Our 'Day of Railway Modelling' yesterday gave an opportunity for my D16/3 to drive up and down Pampisford. It took a bit of fiddling with insulation tape as the loco tender pickups initially were shorting on one side and then through to the locomotive via the tender drawbar and it was rather difficult to track down. The run also showed that I needed to adjust the pivot for the springing on the front driven axle as there was not quite enough weight on the rear (something I've adjusted tonight). It was good to see Pampisford up again and amazing that the layout still looks in good nick after so long.

Fen End Pit operated well during the day and we left surprisingly little sand on the floor, remembering to empty the sand box under the screens regularly rather than waiting until the box fills up so much it drops on the floor with a crash! 'Delores the Dragline' as she is described every time a parent suggested to their child that it is 'Crankie the Crane' loaded a fair few skips during the day and a good time was had by all.

Thanks to Brian for organizing the day and all those who brought along exhibits.

David