains.
Best wishes, Bill. Elston.
A nice bit of power on as 45596 & 61306, come to Oath, 1st October 2021. Copyright Bill Elston
45596 & 61306, Oath, 1st October 2021. Copyright Bill Elston
A going away shot of 45596&61306 at Oath, 1st October 2021. Copyright Bill Elston
At Pewsey :-
The Water tanker waits at Pewsey 1st October 2021. Copyright Ken Mumford
45596 61306 1100 Plymouth to Victoria 1Z48 arrive at Pewsey. 1st October 2021, Copyright Ken Mumford.
Pewsey 1st October 2021. Copyright Ken Mumford. . The footbridge shadow creates a bit of a problem. Copyright Ken Mumford.
45596 poses at Pewsey. 1st October 2021. Copyright Ken Mumford.
Ken Mumford is to be congratulated on this picture of the steam at Newbury - you can almost hear it and smell it.
1st October 2021. Copyright Ken Mumford.
Many thanks to all our contributors.
2115K
The Champion Torbay Express
25th September 2021
The 50s were back in the West Country today, this time working the 1Z52 Eastleigh to Kingswear, in lieu of Western Champion. It is seen here passing Wick on a dull day, but sounding great!
Cheers, Bill Elston.
Cheers, Bill Elston.
The Journey Down:-
50007 and 50049 in lieu of Western Cahmpion pass Wick on the outward ward 25th September 20 21 Copyright Bill Elston
50007 and 50049 in lieu of Western Cahmpion pass Wick on the outward ward 25th September 20 21 Copyright Bill Elston
lass 50s No.50007 'Hercules' and No.50049 'Defiance' lead the 1Z52 05:58
Eastleigh to Kingswear (PDSR) 'Champion Torbay Express' charter.
at Stoke Canon.
Copyright Keith Turley.
50007 50049 0558 Eastleigh to Kingswear approaches Powderham 25 September 2021. Copyright Paul Barlow
2115J
The Cornish Coastal Pullman
Swansea to Penzance
25th September 2021
The Cornish Coastal Pullman
Swansea to Penzance
25th September 2021
The Journey down :-
With power cars No.43055 leading and No.43046 on the rear
the ' Cornish Coastal Pullman' the 1Z82 06:57 Swansea to Penzance charter
seen passing Stoke Canon.(With yellow warning panel completely spoiling the apperance).
.25th September 2021. Copyright Keith Turley.
On a misty day. Midland Pullman on its way down. 43055.43046 25th September .2021 Copyright Daviid Tozer
43055 43057 0657 Swansea to Penzance Parson tunnel Holcombe. Copyright Paul Barlow
As I arrived at Plymouth Station this morning the Midland Pullman was arriving at Platform 4 for Penzance. Perfect timing, the weather was far from perfect throughout Cornwall. Copyright Roger Winnen
Departure was at 11.05 however she departed to Penzance at 11.00. What a foggy morning. Copyright Roger Winnen
The Midland Pullman departs from Platform 4. Copyright Roger Winnen
Face lift for 43 046 Geoff Drury 1930-1999 & 43 055. By Mick House.
Since there last visit back on the 29th may 2021 Midland Pullman, Eastleigh to Penzance and back, both power cars have had a face lift and are now sporting yellow warning panels, these are the removable panels that lift up to allow an emergence coupling to be fitted.
Photo 1) 43 046 Geoff Drury 1930-1999 passing Hallenbeagle and about to go under Apex bridge. Copyright Mick House
About twenty eyes watched the down Cornish Coastal Pullman at Trevingey Crossing just west of Redruth.
25th September 2021.
Copyright Keith Jenkin.
1Z82 06.57 Swansea-Penzance with 43055 leading, at Ponsandane, running 7 early at 12.52 on a dull Cornish day. Copyright Andrew Triggs
Viewed from Ponsandane footbridge, arriving at Platform 1. Copyright Andrew Triggs
At platform 1, with 800314 for company on platform 2. Copyright Andrew Triggs
At Penzance :-
At the buffer stops Platform 1 Penzance. Copyright Roger Salter
Under the overall roof at Penzance with an IET alongside. Copyright Roger Salter
Looking towards the buffer stops and the original exit from the Station up the stairs to the balcony and out to Market Jew Street. Copyright Roger Winnen
43 055 passing Hallenbeagle and at Penzance Station. Copyright Mick House.
The graffiti artiste has once again ruined these carriages. There is no sense in their behaviour. Copyright Roger Salter
Awaiting departure at 16.03 hrs to Swansea. Copyright Roger Salter
Geoff Drury 1930-1999 Nameplate on the Midland Pullman. Copyright Roger Winnen
The return journey :-
. The return 1Z84 16.03 Penzance-Swansea passing Marazion with 43046 now leading Copyright Andrew Triggs
Heading up Marazion marshes in the late afternoon sunshine on time at 16.06 Copyright Andrew Triggs
With less than seconds to spare we witness the return Cornish Coastal Pullman passing the site of Drump Lane Signal box. Carn Brea looks on in the distance. 25th September 2021. Copyright Keith Jenkin. (The boss VJ looks on!!)
