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And five more photographs
The preserved North Norfolk Railway does what it says on the can – it is part of the old Midland & Great Northern Railway, running along the north coast of Norfolk from Sheringham. These days, it tries to run appropriate … Continue reading
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Romney Hythe and Dymchurch, 1970
The writing mojo has gone on strike today, so here is an old photo…. Firstly, another old school railway club (I recognise the blazers) outing, in 1970, to the 15″ Romney Hythe and Dymchurch Railway. Miniature in size, but very … Continue reading
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Rail Speeders Conquer The Railroads!
Allan sent me this link, from the “Train Fanatics” site. I’m not sure such a rail tour would work in the UK – imagine the problems on the London commuter lines – and I guess all our lines are just too … Continue reading
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The first train-spotter?
Here’s an article from the BBC website to warm the heart of every gricer whoever stood on the end of a cold, windy platform….. Was this image drawn by the first member of an exclusive and much misunderstood club? Back … Continue reading
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Cold Turkey has got me on the run
I’m off to Turkey for 10 days looking at rivers, or at least where an oil pipeline crosses rivers. Same inspection job as last year, but at least I can’t get appendicitis again – or if I do, I’ll make … Continue reading
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Paddington 1970
Tidying the loft, I found an old album of black-and-white photos. Although the photos are not of great quality, they have captured some memories back in the late 60’s and early 70’s. These are of Paddington, probably around 1970. Diesel … Continue reading
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The Barriger Library – old USA steam railroad photographs
I recently came across the Barriger Library collection of old USA steam railroad photographs. Lots of inspiration if you model such things. Plenty of pleasant browsing even if you don’t. The photos are not always of the best quality, but … Continue reading
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(Rail)road runner
Next real post tomorrow with the ESNG meeting tonight. However, here’s a bonus post. Combining bird-watching and train-spotting would be ideal. I think the poor critter looks a bit confused. It’s a road, Jim, but not as we know it…. (Picture … Continue reading
Java junction
Keeping the overseas flavour, here are four shots of Banjar, Java, and some Indonesian trains. A modelling point I liked are the grassed areas between tracks. You don’t see those at Clapham Junction!
Your next modeling project?
Here’s a little modeling project for the Christmas break. If you have a siding that’s just too short for the wagons you need to park there, take a few old sleepers and hang it over a nearby stream. And when … Continue reading
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