by DB Simon | Nov 9, 2018 | Article, General, news, Railway, Storms, Weather
Ever since the storms of 2014 undermined the Sea Wall, causing the famous collapse into the sea, our famous wall has come under extra scrutiny and is now one of the hottest debates in the South West and Westminster. Used as a sensational story or a political hot...
by DB Simon | Nov 6, 2018 | Article, General, news, Railway, Storms, Weather
A decision has been made today by Network Rail to close the Railway line between Teignmouth and Dawlish tomorrow morning! In a move that i have never heard of previously, the decision is based on being cautious due to the High Tide and strong winds expected. However,...
by DB Colin | Oct 24, 2018 | General, Railway
Today saw GWR 43154 and 43186 making their way along the seawall with the 584K Laira to Wabtec Doncaster to be refurbished as a Castle set 4 coach train which GWR are replacing the DMU’s with on their longer local services. Eventually there should be 11 sets in...
by DB Simon | Oct 6, 2018 | Article, Events, General, news, Railway, Steam Specials
What are you doing on Sunday morning? Four of our team have a very special invitation and we thought it only fair to allow you all to come along with us. Sadly the best we can offer is a live stream, signal permitting, but we believe you will all enjoy this one more...
by DB Simon | Oct 5, 2018 | Article, Events, General, Railway, Steam Specials
Thursday 4th October 2018 and at last we get a return visit form the now rebuilt Flying Scotsman. It’s been 15 years and an overhaul of epic proportions but we were so pleased to see 60103 make her return. Owned by the National Railway museum and operated by...
by DB Simon | Oct 2, 2018 | Diesel Specials, Events, General, news, Railway, Steam Specials
There really is so much going on this week so we thought a full list may be of use. This is how i understand all of the movements. I have included the links for journeys that do not pass the cameras, this is to give everyone the chance to plan a safe view in advance....