43046 approaches Truro with the return Cornish Coastal Pullman. 25th September 2021. Copyright Mark Lynam
The return Cornwall Coastal Pullman at Lostwithiel. 25th Septemer 2021.
Copyright Alan Peters.
The return Midland Pullman approaches Bodmin Parkway. Copyright Roger Winnen
Seen passing Bodmin Parkway on its return journey to Swansea. Copyright Roger Winnen
Many thanks to all.
2115I
Class 50 Railtour Birmingham to Penzance
18th September 2021
Class 50 Railtour Birmingham to Penzance
18th September 2021
In view of the expected high volume of entries we reserve the right to be selective.
The journey down :-
Timings Plymouth and beyond
Plymouth 10.55 / 11.06
Liskeard 11.31
Par 11.51/ 11.53
Truro 1218 / 1220
Camborne 1236
St Erth 1245/1248
Penzance 1259
Timings Plymouth and beyond
Plymouth 10.55 / 11.06
Liskeard 11.31
Par 11.51/ 11.53
Truro 1218 / 1220
Camborne 1236
St Erth 1245/1248
Penzance 1259
On a dull misty 18th September 2021 the 'Mazey day Cornishman' charter
is seen passing Bradford on Tone, with class 50 No,50007 'Hercules' (running as
No.50034 'Furious') and No.50049 'Defiance' working the 1Z67 06:04 Birmingham New St. to Penzance. Copyright Keith Turley .
Creech St Michael 50007 and 50049 18th September 2021 Copyright Bill Elston
50007 50049 head through Exeter St Thomas on 06.04 Birmingham to Penzance 18th September 2021 Copyright Paul Barlow
210918g The Mazey Day Special at Powderham. Copyright Roger Salter
210918h The Mazey Day Special at Powderham. Copyright Roger Salter
210918a The much postponed Mazey Day Railtour heads through Bodmin Parkway. Copyright Roger Winnen
210918b The much postponed Mazey Day Railtour heads through Bodmin Parkway. Copyright Roger Winnen
Picture
The light rain turned to a downpour as the railtour approached Trevingey Crossing. 18th September 2021.
50007 and 50049 on Angarrack viaduct on the downward journey. 18th September 2021. Copyright Craig Munday.
50007 with 50049 approaching Marazion working 1Z67 06.04 Birmingham New Street-Penzance 'Mazey Day Cornishman' running 25 late at 13.22 Copyright Andrew Triggs.
At Penzance :-
50007 and 50049 run round at Penzance 18th September 2021. Copyright Craig Munday.
50007 50049 Ponsandane, Penzance 18th September 2021 Copyright Mark Lynam
50007 50049 Slopers Siding, Penzance (3) 18th September 2021 Copyright Mark Lynam
210918c The full length of the railtour at Penzance this aftenoon. Copyright Roger Winnen
210918d An IET blocks the view at the terminus. Copyright Roger Winnen
210918f The two Class 50s on the return run to Birmingham departing at 16.03hrs. Copyright Roger Winnen
A fine action shot - you can almost smeel it and hear it! 50007 and 50049 Penzance. 18th September 2021 Copyright Mark Lynam
The journey Back :-
Timings as far as Plymouth
Penzance 16.03
St Erth 1611 / 1613
Camborne 16.24
Truro 1639 / 1642
Par 1707 / 1710
Liskeard 1731
Ply 1755/1804
Timings as far as Plymouth
Penzance 16.03
St Erth 1611 / 1613
Camborne 16.24
Truro 1639 / 1642
Par 1707 / 1710
Liskeard 1731
Ply 1755/1804
50049 with 50007 working the return 1Z69 16.03 'Mazey Day Cornishman' on the single line section at Longrock at 16.06.
18th September 2021.Copyright Andrew Triggs.
KJ just made it to Drump Lane footbride 'almost in time'. His better half struggles to keep up. Various items associated with the local transport company occupy the site of Drump Goods Yard. 18th September 2021. Copyright KJ.
The long trains speeds on past the siteof Sunset sidings and heads for Scorrier. It is difficult to visualize the complex metals of the yard which once lay here. 18th September 2021. Copyright KJ.
Beneath threatening skies 50007 and 50049 on the return Mazey Day train seen here at Apex summit. Hallenbeagle Engine house in the distance. 18th September 2021 Copyright Craig Munday.
