Stanier 8F 2-8-0 8624 at Loughborough 2011
In November last year, a few pictures taken of 4953 Pitchford Hall were published, today we (finally!) complete looking at the brief visit to Loughborough in 2011.
Bachmann SDJR 7F Class – DCC fitting guide
The past few days has given much time for reflection, but it is now time to get on with the good old “bread and butter” Locoyard articles! And today, we see a DCC chip fitted to
SDJR 7F No88 (2011)
The second glimpse of steam this week is a couple of pictures taken at Crowcombe of the West Somerset Railway. This is S&DJR 7F 2-8-0 number 88 a beautiful locomotive, soon
Epilogue – Return of the Steam Enthusiast
Following from where we left in the previous part of this tale; 2009 started with a steam
My Journey in becoming a Steam Enthusiast, Part 6 – The Watercress Line (1997)
1997 was a significant year for the Watercress Line, as it marked it’s 20th anniversary as a preserved railway. My father and I visited the line twice that year. The line’s impressive home fleet was supplemented by some very special visitors. Continuing from last week’s post, here are a selection of photographs of the Watercress…
My Journey in becoming a Steam Enthusiast, Part 6 – The Watercress Line (up to and including 1996)
Regular readers of this blog will no doubt be very familiar with the Watercress Line! It is a railway I visit regularly now, but when growing up one that I visited relatively infrequently. However, these early visits nevertheless were regular and enjoyable enough to go a long way in sowing the seeds of becoming a steam enthusiast! Going back…
Binky’s Big Adventure in Alresford!
Todays post is one of what could be described as set of coincidences or perhaps even destiny; that lead to finding a special book! Let’s start with a little bit of background… Firstly, my beautiful wife is an avid teddy bear enthusiast. This is great for me because it allows me to pursue my hobby!…
Loco Yard 