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Across the Irish Sea – 5

Posted on August 26, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

Perhaps it’s worth starting today with two maps of the Isle of Man rail system.  As is now, and as it was, with many more 3′ gauge lines around the island.  It was rather like the Isle of Wight, with … Continue reading →

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Across the Irish Sea – 4

Posted on August 25, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

Douglas is the interchange between the Isle of Man steam railway and the Manx Electric Railway.  Before we venture down the electric line, we’ll spend a day at Douglas and visit the railway works. The seaside…. The station….. Steam to … Continue reading →

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Across the Irish Sea – 3

Posted on August 24, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

Today’s pictures are mostly from Port Erin, one end of the remaining section of the Isle of Man steam railway.  This lovely 3′ gauge system covered much of the island in its heyday.  I was fascinated with it as a … Continue reading →

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Across the Irish Sea – 2

Posted on August 20, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

Looking through all the pictures Allan and Ron have given me, it has been tricky to post them in a logical manner.  Although Ron has provided me with his usual day-by-day (including their ailments), it’s a small island, and they … Continue reading →

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Across the Irish Sea – 1

Posted on August 18, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

As the Goons sung so memorably… I’m walking backwards for Christmas,Across the Irish Sea,I’m walking backwards for Christmas,It’s the only thing for me. As threatened promised, today I’ll start the pictures from Allan’s and Ron’s holiday on the Isle of Man.  … Continue reading →

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A little side trip

Posted on August 14, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

I’ve still got to post pictures from the Dawes Brothers’ trip to the Isle of Man, with lots of steam, electric and horse power.  But for now, here are a few shots from Allan of a trip to Winchester. Class … Continue reading →

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Allan on the ACE

Posted on July 24, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

We return today with more pictures of Allan’s retirement trip to Exeter and back on the Atlantic Coast Express, behind Clan Line. At the head of the train…. They do let some dodgy people onto trains these days! Moral support, … Continue reading →

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Strange white stuff

Posted on July 20, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

As we beat temperature records here in the UK, Allan dropped by with pictures of his recent explorations.  And a few extra ones from his holiday in Switzerland in March.  I thought a glimpse of snow would be appreciated….. The … Continue reading →

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Crash!

Posted on July 18, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

Too hot to blog today!  To hot for almost anything requiring mental effort.  So just the crash of the day.  A very early Lehigh Valley switcher (from the livery) misses the turntable.  Please don’t try this at home, gentle readers.  … Continue reading →

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Potpourri #1053

Posted on July 16, 2022 by snitchthebudgie

Still hoping to get some more of Allan’s pictures of the Lowestoft Transport Museum and the North Norfolk Railway.  And it’s been too hot for much modelling in the loft roof room.   But for today, some old Southern station and … Continue reading →

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