The GBRf class 50's on their way back from Penzance emerge from Brown Queen Tunnel passing Respryn Woods on 18/09/21
Copyright Hannah Peters
Many thanks to all.
2115H The John Farrow Memorial at Yeovil Railway Centre.
Bill Elston 18th August 2021
Steam ran to Yeovil Jct 18th August 2021.
The John Farrow Memorial charter ran from London Victoria to Sherborne and thence ecs to Yeovil Jct for servicing.
This was headed by 35028 CLAN LINE, and it and support coach looked immaculate, as befits a loco used on the British Pullman trains.
The photos show the train arriving, the support coach and loco reversing to coaling area.
Best regards. Bill
The John Farrow Memorial charter ran from London Victoria to Sherborne and thence ecs to Yeovil Jct for servicing.
This was headed by 35028 CLAN LINE, and it and support coach looked immaculate, as befits a loco used on the British Pullman trains.
The photos show the train arriving, the support coach and loco reversing to coaling area.
Best regards. Bill
35028 arrives at Yeovil Junction with the John Farrow special. 18th August 2021 Copyright Bill Elston
35028 runs into the Railway Cantre, 18th August 2021 Copyright Bill Elston.
35028, 18th August 2021 Copyright Bill Elston.
The support coach, 18th August 2021 Copyright Bill Elston.
35028 turned and ready to head back., 18th August 2021 Copyright Bill Elston.
Many thanks Bill.
2115G The West Somerset Express 14th August 2021
The West Somerset Steam Express from Paddington to Bishops Lydeard ran today, and is seen here crossing Langport Viaduct and
the River Parrett hauled by Jubilee 45596 BAHAMAS.
Best wishes, Bill
the River Parrett hauled by Jubilee 45596 BAHAMAS.
Best wishes, Bill
45596 crossing Langport viaduct and river Parrett. 14th August 2021 Copyright Bill Elston
The smashing 'going away shot', 45596 crossing Langport viaduct and river Parrett. 14th August 2021b Copyright Bill Elston
Many thanks Bill.
Norton Fitzwarren
45596 arrives off the main line. 14th August 2021. Copyright Keith Turley,
45596 arrives off the mai line. 14th August 2021 Copyright Davis Tozer,
45596 heads on to the West Somerset Railway 14th August 2021 Copyright David Tozer,
Crowcombe Heathfield
7822 and 7828 at Crowcombe Heathfield 14th August 2021 Copyright David Tozer
Having taken over from 45596 at BIshops Lydeard Foxcote Manor and Oldley Manor depart Crowcombe Heathfield 14th August 2021. Copyright Keith Turley
The return run between Bishops Lydeard and Norton Fitzwarren.
Bahamas made a repeat visit to the West Somerset Railway today, the previous tour having been oversubscribed. It ran in the same paths as last time and, similarly, Bahamas came off at Bishops Lydeard to be replaced by a pair of WSR locos for the run to Watchet. The train was then brought back as empty stock to Bishops Lydeard for servicing before returning to Watchet ready for the final departure back to London, once again with Bahamas taking over from Bishops Lydeard. The attached photos show the return train between Bishops Lydeard and Norton Fizwarren.
Derek Buttivant
Derek Buttivant
Bahamas leaving Bishops Lydeard (1) 14th August 2021. Copyright Derek Buttivant.
Bahamas leaving Bishops Lydeard (2) 14th August 2021. Copyright Derek Buttivant.
Many thanks to all.
Bahamas to Plymouth
1st August 2021
1st August 2021
Preparation for the railtour
Pewsey 31st July 2021 Copyright Ken Mumford
Pewsey 31st July 2021 Copyright Ken Mumford
45596 Bahanas working to Taunton seen here at Wick. 31st July 2021 Copyright Fred Elston
Railtour Day 1st August 2021
The journey down
Hi Keith.
.Ex. LMS Jubilee 4-6-0 No.45596 'Bahamas' seen passing Stoke Canon
in the pouring rain on 1st August 2021.
working the 1Z90 08:46 Slough to Par 'Royal Duchy charter'
WCRC class 47 No.47772 'Carnforth TMD' at Stoke Canon working OZ90 11:07
Taunton to Plymouth light engine move, to work the 'Royal Duchy' forward from Plymouth to Par
having first worked the charter from Slough to Taunton before handing over to 45596.
Regards Keith Turley.
.Ex. LMS Jubilee 4-6-0 No.45596 'Bahamas' seen passing Stoke Canon
in the pouring rain on 1st August 2021.
working the 1Z90 08:46 Slough to Par 'Royal Duchy charter'
WCRC class 47 No.47772 'Carnforth TMD' at Stoke Canon working OZ90 11:07
Taunton to Plymouth light engine move, to work the 'Royal Duchy' forward from Plymouth to Par
having first worked the charter from Slough to Taunton before handing over to 45596.
