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15.11.07 - 'Earl of Merioneth' and 'Blanche' head light-engine towards Porthmadog, disturbing a flock of birds as they pass.
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| Is there a high resolution version of this I could use as my desktop background? Its a glorious photo. |
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2009-03-30 18:33:30 |
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| Visit http://www.ffestiniograilway.co.uk/wallpaper.htm - where you'll find various versions, along with other FR wallpapers.
There are also WHR wallpapers available from http://www.welshhighlandrailway.net/wallpaper.htm
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| What a glorious photograph |
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26.02.04 14:22 - 'Mountaineer' storms dramatically through Tan-y-Bwlch cutting.
F&WHR Winter - Snow & Santa... |
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| Very nice Roger. Always have had a soft spot for Mountaineer, and this is the stuff Christmas cards are made of. Thanks for sharing. |
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02.03.08 – Midway along the running shed the ‘roof-light’ clearly illuminates the timber rafters
Boston Lodge Old Engine Shed (Part 1) |
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| Your photos are usually of good quality. Technically, but mostly in the artistic sense of the word. Your series of the interior of Boston Lodge old running shed before arrival of the contractor is simply superb. Some photos are not less than a work of art.
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06.04.08 – Snow, Steam, Sunshine and... Someone from Leicester!
F&WHR - April to June 2008 |
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| Hey Roger that's me! I just love the 2 (soon to be 1) railways so try to come over as often as possible(never often enough!)
Best Wishes
Mike Spencer |
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06.04.08 – A final shaft of sunlight illuminates the lower slopes of the mountains as NGG16 No.143 passes behind Bron-y-fedw Uchaf
F&WHR - April to June 2008 |
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| A lovely end to the journey in the sunshine. |
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03.04.08 – In Boston Lodge, Rob Coulson was busy white-metalling the axleboxes from ‘Blanche’
F&WHR - April to June 2008 |
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| Roger,
As an O.A.P. living on the Isle of Wight, I don't get up to North Wales at all now. I used to help out with volunteers when Ron Lester was in charge of the permanent way - under Hugh Jones in the late 1950s. Just to see the progress and superb photos you have produced is - to me - really fascinating. The clarity of your pictures is is to be congratulated. Thank you for all your efforts.
David |
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03.04.08 – The boiler from ‘Linda’ is also in the Boiler Shop
F&WHR - April to June 2008 |
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| A wonderful slide show.
Great shots of the train travelling through such magnificent scenery.
Now I want to visit Wales to see for myself the beauty and the grandeur of the mountains and to travel on a steam train. |
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08.09.07 – It’s all just too much for some..!
F&WHR - Person to Person |
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| You've spent how much?!?!?!?! |
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21.02.08 – Steve Pritchard shows ‘The Man from Carillion’ the alignment of the WHR connection at Harbour Station...
F&WHR - Person to Person |
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| Roger, the man from Carillion is Chris Topps, General Foreman, who worked for Mowlem on Phase 1. A resident of Aberffraw, Ynys Mon. I know him from the Highways workplace.
regards,
Dave |
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14.04.08 – It is constructed from very large stone blocks, with a limited amount of infill from smaller material
Boston Lodge Old Engine Shed (Part 1) |
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| I would venture to suggest that this photo indicates the wall may have been raised at some point. There appears to be a reasonably true horizontal line running across approx 3/4 up the photo. The stone above this point, though similar in proportions to the rest of the wall, appears to be dressed differently and is of a slightly lighter shade. |
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| It would appear so at first sight... but the previous photograph shows large stone blocks at the corners of the building which pass through this 'horizontal' line. |
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03.05.08: The early afternoon sun streams through the trees as 'Lilla' and 'Jerry M' race along Bron Madog
FR - May Bank Holiday |
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| Thanks for taking the time to make your photos available to all; the latest weekend looks to have been a great event.
Regards,
Keith Young (16mm e-group) |
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05.05.08: ...and finally – the unsung hero of the weekend – ‘Britomart’ drifts through Minffordd Crossing, with Rob Coulson (sporting a natty knotted handkerchief) at the regulator...
