A trio from Phil
Phil 'Shattered' Smith
37401 'Mary Queen of Scots' at Bristol Temple Meads in 1998. Copyright Phil Smith.
St. Blazey workhorses 37672 and 37669 head west at Exeter St. Davids in 1992. Copyright Phil Smith.
A smashing photo of 37670 and 37417 pounding through Dawlish with a consignment of 'white gold' (China clay) in 1991.
Many thanks as always Phil, some great photos of classic traction, I'm sure they will be well enjoyed by our readers.
Largin from above
Jon Hird
I spent a pleasant 30 minutes earlier today (03.02.24) out in the woods above Largin Viaduct. The sun didn't make an appearance, but this did allow me to take a shot from the opposite side of the bridge, something that wouldn't be possible on a bright day due to the shadows.
The main attraction was the empty JIA's returning to St. Blazey, but I did also take the opportunity to take some photos of the site of the long-since demolished signal box whilst the drone was up in the air.
The main attraction was the empty JIA's returning to St. Blazey, but I did also take the opportunity to take some photos of the site of the long-since demolished signal box whilst the drone was up in the air.
Running around 90 minutes early, 66021 brings 17 empty JIA's down the valley heading for St. Blazey running as 6V74. The rear of the train hasn't long cleared St. Pinnock viaduct. Copyright Jon Hird.
GWR IET units 800006 and 800022 head for Paddington working 1A82 the 09:11 service from Penzance. The drone is hovering just above the highest of the evergreen trees on the hillside to capture this angle. Copyright Jon Hird.
Details around the west end of the viaduct. Copyright Jon Hird.
Largin signal box once stood beyond the 50mph sign and before the first electrical/relay cabinet. Whilst taking the photos I wrongly assumed that the blockworks at the base of the speed limit sign were the remains of the box, but from looking at photos on this website that would appear to have been a small shelter/cabin/hut of some kind. Copyright Jon Hird.
This small building has survived and looks in good condition. Perhaps it would make a good 'Air BnB' for those who'd like a stay in a remote location! Copyright Jon Hird.
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