Regards Keith Turley.
Bahamas at Stoke Canon 1st August 2021 Copyright Keith Turley
47772 at Stoke Canon 1st August 2021 Copyright Keith Turley
David Tozer writes :- Today at Exminster. Dave
47772 seen at Exminster 11.43 1st August 2021. Copyright. David Tozer
45596 Bahamas passes Exminster 12.23 1.st August 2021. Copyright David Tozer.
Afternoon, chaps.
Roger very kindly rang this morning to enquire after my recovery and mentioned that Bahamas was coming down. I can't move very easily at the moment, but managed to crawl to the window for a long range shot.
She was 17 late passing my location, according to web info. Not sure if I will be able to do the return run.
Best wishes, Trevor T.
I am sure that we all wish Trevor a very speedy recovery - he is only been just a few hours at home after an operation at Derriford Hospital - what a wonderful view he has - I am sure this will make him get better more quickly!!
Roger very kindly rang this morning to enquire after my recovery and mentioned that Bahamas was coming down. I can't move very easily at the moment, but managed to crawl to the window for a long range shot.
She was 17 late passing my location, according to web info. Not sure if I will be able to do the return run.
Best wishes, Trevor T.
I am sure that we all wish Trevor a very speedy recovery - he is only been just a few hours at home after an operation at Derriford Hospital - what a wonderful view he has - I am sure this will make him get better more quickly!!
45596 Bahamas on the down Royal Duchy 1Z90 passing Laira 17 late 1st August 2021. Copyright Trevor Tremethick
210801a 47772 Carnforth TMD arrives at Plymouth for the 14.06 departure of the Royal Duchy to Par. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801aa Bahamas arrives at Platform 5 in Plymouth Station. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801c Much interest was shown in this Jubilee Class engine at Plymouth Station. Possibly the first of the class to pay a visit. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801cc 45596 Bahamas with its double chimney, a reminder of 1000 County of Middlesex with its original double chimney. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801e 47772 Carnforth TMD takes over the Royal Duchy to Par. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801f 45596 With its support coach. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801g 45596 in the through line at Plymouth after detaching its support coach. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801j After turning on the Laira Triangle the engine awaits the right away to enter Dock 2 for coaling and watering. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801k The glint of the evening sunlight on Bahamas. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801m Layover in No 2 Dock in Plymouth Station. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801m Layover in No 2 Dock in Plymouth Station. Copyright Roger Winnen
The journey back
Evening Keith/Roger
Last minute decision to photograph the Tour today Diesel hauled leg in Cornwall today, 4 shots enclosed for CRS of the action with 47772 'Carnforth TMD'
All the Best
Andrew
Last minute decision to photograph the Tour today Diesel hauled leg in Cornwall today, 4 shots enclosed for CRS of the action with 47772 'Carnforth TMD'
All the Best
Andrew
During working 5Z93 15.00 Par-Par ECS move Drivers changing ends of 47772 'Carnforth TMD' by the Down Loop at Par. 1st August 2021. Copyright Andrew Triggs.
. 47772 running light back into Platform 1 and the 'Royal Duchy' ECS. 1st August 2021 Copyright Andew Triggs.
Then 47772 departs light with the ECS stock from Platform 1 (5Z93 15.00 Par-Par) 1st August 2021 Copyright Andew Triggs.
210801i Totally against the light in Par Station, The Royal Duchy is stabled prior to its departure at 17.38. Copyright Roger Winnen
Back to Lostwithiel on the A390 bridge to photograph the return from Par with 47772 'Carnforth TMD' running as 1Z92 17.38 Par-Slough as far as Plymouth to meet up with no.45596 'Bahamas' again. 1st August 2021 Copyright Andew Triggs.
Many thanks Andrew.
Good evening Keith and Roger,
I have attached 2 photos of 47772 passing Respryn this afternoon. It really is a lovely spot now that it has been cut back a little.
If only the 47 was still in RES livery and had a matching set of parcel vans hooked behind it! We can only dream.
Take care and best wishes,
Jon Hird
I have attached 2 photos of 47772 passing Respryn this afternoon. It really is a lovely spot now that it has been cut back a little.
If only the 47 was still in RES livery and had a matching set of parcel vans hooked behind it! We can only dream.
Take care and best wishes,
Jon Hird
47772 at Respryn 1st August 2021 Copyright Jon Hird.
And well worth a second look. 47772 at Respryn 1st August 2021 Copyright Jon Hird.