FR - May Bank Holiday |
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| Thank you, for sharing your picture with all of us. I will be return to Wales in July from the states to visit both operation. I have so much fun just seeing these fine machine working...Hope to see on the weekend of July 25 and 26... |
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24.09.08: And so passed a man whose legacy and memory will forever remain an integral part of the Ffestiniog Railway. Fred Boughey – R.I.P.
F&WHR - September 2008 |
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| Fred.
I was so very sorry not to of been there to see you off. I was proud to of know you. Thank you for just being yourself. |
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12.10.08: I couldn't resist adding this panoramic photograph of the Glaslyn Valley and its backdrop of the Snowdonia Massif, as seen from the middle of the Cob (Don't forget to 'scroll right' for the full effect!)
F&WHR - October 2008 |
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| This would make some postcard! |
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| What a fabulous panorama!!
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26.10.08: ...leaving a smoke-filled cutting in its wake
Bob Branch Photo Charter - WHR(C) |
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| oooooooooooo! Wonderful piccy! |
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27.10.08: A timeless scene - ‘Palmerston’ approaches LC69, as the final run-past of the Photo Charter heads towards the summit...
Bob Branch Photo Charter - WHR(C) |
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| Roger,
Many thanks for a superb collection of photographs.
As life member of the FRS for over 40 years and having retired to the Isle of Wight, I rarely cross to the 'North Island' so have not seen the FR/WHR for several years, hence it is a delight to see from your pictures, what I read about in the daily ditties from the WHR web-site. I did manage, with difficulty to walk through Cutting Mawr in June 2002 - needing a strong pair of waterproof boots - nice to see it now in its present state.
Thanks again, keep up the good photos.
Best wishes,
David |
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02.11.08: A study in light and shade – the ‘light aircraft grey’ livery will provide quite a challenge to photographers!
F&WHR - November 2008 |
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27.12.08: ‘David Lloyd George’ powers round Coed-y-Bleiddiau Curve, with the 1025 train from Porthmadog...
F&WHR - December 2008 |
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| I have no photographic expertise whatsoever I just know what I find to be exceptionally pleasing to the eye and have to say that I find this shot to be particularly so. You certainally have that artistic flair referred. Do you intend to sell these images in any form? |
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13.01.09: Time to finally reveal NG/G16 No.87 in all its glory, set against a backdrop of the flooded Traeth...
F&WHR - January 2009 |
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2009-01-14 23:05:04 |
Left by Colin Milsom (#1191842) |
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| A beautiful loco in a beautiful setting! Cannot wait to ride behind her. |
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| Well done to F&WHR on preserving these magnificent ex-SAR NGG's! However I have some difficulty in coming to terms with the grey and black colour scheme and the exaggerated lettering. The traditional SAR all-black livery is, for me, how they should be. |
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| The sponsor of the restoration of No.87 has asked for the loco to initially appear in 'photographic grey' livery. After a period of time No.87 will be repainted into 'traditional' SAR livery - again at the sponsor's request... |
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13.01.09: NG/G16 No.87 stands on the outside pit road at Boston Lodge, as the winter sun illuminates the surrounding scenery...
F&WHR - January 2009 |
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2009-01-15 06:18:01 |
Left by Dave Richardson (#0) |
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| Hi Roger, could we put this pic on the Sandstone site with credit of course as we have sister loco No: 88?
Dave Richardson
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13.01.09: The contrast between the bright sunlight and the dramatic clouds helps to emphasise every detail on NG/G16 No.87...
F&WHR - January 2009 |
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2009-01-14 23:10:14 |
Left by Colin Milsom (#1191842) |
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| WELL DONE LADS! I BET SHE STEAMS WELL. |
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13.01.09: The contrast between the bright sunlight and the dramatic clouds helps to emphasise every detail on NG/G16 No.87...
F&WHR - January 2009 |
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2009-01-14 23:07:21 |
Left by Colin Milsom (#1191842) |
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| WOW - WHAT A GREAT SIGHT! |
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23.01.09: NG/G16 No.87 heads away from Harbour Station, with Operating Manager Seán Britton at the regulator...
