Nocturnal Ballast Deliveries
Alan Peters
Colas Rail 70809 was in action in the early hours of 13th January 2025 with a mainline ballast drop between Totnes and Tavistock Junction, where the train worked to Plymouth to run round before heading back to Westbury, the class 70 is seen at Totnes with 5 loaded auto hoppers. Copyright Driver Alan Peters
A short train consisting of just 3 Supertench was top and tailed by Colas class 70's from Westbury to St Blazey to unload rail in connection with the Mid Cornwall Metro project, the return 6C41 is seen in the pouring rain at Plymouth with 70809 and 70814 on the rear on 19/02/25. Copyright Driver Alan Peters
Many thanks Alan - a super couple of night shots.
Bitton Shunters
Guy Vincent
A quick look-in at Bitton, home of the Avon Valley Railway and two former BR shunters currently on site.
1) 08927 in green undercoat and with signs of recent repairs to the cab front.
2) 09004, or rather D3668 if you prefer. This loco is in ex-works condition in BR blue. It arrived at Bitton in 2024 following a period at the Swindon & Cricklade railway and on hire to industry.
Last time I visited Bitton there were other shunters present but these have since departed. Former long-term resident 07010 has moved to Peak Rail, Darley Dale and 08202 is at the Llangollen Railway. 08663 is reportedly on long-term hire to Hitachi at Newton Aycliffe, the loco was for several years based at Bristol St Philips Marsh depot.
Finally, former Severn Tunnel emergency rescue train loco 09015 was hidden within the yard and out of view.
With regards
Guy V
1) 08927 in green undercoat and with signs of recent repairs to the cab front.
2) 09004, or rather D3668 if you prefer. This loco is in ex-works condition in BR blue. It arrived at Bitton in 2024 following a period at the Swindon & Cricklade railway and on hire to industry.
Last time I visited Bitton there were other shunters present but these have since departed. Former long-term resident 07010 has moved to Peak Rail, Darley Dale and 08202 is at the Llangollen Railway. 08663 is reportedly on long-term hire to Hitachi at Newton Aycliffe, the loco was for several years based at Bristol St Philips Marsh depot.
Finally, former Severn Tunnel emergency rescue train loco 09015 was hidden within the yard and out of view.
With regards
Guy V
Bitton (AVR) - 08927. 22.02.2025, copyright Guy Vincent.
Bitton (AVR) - D3668 (09004). 22.02.2025, copyright Guy Vincent.
Many thanks, Guy - they look to be a very well kept pair of locos.
St. Austell Shots
Steve Clark
After spending the morning on Fistral Beach, there was little time for Railway related stuff but I did manage a couple of images at St Austell when I picked my Son up.
A very creative shot of 43188 leading with 43092 on the rear of the 2P90 13.15 ex Penzance. 22.02.2025, copyright Steve Clark.
43188 awaits departure from St. Austell. 22.02.2025, copyright Steve Clark.
An IET heads for Penzance past the flower beds at St. Austell. 22.02.2025, copyright Steve Clark.
Many thanks Steve, a lovely set.
Castles in the sun
Mark Lynam
22.02.2025 - 43098 at Marazion working 2P86 1113 Penzance to Plymouth. This service only being a castle set on Saturdays. Copyright Mark Lynam.
22.02.2025 - 43092 in the other direction passing the marshes at Marazion working 2C16 1015 Plymouth to Penzance. Copyright Mark Lynam.
22.02.2025 - 43189 at Restormel working 2C22 1343 Plymouth to Penzance. Copyright Mark Lynam.
Thanks very much, Mark
The Bodmin Bubblecar
Roger Winnen & Mark Lynam
22.02.2025 - The former Chilton Railways Bubble car arrives at Bodmin General on the first train of the day from Bodmin General. Copyright Roger Winnen
22.02.2025 - This Bubble Car built in 1960 must be due for Its Old Age Pension this year! Copyright Roger Winnen
22.02.2025 - D3489 Colonel Tomline built Darlington 1958 is hired in to cover the 08 shunter 08444 having TLC work. Copyright Roger Winnen
22.02.2025 - Half term holidays on a fine Saturday. Copyright Roger Winnen
22.02.2025 - The bubble departs for Bodmin Parkway. Copyright Roger Winnen
22.02.2025 - The bubble departs for Bodmin Parkway. Copyright Roger Winnen
22.02.2025 - Working in the shed at Bodmin viewed from the DMU to Boscarne. Copyright Roger Winnen
22.02.2025 - Boscarne Junction. Copyright Roger Winnen
22.02.2025 - Boscarne Junction. Copyright Roger Winnen
22.02.2025 - The Bubble Car waits departure for Bodmin Parkway. Copyright Roger Winnen
22.02.2025 - Arrival at Bodmin Parkway. Copyright Roger Winnen.
22.02.2025 - The Castle Class HST arrives at Bodmin Parkway. Copyright Roger Winnen
22.02.2025 - 121020 waits to go back up to Bodmin General. Copyright Roger Winnen
121020 at Boscarne Junction before working 14.27 Boscarne Junction to Bodmin General. Copyright Mark Lynam.
37142 with CDA 375063 being repainted in the shed at Bodmin General. Copyright Mark Lynam.
121020 in the low winter sun about to work 16.00 Bodmin General to Bodmin Parkway. Copyright Mark Lynam.
121020 at Bodmin Parkway before working 16.25 Bodmin Parkway to Bodmin General. Copyright Mark Lynam.
Many thanks Mark and Roger