210801n The Royal Duchy from Par in Platform 6 at Plymouth with 45596 waiting to take over the train. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801o 45596 Bahamas moves forward prior to backing on The Royal Duchy. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801p Bang on time, The Royal Duchy departs at 18.54hrs. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801q Emerging from the Sutherland Road overbridge at Plymouth. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801r No sign of a wheel slip as the Jubilee departs Plymouth. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801t 45596 heads for Mutley Tunnel. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801u The approach to Mutley Tunnel. Copyright Roger Winnen
210801v A variety of rolling stock seen on the tour as the train enters the Mutley Tunnel. Copyright Roger Winnen
A lovely early evening shot - well caught. 45596 Bahamas on up Royal Duchy 1Z92 passing Laira 2 mins late 01.08.2021. Copyright Trevor Tremethick
Passing Pewsey Bahamas returns to Slough. 2nd July 2021. Copyright Ken Mumford.
Keith Turley writes :- The returning Royal Duchy charter the 1Z92 17:38 Par to Slough
seen passing Cullompton with Jubilee 45996 'Bahamas' looking and sounding great.
WCRC class 47 No.47772 'Carnforth TMD' also at Cullompton
with the OZ92 Plymouth to Fairwater Yard light engine move
to work the train forward from Taunton to Slough.
Regards Keith Turley.
seen passing Cullompton with Jubilee 45996 'Bahamas' looking and sounding great.
WCRC class 47 No.47772 'Carnforth TMD' also at Cullompton
with the OZ92 Plymouth to Fairwater Yard light engine move
to work the train forward from Taunton to Slough.
Regards Keith Turley.
Cullompton 1st August 2021. Copyright Keith Turley.
47772 light engine at Cullompton. 1st August 2021. Copyright Keith Tur;ey
Many thanks to all contributors
West Somerset Express Charter 24th July 2021
The outward trip -
Item 2115F1
Bahamas passes Kintbury
West Berkshire
Ken Mumford
Bahamas passes Kintbury
West Berkshire
Ken Mumford
Kintbury 45596 Bahamas 24th July 2021, Copyright Ken Mumford
Kintbury 45596 Bahamas thunders on. 24th July 2921 Copyright Ken Mumford
Item 2115F2
Bahamas at Oath, Somerset
Bill Elston
Bahamas at Oath, Somerset
Bill Elston
45596, Passes Oath with the Paddington to Minehead charter.. 24th July 2021 Copyright Bill Elston
Item 2115F3
Bahamas at Norton Somerset
David Tozer & Keith Turley
Bahamas at Norton Somerset
David Tozer & Keith Turley
Norton Fitzwarren 45596 24th July 2021 Copyright Keith Turley.
West Somerset Express Charter 24th July 2021 Pt 2
The return Trip :-
LMS 45596 'Bahamas' cruising up the Frome Avoiding line at Styles Hill at 1940hrs with the return 1Z54 1726 Minehead (starting at Watchet) - Bishops Lydeard - Paddington Railway Touring Company's 'The West Somerset Steam Express'. Luckily this was between two bouts of heavy showers. The train was reportedly hauled over the WSR by 'Manors' 7822 and 7828. Again the loco was performing admirably with 11 coaches in tow and no assisting diesel.
Regards, Guy Vincent.
Regards, Guy Vincent.
LMS 45596 'Bahamas' cruising up the Frome Avoiding line at Styles Hill. Copyright Guy Vincent.
LMS 45596 'Bahamas' stops at Frome for a short 15 minute water tank top-up whilst en route to Bishops Lydeard with the Railway Touring Company's 1Z52 0759 ex Paddington 'West Somerset Steam Express'. The loco stopped beyond the end of the station car park so preventing any front-on photo. Departure time saw an age-old railway tradition enacted when a green 'Bardic' lamp was shown to the driver, giving the 'ready to start' signal. No buzzer or bell communication provided on 'proper', traditional trains! One could almost be forgiven for thinking that these scenes were recorded on a heritage railway and not on the soon-to-be 'Great British Railways' network.
Best Regards. Guy Vincent.
Best Regards. Guy Vincent.
Frome 45596 1Z52 24th July 2021 Copyright Guy Vincent.
Frome water stop, 45596 1Z52 24th July 2021. Copyright Guy Vincent
Frome water stop, 45596 1Z52 24th July 2021. Copyright Guy Vincent
Many thanks Guy.
Bahamas at Pewsey
Ken Mumford
Ken Mumford
Bahamas races through Pewsey intent on the climb towards Savernake ahead. 24th July 2021. Copyright Ken Mumford.
Bahamas hammers on towards London in fine style. 24th July 2021. Copyright Ken Mumford.
Many thanks Ken for your dash from Swindon to catch these views.
