alaneggleston Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 I must go down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky, To walk the sea wall once more and watch the trains go by (With apologies to the late John Masefield) And another big thank you to Granitechops for all the piccies and updates! 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Stationmaster Posted August 15, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 15, 2015 Well, I went to the opening ceremony at lunch time today, in an official capacity, and took a few photos, including one or two of Don, who was also there, of course, and had the distinction of being the first buggy driver to pass over the new section of Sea Wall. The new section of wall was opened by Network Rail Western Route Director Patrick Hallgate, with the Mayor of Dawlish cutting the ribbon. Press & media were also there, as was a mobile ice cream kiosk at the Rockstone end, kindly provided for the guests by Network Rail: IMG_7366.JPG IMG_7381.JPG IMG_7386.JPG Something vaguely the familiar about the bloke bottom right in the second pic - wearing a flat cap - who appears again in 7381 and 7386. Is it our old 'friend' from that part of the world? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Captain Kernow Posted August 15, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 15, 2015 Something vaguely the familiar about the bloke bottom right in the second pic - wearing a flat cap - who appears again in 7381 and 7386. Is it our old 'friend' from that part of the world? Yes, it is, the flat cap and step ladder are quite distinctive. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
trisonic Posted August 15, 2015 Share Posted August 15, 2015 Yes, it is, the flat cap and step ladder are quite distinctive. OMG (as my daughter would text) - I thought it was him and I’ve never seen him in “real life”! Best, Pete. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BR(S) Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 A4 on Royal Duchy today seen on new Dawlish webcam: 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold Ramblin Rich Posted August 16, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 16, 2015 Just caught UofSA at Starcross earlier, running 23 min early according to realtime trains; mainly due to a shorter stop at Tiverton loops. Looked very relaxed, not having to work hard along this section. Due back through Dawlish 20:00. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Gold The Stationmaster Posted August 16, 2015 RMweb Gold Share Posted August 16, 2015 Just caught UofSA at Starcross earlier, running 23 min early according to realtime trains; mainly due to a shorter stop at Tiverton loops. Looked very relaxed, not having to work hard along this section. Due back through Dawlish 20:00. 130 late into Plymouth - noted elsewhere on RMweb that No.9 had a hotbox and was reportedly removed at Newton Abbot. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium rab Posted August 16, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 16, 2015 I know the Dawlish washout has been discussed in many non-railway circles but imagine my surprise when it got mentioned in the talk at church this morning! Even a piccy on the screen. Of course the guy got a few facts wrong, but I didn't like to challenge him after. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Siberian Snooper Posted August 16, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 16, 2015 I think a great big thank you is in order to all those involved in the restitution of the sea wall, mostly the Orange Army for their hard work, sometimes in atrocious conditions, but all to all those others involved behind the scenes that worked hard to make it all work. Also those that have made a contribution to this thread to make this an interesting narrative to a piece of what is now the history of the restoration of this piece of the sea wall at Dawlish. I have to single out "Granitechops" for his dedication in taking a lot of the day today photos and updates. Thanks. SS 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith George Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 Yes, it is, the flat cap and step ladder are quite distinctive. Who actually is it.? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granitechops Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 (edited) Work is ongoing tidying up 2.30 am Sunday workman with small trolley Scene at 6 am Sunday all the blue pipes (Water supplies?) are gone all electric cables & etc are gone apparently those sand castles left on the beach by the digger last week was the result of "sieving" the sand with a special digger bucket to remove broken concrete & steel etc left over from emptying the shipping containers And a lot more of the beach has to be yet "Sieved" over the next weeks? months? Shot of the ice cream cart Andy in action, view of 'Toblerone' wall topping end on view from south generous landing space on " High traffic" steps was it raining? yes it was It was also a pleasure to meet up with Tim & many of his colleagues,. and several visitors & locals who recognised me as Granitechops from my web scribbllings Edited August 16, 2015 by Granitechops 10 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granitechops Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 (edited) From Dawlish beach cams