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Not forgetting that some class 28's hauled the original nuclear flasks as well. Also there was the mail/parcels train down the coast. I've not seen any photos of a 28 pulling it, but that's not to say that they didn't. Kind regards Ian

There are a few photos of DMUs at Lakeside in BR days, definitely a class 101 at the head of a few sets. It's a black and white photo, I think it was in a book, I'll have to go on a hunt when I get chance. Also Derby Lightweights https://cumbrianrailways.org.uk/gallery1.php Kind regards Ian

That's really a shame, I would have thought that in terms of the shark there would have been quite a good market given that Heljan did a vast range of Catfish and Dogfish. That said, I haven't received anything from Ellis Clark regarding my order Ian

Hi David, That's David. Ex Millom ironworks, now at Lakeside and Haverthwaite. Kind regards Ian

Did you ever hear back from them? I'm still awaiting my order, or at least a response from them! 😞 Ian

It would appear that according to WCR someone isn't happy with the Jacobite and has forced them to suspend the afternoon service https://westcoastrailways.co.uk/news/important-announcement-the-jacobite-pm-1?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3VTTnZm7NiCBc4DXLW-8cmXBkVrpOPVAOLz530Ml0APt6EPzZkdHWYyUk_aem_AeRVRttCNEJQNS9BVrCRvqTv6F_0PWQgwwjUz2QavwDdEfTAuQoPkYKm7BdLtMwjrHS05WWiaAIGwJkKxrY3kbtc Kind regards Ian

North West Regional Railways loco hauled mk1 and MK2 lasted until at least summer 2000, and probably 2001 so ties in with the class 101 Ian

Nice photos David, but you seem to have a typo, it's Gummers Howe! Kind regards Ian

Whilst our local MP is busy supporting WCR he also seems to have been told that a tamper reported hitting a underground water pipe some 53hrs before the accident. He seems to be turning into a real railway enthusiast! https://www.thewestmorlandgazette.co.uk/news/24226692.track-damaged-two-days-derailment---tim-farron/

No. Tim Farron is Kendal area, ours in Carnforth is David Morris

Practicing a 25 mph run🤔 If fitted with CDL, do the coaches have to have the external lights or could a different method be used? Ian

https://westcoastrailways.co.uk/news/jacobite-letter-from-mps-re-wcr Just found this on WCR web site So still no exemption, but now getting MPs to try and get one 🤦🏻 Ian

Err... https://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/service/gb-nr:62568/2024-04-05/detailed My mate tells me of this shunting into Carnforth this morning of a rake of very shiny mk1's in WCR livery! Anyone any thoughts anyone? Whilst I try and find a photo? Kind regards Ian

Hi Tony, I can only apologise, on reflection the word "hater" was perhaps not the wisest choice on my part, and it was not aimed at anyone, and I do respect both your views and informed responses. Ultimately, I personally feel that we probably both have a similar wish for a safe and speedy outcome that is acceptable to all parties concerned (rail industry/law makers/passengers and so on), just sometimes what sounds right in my head as I type can be read in a completely different manner thous giving a different spin on what I'm trying to say. Kind regards Ian

Hi Tony, I fear you may have misinterpreted the point I was trying to make, there should be no exemption or exception to the law that is currently in place. What was simply trying to imply was that a realistic date should have been set many years ago for CDL. Then after that date, if it doesn't have it, if doesn't run in passenger service. What one man calls a "safe work around" for not having CDL may not be seen the same by other! And for clarification - I am neither a supporter or hater of WCR or any other TOC for that matter. I know people that have worked for them, and people that still do. And most importantly to myself, I don't discuss the politics of their work place with them, likewise we don't discuss the politics of mine. Likewise, I am fully aware of the reputation of both WCR and the owner. Kindest regards Ian