avonside1563 Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 The Foxfield Summer Gala is fast approaching again and will once more provide the spectacle of industrial locomotives doing battle with a variety of coal wagons on the fearsome Foxfield Bank, 2/3 of a mile at an average gradient of 1 in 25 with the steepest section being 1 in 19. This year's guest locomotive is Hudswell Clark 0-6-0ST 'Wissington' which will line up alongside the home fleet of 0-4-0ST Beyer Peacock 1827, 0-6-0WT Bellerophon, 0-4-0 Dubs Crane Tank, 0-4-0ST Kent Electric No.2 and 0-6-0ST Florence No.2. There will be two passenger trains operating between Blythe Bridge, Caverswall Road and Dilhorne Park, a standard service rake of Mk1's and the Knotty Heritage Train. This will give the added interested of trains being shunted into the Bay platform at Caverswall Road Station, which will be acting as the departure platform, and trains will depart roughly every 45 minutes from 10am until 4pm. A free bus service will be operating between Blythe Bridge station on the Stoke-Derby line, Caverswall Road station and Foxfield Colliery throughout both days. Plenty of other attractions also during the weekend, including a beer festival in the 'One Legged Shunter' station bar at Caverswall Road. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenng Posted June 22, 2015 Share Posted June 22, 2015 Any one going up on the Saturday from the Cambridge area? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
5050 Posted June 29, 2015 Share Posted June 29, 2015 I'm hoping to get there on the Sunday - mainly so I can get some detail shots of Florence for my build. There's one or two smaller elements of the construction that I don't want to start until I've seen her again. It's always a worthwhile weekend - even if it's wet. The steam and smoke effects (and slipping in the wet) on the bank are an experience! Will you be driving again Avonside? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
avonside1563 Posted June 29, 2015 Author Share Posted June 29, 2015 Not sure yet, haven't seen the roster for the weekend. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
avonside1563 Posted July 2, 2015 Author Share Posted July 2, 2015 Peckett 1567/1920 'Ackton Hall No.3'arrived at Foxfield yesterday from the National Coal Mining Museum at Caphouse Colliery ,following negotiations that saw ownership passing to the Foxfield Light Railway Society. There are plans already in place for a full overhaul and return to steam for this sole surviving example of a Peckett inside cylinder 0-6-0ST. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenng Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 Any one going up on the Saturday or Sunday from the Cambridge area? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
5050 Posted July 2, 2015 Share Posted July 2, 2015 Peckett 1567/1920 'Ackton Hall No.3'arrived at Foxfield yesterday from the National Coal Mining Museum at Caphouse Colliery ,following negotiations that saw ownership passing to the Foxfield Light Railway Society. There are plans already in place for a full overhaul and return to steam for this sole surviving example of a Peckett inside cylinder 0-6-0ST. That's good, I've seen it slowly rotting away over the years while driving past. I've always doubted their ability to restore it. What sort of condition is it actually in? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
avonside1563 Posted July 2, 2015 Author Share Posted July 2, 2015 It's basically complete, although it will need new tank cab and bunker. A full survey will be undertaken to establish exactly what work is required and the plan refined accordingly. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
avonside1563 Posted July 3, 2015 Author Share Posted July 3, 2015 There is an early morning charter on the Saturday of the gala featuring Wissington at Foxfield colliery. The charter runs from 7am to 9.30am (approx) and participants will receive a £5 discount on the ticket price on the day. If you are interested in participating please contact mail.30742@btinternet.com Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
avonside1563 Posted July 8, 2015 Author Share Posted July 8, 2015 Bagnall 2842 'Kent electric No.2' returned from long term loan to the Chasewater Railway last week and was back in service for the first time in nearly two years at Foxfield this last weekend hauling the Knotty coaches. (photo: Kieron Rigby) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
avonside1563 Posted July 13, 2015 Author Share Posted July 13, 2015 Wissington arrived last week and was steamed and undertook a clearance run to Foxfield colliery over the weekend. Here she's seen on Foxfield Bank looking very much like she's back amongst the Fens fetching coal for the sugar works. (Photo: Dave Scragg) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