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Item 2115E
Bahamas in Wiltshire
Guy Vincent
18th July 2021
Bahamas in Wiltshire
Guy Vincent
18th July 2021
A nice surprise in Wiltshire around midday today with what is believed to be the first ever appearance of Stanier-designed ex LMS 4-6-0 'Jubilee' 45596 'Bahamas', a highly appropriate name with the temperature today in excess of 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
45596 was built in 1934 by the North British Locomotive Company for the LMS and in 1961 received a double chimney. It was withdrawn in 1966 and purchased for preservation the following year by the Bahamas Locomotive Society. Bahamas has spent periods on the main line, chiefly in nothern England and has been displayed at the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway and the NRM, York. Its most recent overhaul was completed in January 2019 following which it returned to use on the national network.
Today the loco was heading a 1Z51 0903 Paddington - Salisbury Steam Dreams day excursion consisting of 10 coaches with no assisting diesel. Two views, the first as the train came off the Berks and Hants line and passed non-stop through Westbury station and the second looking north from Imber Road bridge, just to the south of Warminster station where a 25 minute stop was made. Compare this image with photos on the site taken in the 1980s and see how vegetation has been allowed to spread across to almost reach the running lines.
Guy Vincent
45596 was built in 1934 by the North British Locomotive Company for the LMS and in 1961 received a double chimney. It was withdrawn in 1966 and purchased for preservation the following year by the Bahamas Locomotive Society. Bahamas has spent periods on the main line, chiefly in nothern England and has been displayed at the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway and the NRM, York. Its most recent overhaul was completed in January 2019 following which it returned to use on the national network.
Today the loco was heading a 1Z51 0903 Paddington - Salisbury Steam Dreams day excursion consisting of 10 coaches with no assisting diesel. Two views, the first as the train came off the Berks and Hants line and passed non-stop through Westbury station and the second looking north from Imber Road bridge, just to the south of Warminster station where a 25 minute stop was made. Compare this image with photos on the site taken in the 1980s and see how vegetation has been allowed to spread across to almost reach the running lines.
Guy Vincent
Westbury LMS45596 1Z51 18th July 2021. Copyright Guy Vincent
Warminster LMS45596 1Z51 0903 Paddington to Salisbury 18th July 2021. Copyright Guy Vincent.
Many thanks Guy.
Item 2115D
The Royal Duchy
Tornado to Plymouth 11th July 2021
The Journey Down
Things start to go wrong!!
Afternoon Keith/Roger
A new vantage point today, the footbridge at Norton Fitzwarren, always keen to find new vantage point, all be it much changed since recent housing developments within the Village, 5 shots enclosed for CRS. Sadly due to points failure at Fairwater Yard, and a resulting delay of 106 minutes i was unable to capture 'Tornado' head west with the 'Royal Duchy'
All the Best, Andrew Triggs. Many thanks for your five photos Andrew.
Afternoon Keith/Roger
A new vantage point today, the footbridge at Norton Fitzwarren, always keen to find new vantage point, all be it much changed since recent housing developments within the Village, 5 shots enclosed for CRS. Sadly due to points failure at Fairwater Yard, and a resulting delay of 106 minutes i was unable to capture 'Tornado' head west with the 'Royal Duchy'
All the Best, Andrew Triggs. Many thanks for your five photos Andrew.
Norton Fitzwarren, Tornado comes off the WSR. 11th July 2021. Copyright Andrew Triggs
Norton Fitzwarren, Tornado comes off the WSR 11th July 2021. Copyright Andrew Triggs
Norton Fitzwarren, 3. 47813 having worked the 1Z31 08.46 Slough-Taunton diesel portion of the 'Royal Duchy' works forward 11th July 2021. Copyright Andrew Triggs
Norton Fitzwarren, DBC 66003 hauls MPV DR 98907 west, running as 09.05 Didcot Fuelling Point-Exeter Riverside 11th July 2021. Copyright Andrew Triggs
Norton Fitzwarren, Clearing Norton Fitzwarren footbridge at 11.38 running 11 early. 11th July 2021. Copyright Andrew Triggs
210711b 47813 formally with The Rail Operations Group runs ahead of the special seen at Platform 8 Plymouth Station. Copyright Roger Winnen
60163 Tornado with The Royal Duchy runs into Plymouth. Copyright Jon Hird
47813 Takes over for the run to Par as Tornado drops its support coach in the middle line. Copyright Jon Hurd
Plrnty of interest in Tornado at Plymouth. Copyright Jon Hurd
Tornado with its support coach in the middle line at Plymouth. Copyright Jon Hurd
A very wet Plymouth with 47813 and an IET in Platform 6. Copyright Jon Hurd
025A 47813 at Plymouth 11th July 2021. Copyright Jon Hird
025B Tornado at Plymouth 11th July 2021. Copyright John Hird
210711c Tornado with its support coach in the through line being passed by a Class 158 and 150 sprinter unit. Copyright Roger Winnen
210711d 60163 Tornado collects its support coach from the through line at Plymouth prior to go for coaling. Copyright Roger Winnen
025C Tornado at Plymouth 11th July 2021. Copyright John Hird
025D Tornado at Plymouth 11th July 2021. Copyright John Hird
210711e Tornado being filled with coal in Number 2 Dock. Copyright Roger Winnen
025E Tornado at Plymouth 11th July 2021. Copyright John Hird
210711g Nearly back to the buffer stops at Plymouth Tornado and the Plymouth Tower Block being refurbished for the University of Plymouth. Copyright Roger Winnen
The return journey
I was planning to go to Par on the 13.47 service from Plymouth but owing to the train running very late and the number of cancellations to the rail service owing to the shortage of drivers made it impossible.