F&WHR - January 2009 |
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| At last the beast can move under it's own steam. Well done for capturing the occasion Roger! (As usual, your photography is excellent...) |
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2009-01-24 03:00:32 |
Left by David E. Hockin (#0) |
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| Some grand shots of a fine loco (and a superb restoration!)
Dave LBIPP. |
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25.01.09: Lili Du inspects the latest ‘creature’ to invade her territory...
F&WHR - January 2009 |
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| Execellent. You can forget all the inspections, only now does it have the paw of approval. |
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01.02.09: ...as it had been used as a ‘theatre’ for two presentations on the WHR, to officers and guests of ‘Visit Wales’ and the ‘Millennium Commission’.
F&WHR - February 2009 |
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| My GOD! That looks fantastic.
Once again proving why Boston Lodge are truly world leaders!
Keep the photos coming :)
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01.02.09: Alongside WHR Carr. 2090, work continues on assembling the framework and seats of new FR ‘Super Saloon’ Carr. 103...
F&WHR - February 2009 |
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| It is a delight to see Roger's pictures. It almost (but not quite) saves me my regular visits to Blodge....
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'Golden Bolts' Ceremony - Linking the F&WHR |
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| That was my birthday!
Have a happy 58 years at least:-) |
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10.03.09: Brand new WHR Pullman Observation Carr. 2100 - fresh from the paintshop - poses for its official launch photographs at Boston Lodge...
F&WHR - March 2009 |
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| What a superb vehicle! I'm saving up for a ride in those armchairs... |
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| Once again a great series of photo's. Impressive carriage!! |
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10.03.09: Brand new WHR Pullman Observation Carr. 2100 - fresh from the paintshop - poses for its official launch photographs at Boston Lodge...
F&WHR - March 2009 |
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| Absolutely superb! The photos as well as the coach. Boston Lodge are to be congratulated on a magnificent vehicle! |
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10.03.09: Brand new WHR Pullman Observation Carr. 2100 - fresh from the paintshop - poses for its official launch photographs at Boston Lodge...
F&WHR - March 2009 |
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| wonderfull setting for a magnificent coach well done boston lodge |
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| The car looks really great. It looks like it is Black, is it Black or if not what color is it.
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Bill |
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2009-03-12 17:51:37 |
Left by Roger Dimmick (#1216536) |
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| The official description is Lancs & Yorks Railway purple-brown, as used by the FR in Victorian times - and on our Victorian liveried Heritage carriages. The colour, as seen, varies from almost black to a rich chocolate brown depending on the lighting conditions. |
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12.03.09: I couldn’t resist the temptation to grab a semi-silhouette shot against the sky filled with gathering clouds...
F&WHR - March 2009 |
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23.03.09: General Manager Paul Lewin cautiously takes NG/G16 No.87 onto WHR metals at Harbour Station, with Fireman Pete Gray and Travelling Fitter Bob Yates keeping a close-eye on progress...
F&WHR - March 2009 |
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| Perhaps the caption should read:
"I hope they torqued those Golden Bolts good an' proper !" |
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23.03.09: At 07:20 NG/G16 No.87 heads past Porthmadog Harbour and out onto the main road, as it becomes the first steam loco to traverse the WHR’s Cross-Town Link...
F&WHR - March 2009 |
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| I think this photograph is breathtaking.
This is the best publicity shot for the town that I have ever seen.
I would love a copy. |
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29.03.09: Peter Johnson casts a quizzical look in the direction of the photographer - “Errr, haven’t I seen you somewhere before?”... ‘Wol’, on the other hand, just has a quizzical look...
F&WHR - March 2009 |
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| Beautiful set of photo's of a wonderful narrow gage railway. I have been viewing and much enjoying the progress on this railroad for many years and sitting here in warm Florida, USA, marvel at the progress made. Very well done, gentlemen. |
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05.04.09: NG/G16 No.143 crosses UB46.72 (Pont Alyn) over the Cwm Cloch Bridleway, at the start of the lower reverse curves immediately above Beddgelert Station...
