Filthy, horrible old steam enginges!!Filthy, horrible old steam engines (and a lot more) is probably what the owner of the sparkling white Ford said as his journey along the A5 near Atherstone was rudely interrupted by the passage of a light steam loco belching smoke. The loco was William Francis a rare Beyer-Peacock Garrett 0-4-4-0 (6841/1937) working from the main site of Baddesley Colliery to the exchange sidings with the West Coast line. Today the Garrett survives as part of the National Collection, the Ford is probably…
The golden age of steam: A train obsessive's collection of photosThe golden age of steam: A train obsessive's photo collection of historic locomotives - Wales Online
BRITISH RAILWAY LOCOMOTIVE DEPOTS, WORKS AND STABLING POINTS. - Paul JohnsonFELTHAM LOCOMOTIVE DEPOT (70B) - Around 1900 the London and South Western Railway experienced a substantial growth in its freight traffic to and from London, and for transfer to other railways. By 1910 this traffic was beginning to overwhelm the existing facilities at Nine Elms. Plans were therefore made for a hump marshaling yard and motive power depot at Feltham. This location gave excellent access to the company main lines as well as direct links to the Great Western Railway and London…
MWRC 9 Mount Washington Cog Railway Steam 0-2-2-0 Cog at Mt. Washington, New Hampshire by Kevin MadoreHigh quality photograph of Mount Washington Cog Railway Steam 0-2-2-0 Cog # MWRC 9 at Mt. Washington, New Hampshire, USA.
How to Experience "The Hogwarts Express" in Real Life in ScotlandWatching the Jacobite Steam Train cross the Glenfinnan Viaduct is a magical experience for Harry Potter fans and travelers alike. This guide reveals the best viewpoints, timing tips, and everything you need to know for the perfect photo opportunity. Whether you're a train enthusiast or just love scenic landscapes, this is a must-see in Scotland. Don't miss out on one of the most iconic railway journeys in the world. #ScotlandTravel
Old Train Station Architecture#severnvalleyrailway a fabulous day ♥ #vintagelife #vintagelover #vintagestyle #vintagetravel - I'm just an oldfashioned gal ♥ ♥ 2015
Railways50YearsAgoRobert Darlaston, early 1950s: "Another GWR survivor: 4-4-0 9022 at Hatton with a brick train from the east Midlands. 9022 was built in 1938, originally mainly for light passenger trains in Mid-Wales; it was withdrawn in 1957. Hatton station, being the junction for Stratford-upon-Avon had a refreshment room into the 1950s."
Railway fanatic 'crushed to death after steam train slipped into wrong gear and trapped him between carriages'Retired police officer Robert Lund, 65, was crushed by a train at Grosmont station when it took off in the wrong direction, North Yorkshire Coroners’ Court was told.
Heritage railways: five of the best historic and romantic heritage railways to visitThe romance of a steam train, the quaint countryside stations, the scenery - you can't beat a day out to a heritage railway. Here are my favourite heritage railways to visit in the UK and abroad, including the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway, the Swanage Railway, the Weardale Railway and Mail Rail in London. Take a look at these preserved railways and heritage lines and start planning a day out. #HeritageRailway #HeritageRailways #Trains #Travel
Shed bashReal Steam Atmosphere. A few of the remaining examples of Pre-grouping steam in the form of North Eastern J27s are gathered around the turntable at Sunderland in July 1967. Examples of the class in steam are 65892, 65879, 65811 and 65855. Out on the road was 65894 which survived after being purchased for preservation by The North Eastern Loco Preservation Group and worked for many more years on the North York Moors Railway.
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