Looking at Realtime trains 13 trains were cancelled from Plymoth which included 2 trains on the Gunnislake Line. The Cornish Main Line was greatly affected with 9 cancellations and the last four trains on the Falmouth Branch also being cancelled.
Roger Winnen.
Looking at Realtime trains 13 trains were cancelled from Plymoth which included 2 trains on the Gunnislake Line. The Cornish Main Line was greatly affected with 9 cancellations and the last four trains on the Falmouth Branch also being cancelled.
Roger Winnen.
210111a Departure board at Plymouth Stations showing Trains running and cancelations. Copyright Roger Winnen
210711i An IET heads for London Paddington in the Plymouth drizzle, being the 18.10 running late. Copyright Roger Winnen
210711j This is Tornado leaving Dock 2 those nearby never got a photograph. Copyright Roger Winnen
210711k Taken from the road overbridge of Sutherland Road where it was juct possible for a photo. Copyright Roger Winnen
210711l Tornado and its support coach awaits to reverse onto The Royal Duchy. Copyright Roger Winnen
210711m Tornado backing into Platform 6 at Plymouth. Copyright Roger Winnen
210711n Departure from Plymouth at 18.54. Copyright Roger Winnen
210711nn Coming under the Sutherland Road overbridge at Plymouth. Copyright Roger Winnen
A fantastic departure from Plymouth Station with only one slip on these curves. Copyright Roger Winnen
Heading for Mutley Tunnel and passing the site of Mutley Station. Copyright Roger Winnen
Going away into Mutley Tunnel as the train leaves Plymouth. Copyright Roger Winnen
The 'back up' engine and later train engine for the return journey beyond Taunton heads over Red Cow Crossing at Exeter St Davids. 11th July 2021. Copyright David Tozer.
60163 Tornado heads the return train at Exeter St Davids. 11th July .2021 Copyright David Tozer
Finally got to see 'Tornado' this evening, in rapidly fading light A1 pacific No.60163 'Tornado'
passes Cullompton working the 1Z34 17:38 Par to Slough.
Copyright Keith Turley.
Post script - Tornado heads home on the 12th July 2021
c) 60163 TORNADO, heading back to Southall from Bishops Lydeard. 12th July 2021. Copyright Bill Elston.
A great pity it wasn't a better day but many thanks to all who contributed to this feature.
Item 2115C
The Northern Belle Bristol- Par
9th July 2021
The Northern Belle Bristol- Par
9th July 2021
This tour ran very late indeed owing to a locomotive failure arriving at Plymouth 15.07 therefore the Plymouth to Par section had to be cancelled. Passengers were amusing themselves on Plymouth Station before departing at 16.55hrs.
57601 and failed 57314 pass Dinnaton west of Totnes with 47802 on the rear -the train 1Z26 the 11.24 of BTM for Par. 9th July 2021 Copyright Clive Smith
210709a 57601 & 57314 Hauls the Northern Belle from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouth where the train terminated. Copyright Roger Winnen
210709b 47802 Attached to the return working from Plymouth at 16.55 for Bristol Temple Meads. Copyright Roger Winnen
210709bb A British Railways buit Pullman Coach incorperated into the set. Copyright Roger Winnen
210709c Departure at 16.55 taken from the road overbridge leading to the former Royal Eye Hospital. Copyright Roger Winnen
210709d A very nice set of rolling stock with the Northern Belle. Copyright Roger Winnen
210709e Bringing up the rear is 57601 Windsor Castle and 57314. Copyright Roger Winnen
47802 heads the 1Z37 Plymouth to Bristol at Daveys Bridge east of Ivybridge, Copyright Clive Smith,
Away for a week from today, but on the first day I managed to capture today's return 1Z37 16.55 Plymouth-Bristol T.M 'Northern Belle' at Hurleys Overbridge, Devon side of Whiteball Tunnel, 2 shots enclosed for CRS. 47802 leading the return 'Northern Belle' passing by Hurley's Overbridge at 18.35 Copyright Andrew Triggs
57601 with 57314 trailing the 'Northern Belle' with Whiteball Tunnel in the distance. Copyright Andrew Triggs
Item 2115B
Cornish Riviera Statesman (2)
Shrewsbury to Penzance and return
Wednesday 7th July 2021
Cornish Riviera Statesman (2)
Shrewsbury to Penzance and return
Wednesday 7th July 2021
On 7th July 2021 LSL operated class 47s Nos. 47593 'Galloway Princess'
and No.47614 (47853) approach Exeter St. Davids working the 1Z80
05:00 Shrewsbury to Penzance 'Cornish Riviera Statesman' charter.