F&WHR - April 2009 |
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| very nice shot! Landys and trains :D |
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Boston Lodge Old Engine Shed (Part 4) |
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| Most of these photo have high qualities.
This one is a work of art.
Txs for sharing |
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Boston Lodge Old Engine Shed (Part 4) |
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| A very artistic, thorough and much appreciated record of the rebuilding! |
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17.05.09: Newly-repainted pioneer Garratt ‘K1’ emerges from T2, as it heads through the Aberglaslyn Pass with the special train to Hafod y Llyn provided for volunteers...
F&WHR - May 2009 |
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2009-06-01 12:42:04 |
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| What a truly magnificent shot. It shows off the beauty of the scenery on this railway to its best. |
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![17.05.09: On the return journey, ‘K1’ emerges from T3 and finds itself in a race through the Aberglaslyn Pass with a vintage car. The bright-yellow, 1-cylinder, 3.5hp Tonneau-bodied Renault dates from 1900 and was taking part in a tour of North Wales... [Confession time: the car actually passed two minutes before ‘K1’, but - using the ‘power’ of digital technology - I’ve produced this image as a pastiche of the famous 1923 publicity shot]](http://thumbs.fotopic.net/009058000384.jpg)
17.05.09: On the return journey, ‘K1’ emerges from T3 and finds itself in a race through the Aberglaslyn Pass with a vintage car. The bright-yellow, 1-cylinder, 3.5hp Tonneau-bodied Renault dates from 1900 and was taking part in a tour of North Wales... [Confession time: the car actually passed two minutes before ‘K1’, but - using the ‘power’ of digital technology - I’ve produced this image as a pastiche of the famous 1923 publicity shot]
F&WHR - May 2009 |
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2009-06-01 12:43:14 |
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| Great shot, brilliant idea and thanks for your honesty |
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17.05.09: Jo Clulow and Andrew Foulds at work on re-fitting components inside the frames of ‘Linda’...
F&WHR - May 2009 |
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| Where there is one sith there must always be another, but who is the master and who is the apprentice? |
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21.05.09: In perfect conditions, and against a majestic backdrop of the surrounding mountains, NG/G16s No.87 and No.143 bring the VIP train into Hafod y Llyn loop...
F&WHR - May 2009 |
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| A superb shot. This is what I've imagined that the modern WHR would look like and now it's become reality. Also it gives life to what it really feels like in this little corner of North Wales. Marvellous, well done Roger. |
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30.05.09: NG/G16 No.143 heads towards Corlan cutting with the 10:00 ex-Caernarfon...
F&WHR - May 2009 |
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| Great shot and a lot better than what I could get from my point of view!
regards
Herbert Ortner, Vienna
http://www.schmalspur-fotos.at/albums/userpics/10007/whr_ort_013a.jpg |
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01.09.09: ‘Merddin Emrys’ steams out of Harbour Station, while moving empty carriage stock from the platform road to the station yard...
F&WHR - September 2009 |
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03.09.09: ‘A Moment’s Reflection - 1’... ‘Merddin Emrys’ is studied closely by a young summer visitor...
F&WHR - September 2009 |
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| Great picture - it reminds me of the classic Southern Railway (I think) poster |
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06.08.09: ‘Blanche’ is semi-silhouetted against a magnificent sunset, as the fireman uncouples the loco from the stock of the 19:45 ex-Blaenau Ffestiniog...
F&WHR - August 2009 |
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| Wow, you have surpassed your Roger!! |
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25.08.09: The following day, ‘Earl of Merioneth’ heads the 16:00 Porthmadog to Blaenau Ffestiniog service onto ‘100 Mile an Hour Straight’, with the Rhinog mountains dominating the skyline and the A487 and entrance to Blaen-cefn campsite visible in the valley below...
F&WHR - August 2009 |
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2009-09-15 22:45:19 |
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| WOW!!! |
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12.09.09: The strong side-lighting illuminates the cab interior and highlights the gold lining on the carriages, as ‘Taliesin’ powers away from Harbour Station...
F&WHR - September 2009 |
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