Tag Archives: railway

Potpourri #1081

Posted on August 30, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

I came across this lovely picture on the web, and typically, I forgot to note the photographer.  It’s Waddon Marsh Halt, taken from the A23 road bridge, and the power station that is now the Croydon Ikea lies behind the … Continue reading →

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Potpourri #1080

Posted on August 22, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

Another selection from the web.  Today is a Jago Hazzard day, with some looks at the London Underground/Overground (Wombling free) system. First, some thoughts on Underground names…. Then above ground…. And some stations just kept changing name….. And the station … Continue reading →

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Potpourri #1079

Posted on August 20, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

Today’s selection is of Southern EMU’s mainly around the Redhill area.  Most photos are by John Atkinson, and have been reposted from the Southern Electric Facebook site. Hastings DEMU’s at Coulsdon, Redhill, and Sevenoaks. And the preserved unit recently passing … Continue reading →

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Potpourri #1078

Posted on August 12, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

Been a few weeks since I did one of these – all those Isle of Man holiday snaps have provided plenty of superior blogging material – thanks, Allan & Ron. Let’s start with another typical ESNG running session at 1:1 … Continue reading →

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I’m walking backwards for Christmas – 12

Posted on August 8, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

The final set of pictures come from the MER Derby Castle shed.  If this object drops off the roof, the staff evacuate the shed.  All from a historic fire at the shed….. Restoring underframes…. Restoring bodywork….. And the impressive end … Continue reading →

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I’m walking backwards for Christmas – 11

Posted on August 7, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

Arriving at MER Laxey shed by Wickham trolley and trains pass on the main line…. Some interesting shunting.  I do like cars converted for other uses like this trailer.  [Correction – this vehicle was built like this as a bogie … Continue reading →

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I’m walking backwards for Christmas – 10

Posted on August 6, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

The next few days posts finish off the Isle of Man travels of Allan and Ron, returning to three visits to the car sheds on the island.  Mainly photos, with the odd (sometimes very odd) comment!   But we’ll first revisit … Continue reading →

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I’m walking backwards for Christmas – 9

Posted on August 3, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

Starting with trains today…. Sitting in Port Erin Station this morning. Waiting for a train…. And off to Douglas, waiting for the return trip to Port Erin…. And a mixture from various days of trams at Laxey and Douglas, plus … Continue reading →

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I’m walking backwards for Christmas – 8

Posted on August 2, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

Lots of pictures today, though Saturday will still be two posts – trams today and trains tomorrow. Sunny but now starting to rain. Took seasonal weekend bus to Peel and carried on to Laxey via Ramsey. Now waiting for tram … Continue reading →

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I’m walking backwards for Christmas – 7

Posted on August 1, 2023 by snitchthebudgie

Another day, another adventure (I’ve slightly lost track of the days!!) Overcast turning sunny. Made way to Laxey intending to carry on to Ramsey but due to improvement in weather and short queue decided to go up Snaefell following wet … Continue reading →

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