contribution to http://www.newsflare.com/video/51128/weather-nature/dawlish-sea-wall-footpath-reopens orange army posing for Dawlish beach cam slogan reads 'Job done part 2' then the crowds streaming along the wall First Mobility scooter along along new wall ( yours truly) talking to enthusiast/photographer Edited August 16, 2015 by Granitechops 16 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bgman Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 Bit off topic ( only slightly) .......my first trip down to Torquay today and it was a joy to see the "new" walk being used by so many happy people and many waving as the train went past. On my return to Exeter St.Davids, through Newton Abbot I spotted this in the sidings , A4 Union of South Africa simmering away which caught me by surprise as we pulled away, hence some off the worst photographs I've probably ever taken ! Quick iPhone burst !!! 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granitechops Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 NOT a lonely member of the Orange army left on duty all night by him/her self But a new lifesaving Buoyancy aid on a pole!! Looks like a good start to the day for the holiday makers sunrise over a flatish sea 12 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcriout Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 Who actually is it.? glad you have had the courage to ask as I don't know either. Please who is he Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwealleans Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 Have a read of this thread. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcriout Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Have a read of this thread.thanks I now understand Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granitechops Posted August 19, 2015 Share Posted August 19, 2015 UOSA at Buckfastleigh yesterday Tuesday middle nearside driver removed for access to bearings I did hear someone comment sorry for quality, angle of vision from viewing gallery was difficult plenty of wheel sets on view word on the platform was that she will be leaving Buckfast this Friday so maybe she will be seen going north along Dawlish seawall !!!! finally shot of rear of UOSA's tender 7 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium rab Posted August 20, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 20, 2015 I know this is a bit off topic but following Don's earlier post about UofSA leaving on Friday can anyone confirm this is happening and if so are any timings known; can't see anything on RTT. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclebobkt Posted August 21, 2015 Share Posted August 21, 2015 ... . But a new lifesaving Buoyancy aid on a pole!! LV_6.15 am 17th Aug .jpg Looks like a good start to the day for the holiday makers sunrise over a flatish sea DBC 6.45am 17 Aug.jpg 'Buoyancy aid.'? How non-PC. for this age. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium jamie92208 Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 21, 2015 'Buoyancy aid.'? How non-PC. for this age. Well at least they don't say it in French which is "Brassiere de sauvatage" which might provoke even more comment. Jamie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium TheQ Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 21, 2015 (edited) 'Buoyancy aid.'? How non-PC. for this age. Tis not a buoyancy aid, those are worn by racing sailors in Dinghies or yachts inland. A lifejacket is worn by sailors at Sea The difference being most buoyancy aid will not turn the incumbent up the right way, whereas a lifejacket will. ( A life jacket also normally has more buoyancy) On the pole should be a life bouy or life ring which a person in the sea can grab if it is thrown within reaching distance. Edited August 21, 2015 by TheQ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium rab Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 21, 2015 I know this is a bit off topic but following Don's earlier post about UofSA leaving on Friday can anyone confirm this is happening and if so are any timings known; can't see anything on RTT.Answering my own post,now know why nothing shown on RTT. Went to SDR this afternoon, 60009 still in the workshop minus middle wheelset. When I asked one of the staff when she's leaving, the reply I got was, "Don't know when she's going home, don't know how she's going home". (Mods, sorry if this is going off topic, feel free to split off into separate topic if required). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RMweb Premium Mallard60022 Posted August 21, 2015 RMweb Premium Share Posted August 21, 2015 Has anyone reminded Grainte Chops that the Vulcan will be visiting Dawlish this weekend (weather permitting) and I don't mean Mr Spock? Phil Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granitechops Posted August 22, 2015 Share Posted August 22, 2015 Has anyone reminded Grainte Chops that the Vulcan will be visiting Dawlish this weekend (weather permitting) and I don't mean Mr Spock? Phil Who could miss that the air show is sheduled to be on! The seawall will be nigh on impassible if its dry Any one in Dawlish today should be prepared to be patient Last year late afternoonish it took us 2 hours to get 1 mile home 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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