avonside1563 Posted July 15, 2015 Author Share Posted July 15, 2015 Here is a pdf file of this coming weekend's timetable including lifting demonstrations by Dubs crane tank at Foxfield colliery. Public Timetable FLR Summer Gala 2015.pdf There are still places left on the Saturday early morning charter at Foxfield Colliery featuring Wissington. Contact mail.30742@btinternet.com for details and bookings. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
avonside1563 Posted July 15, 2015 Author Share Posted July 15, 2015 As a joint arrangement visitors attending both the foxfield gala and Middleton Hunslet 150 will get a 25% discount at the second event they attend on production of a ticket from the first. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
avonside1563 Posted July 16, 2015 Author Share Posted July 16, 2015 Here's a shot of two Bristol products together. Newly arrived Peckett Ackton Hall sits behind Avonside 1563 at Caverswall Road last weekend. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
glenng Posted July 16, 2015 Share Posted July 16, 2015 Any one going up on the Saturday or Sunday from the Cambridge area?Willing to shear the expenses. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
avonside1563 Posted July 16, 2015 Author Share Posted July 16, 2015 Tomorrow is the day before the gala, lots going on at Foxfield to shunt the stock and prepare the locos. There will be plenty of activity and the 'One Legged Shunter' station bar will be open in the evening should anyone wish to come along for a preview, a pint and a natter. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
5050 Posted July 17, 2015 Share Posted July 17, 2015 For various reasons, mostly medically related, I won't be able to get down this year after all. Mrs 5050 has 'advised' me not to go Actually I don't think my leg would stand up to the driving and the walking so it's for the best. So, as I was going to try and get some detailed photos of 'Florence' (for my current build which, due to my problem, has taken a back seat currently), if anyone could find time to photograph for me the pipework etc. relating to the injectors/clack valves and also their relationship to the springs, boiler, footplate and cab front I would be extremely obliged. Also, I would like a view of the cab interior, especially the inside of the cab back and the actual position of the reverser. All I can offer is my thanks and a referral when I write the build up later! Have a great weekend. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
avonside1563 Posted July 20, 2015 Author Share Posted July 20, 2015 For various reasons, mostly medically related, I won't be able to get down this year after all. Mrs 5050 has 'advised' me not to go Actually I don't think my leg would stand up to the driving and the walking so it's for the best. So, as I was going to try and get some detailed photos of 'Florence' (for my current build which, due to my problem, has taken a back seat currently), if anyone could find time to photograph for me the pipework etc. relating to the injectors/clack valves and also their relationship to the springs, boiler, footplate and cab front I would be extremely obliged. Also, I would like a view of the cab interior, especially the inside of the cab back and the actual position of the reverser. All I can offer is my thanks and a referral when I write the build up later! Have a great weekend. Here's a shot of Florence's cab, will try and get some more next time I'm up at Foxfield. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
class"66" Posted July 20, 2015 Share Posted July 20, 2015 Realy need to pop along to this!! not been for long while... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium 5944 Posted July 20, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted July 20, 2015 Getting Ready by Nigel Pitt, on Flickr Prep by Nigel Pitt, on Flickr Colliery by Nigel Pitt, on Flickr On The Bank by Nigel Pitt, on Flickr A few photos from early on Saturday morning. The rest of the collection at https://www.flickr.com/photos/5944/sets/72157653810941403 A most enjoyable way to spend the day, even if it did mean a 3.30am alarm call to get there for the charter! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Young Posted July 27, 2015 Share Posted July 27, 2015 Having been away on holiday this last week, have only now got round to posting some photos of the Gala to my Flickr page: https://www.flickr.com/photos/pandaonetwofive/sets/72157654095938074 As always, an excellent event. Could only stay until lunchtime on the Saturday but as always, was well worth the short drive down the A50. The sun shone and had my first ride in the Knotty Train, an excellent addition to Foxfield and all credit to those who have done the restoration work. Cheers, Andrew Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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