December 2018

Mark's SM32 loco in a very rural and autumnal setting.

[Photo by Jim Steptoe].

Peter Mc's B1 unusually seen running on the elevated track. Ex-member Barry Kefford looking on.

[Photo by Jim Steptoe].

After David had finished running his loco, it was time for convivial discussion.

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Chris about to take a party of visitors on a trip around the ground-level track.

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....and still more leaves remain to be swept up.

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A yard scene on the SM32 track.

[Photo by Jim Steptoe]
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As each week passes it is looking more and more like a locomotive!

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Rob has drawn up and 3D printed the mould patterns (including core pieces) from which
 the safety-valves support bracket will be cast.

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Today's weather was a distinct improvement on yesterday's and brought out a couple of engines.
John is seen here driving Mark's mogul which had just successfully completed  its annual steam test.

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Steve driving Phil's Ajax loco.

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Oops, those holes are in the wrong place!
Steve welding them up in readiness for someone (who shall remain nameless) to have another go!
 

New member Richard doing a grand job clearing up the fallen leaves.
After the high winds earlier this week, surely there can't be many more left to come down!

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The lounge of Santa Express Station (no expense has been spared)

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Grotto Station looking resplendent.

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Brian and Dave having a well-earned rest and brew

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Steady progress on the plate-work of L&B loco continues

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