Monthly Archives: October 2011

Star Performer

Posted on 23/10/2011 by mikej

The long wait was finally over for the many Crompton fans that headed to Wirksworth this weekend, and for our dedicated team. After all the hard work and determination of our volunteers and our many supporters, 33035 had no options … Continue reading →

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CoBo Bodylift

Posted on 04/10/2011 by mikej

On Saturday 24th September 2011 Class 28 Co-Bo D5705 was lifted off its bogies for the second time in preservation, in the yard at Baron Street Loco works on the East Lancashire Railway after a couple of months of preparations. … Continue reading →

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Reflections on the Nene Valley Railway Diesel Gala

Posted on 03/10/2011 by mikej

Our flagship Sherwood Forester celebrated its 50th anniversary year in fine and sunny style at the  Nene Valley Railway Diesel Gala this weekend, joining forces with the home fleet and visiting locos from Butterley and Barrow Hill courtesy of haulage … Continue reading →

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