Copyright Keith Turley.
1Z80 05.00 Shrewsbury - Penzance with a bit of clag at Newton Abbot and 1Z81 15.24 Penzance - Shrewsbury at Brent. Copyright Clive Smith
Cornish Riviera Statesman hauled by 47593 'Galloway Princess' and 47614 passing the former Chacewater station at 12:28 on 7 July 2021. Copyright Neville King
47593 with 47614 again working the 'Cornish Riviera Statesman' running as 1Z80 05.00 Shrewsbury-Penzance approaching Penzance at 12.58. Copyright Andrew Triggs
47593 + 47614 in Slopers Siding at Penzance last Wednesday ready to runaround the stock. Copyright Mark Lynam
Propelling the 'Statesman' ECS from Slopers to Platform 1 at Penzance at 15.10. Copyright Andrew Triggs
Departing at 15.24 with 47614 leading 47593 with the return 15.24 for Shrewsbury from Platform 1 at Penzance. Copyright Andrew Triggs
47593 + 47614 departing Penzance working the return leg of the Cornish Riviera Statesman - 1Z81 1524 Penzance to Shrewsbury Copyright Mark Lynam
The return Statesman headed by 47614 passes through Redruth at 15.50. Copyright Keith Jenkin
Please find attached a photograph of the LSL class 47s storming through Restormel a little under an hour ago.
Best regards and Copyright Jon Hird
The returning special heads east through South Brent Station. Copyright Clive Smith
Item 2115A
Cornish Riviera Statesman (1)
3rd July 2021
Cornish Riviera Statesman (1)
3rd July 2021
The Down Train
Statesman at Cowley Bridge Junction 3rd July 2021 Copyright Keith Turley
Double Duffs in Devon Drizzle. 47593 & 47614 pass Daveys Bridge east of Ivybridge station with the 1Z45 04.50 Derby - Penzance 'Cornish Riviera Statesman'.
3rd July 2021 Copyright Clive Smith
210703a 47593 Galloway Princess and 47614 arrive at Plymouth with the Cornish Riviera Statesman. Copyright Roger Winnen
210703b 47593 Galloway Princess and 47614 arrive at Plymouth with the Cornish Riviera Statesman. Copyright Roger Winnen
210703d The sun came out at the right time as the train departed for Penzance. Copyright Roger Winnen
210703e The Luxury train departs Plymouth Station. for Penzance.at 11.06 Copyright Roger Winnen
210703j The Cornish Riviera Statesman enters Cornwall over the magnificent Royal Albert Bridge. Copyright Ross Griffiths
210703k The Class 47s looking spick and spam enters the Royal Duchy. Copyright Ross Griffiths
Wheal Prussia or Stony Shaft Crossing, with 47 593 Galloway Princess at the head of the down train. Copyright Mike House
20210703-1The Cornish Riviera Statemans-approaching Gwinear Road change for Helston, Porthleven etc in the early 1960s. Copyright Neville King
210703k The Cornish Riviera Statesman crosses the marsh at Marazion for its finale two mile run into Penzance. Copyright Roger Salter
1Z45 04.50 Derby-Penzance arriving at Platform 2 at Penzance with 47593 leading, running 12 late at 13.11 Copyright Andrew Triggs
Following arrival at Platform 2 47593 Galloway Princess and 47614. Copyright Andrew Triggs
Having run around the Tour stock on Slopers, heading back under Ponsandane footbridge. Copyright Andrew Triggs
The Return Working
47614 now leading the return 1Z46 15.00 Penzance-Derby passing Marazion at 15.05 Copyright Andrew Triggs
Wheal Busy or Hallenbeagle Crossing with 47 614 in charge on the return trip. of The Cornish Riviera Statesman. Copyright Mick House
20210703-The Cornish Riviera Statesman-approaching the Apex Bridge. Copyright Neville King
Cornish Riviera Statesman seen at Trethallan - plenty of clag. Copyright Julian Stephens 3rd July 2021.
210703f The return working is seen at St Austell with 47614 leading. Copyright Roger Winnen
Respryn Woods timed nicely to see the return working of 'Cornish Riviera Statesman' with 47614 and 47593 'Galloway Princess' heading back to Derby from Penzance. 3rd July 2021. Copyright Alan Peters.