Monthly Archives: June 2012

Thunderbolts Are GO!

Posted on 24/06/2012 by mikej

33035 took the lead on the Wirksworth Thunderbolt today at the EVR, bringing the guests and VIPS on the 10-20h from Wirksworth for the re-opening of Shottle Station. Approxinately half-way along the line, Shottle will be the passing point for … Continue reading →

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Going Green

Posted on 18/06/2012 by mikej

In the modern spirit of responding to public pressure groups (in particular the Matlock branch of the Treehuggers and Dormice Protection League who want us to go organic with our diesel), we are delighted to demonstrate our enthusiastic support with … Continue reading →

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Going, going …

Posted on 17/06/2012 by mikej

Any takers for an original nameplate for Sherwood Forester? The scene yesterday at Sheffield Railwayana auction in Derby, where Lot 100 was looking for a new home. The bidding started at £5000 and the hammer fell at £5750 plus 10% … Continue reading →

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