Rare shot of a class 66 on the VSOE, shot at Dollands Moor, Folkestone

It's coming along SO WELL!!! 2/3rds of the blue done on the power car as of the 18th of October. Brown underframes applied

Well, a trip up to the Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway in Oxfordshire. Great little railway with some great traction. Unfortunately, although booked, neither of the class 37's or the class 31 were in operation due to faults, and so the trains comprised of the class 08, Pannier 9682 and the Class 121 Bubble car each on different trains.

Organised by UKRailtours and Hastings Diesels LTD as well as GBRf, Railways Illustrated and Help for Heroes, the Caterham Corps was a charity railtour with the aim to raise money for Help for Heroes. With the Eton Rifles, the next day, the aim was to raise 10,000 over the weekend. The Caterham Corps raised 8000 alone. Top and tailed by 73212 and 73213, the tour traversed many lines in London hauling HDL class 201 Thumper No.1001 around.

Absolutely amazing gala featuring at least 11 locos. Photting Saturday and working at Hythe Sunday.

Shunters at the East Kent Railway, and 73212 and 73206 on a GBRf Ballast working in Dover

A great EMU Gala at the East Kent Railway, featuring 09025, CEP 7105, 2-EPB 5759 and MLV 68001

Was lucky today, to see 31465 and 31233 at Dollands Moor, along with some sheds and 92's and then a quick nip down to Botolphs Bridge for Captain Howey.. uurgh

My first proper visit to the GCR proved excellent with a wide range of diesel traction working trains. They even had a steam engine, 63601 on a special service, which kept me happy ;)
Locos include classes 20, 25, 27,31,33,37,45,47,50 and 55.

Just one decent photo this time, of magnificent Battle of Britain 34067 'Tangmere' on Martin Mill Bank, near Walmer, Dover, Kent

A few shots of the Spitfire Hop Picker's special at Shakespeare Cliff in Dover, with 34067 'Tangmere' in charge. 37706 is also seen on a L/E move in connection with the tour, at Shepherdswell

A trip to London to bash the AVV with 37516 and 33207, two locos I needed to secure. Also in London was 59203 on the Harwich Hook railtour.

Lovely trip down to Cornwall, full of farces and rain

Trip to London to get a new 378 in.

A brilliant trip on the TPCF, a tourist railway in the Pyranees, which runs a long distance from Rivesaltes, to Axat. The line uses a Carvelle railcar from Rivesaltes to St Paul, and then a loco hauled train with open carriages, onwards to Axat.

During my holiday to France, we made several trips by train, including getting down to the south and back. Here are some photos from all over France of SNCF trains.

Not the best quality, but good enough from a mobile. Shots from anywhere.

Couldn't be bothered to make seperate little collections, so here is some recent bits, including 92's at Dollands Moor, and EKR stuffs.

On my way home, I travelled on 90014 from Colchester to London, where I photted 37610 and 37611 on 1Q18 at Liverpool Street, and a Colas Spoon at Bromley South, where I was epically bowled by a 375.

Nice sunny day in Norfolk, for 47832 on the Yarmouth Drags. A great farce with the loco and a fire at Crown Point meant we only did one trip, as we were mega late.

As part of the Lowestoft Airshow, NXEA put on extra trains to cope with the huge numbers of people visiting the Suffolk seaside town. The trains were formed of a MK3 set, top n tailed with 47501 and 47802. They ran from Norwich-Lowestoft. Cheers Craig for a brilliant day.

Brilliant day on the Stag and Syphon charter at Spa Valley Railway with 37254 and 33063.

Probably one of the best days of my life. Had a footplate day on 'Northern Chief' at the Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway.
Thank you ever so much Tim for a great day, and thanks Dan for taking photos of me throughout the day.

Baggy and me went down to the MRB so he could start up the 50 and do some tests. In the mean time, we had a look round the site, and photted the locos from different perspectives, not usually available on running days.

A superb gala held by the MRB, which saw visiting class 37, 37248, running alongside 40012 (D212), 50007, 08331 and 08590.

Superb railtour from Birmingham to Penzance with 37194 and 37087. Cheers Craig in particular, and Gizzy, Miles, Purch, Baggy, Daffyd, Ian, and everyone else.

Before I went to Buxton, I did a London travelcard with Josh and Nick.

Went out to Sandling, in hope of 56311 on a new Colas Intermodal. Unfortunately, it didn't run today, but I saw 92026 running 5 minutes before the set departure time of the 56, and in its path, was an MPV! How embarrassing.
At Dollands Moor, two 58's were seen, waiting to go under, and well as several class 92's and 66's. 67002 and 67003 brought the VSOE past, on its way to Folkestone. I then followed it down, photted it at Folkestone West, and then up on the cliffs at Capel, on my way home.

The day started off bad, when I realised that 47245 would be the leading loco from Paddington - Bristol, which was a designated diesel leg. 47245 is about the most quiet, tamest loco on the network.
At Bristol, we picked up a real loco, in the form of 70013 'Oliver Cromwell.' She took us down to the Paignton and Dartmouth railway, where the resident class 25 was attached to the rear to push us up over the cliffs, and down into Paignton.
An enjoyable few hours were spent wandering around Paignton and Dartmouth, before returning as per the outward route, dropping 70013 at Bristol, and continuing back to London with 47245.

47727 and 47749 on the 6Z48 Burton - Dollands Moor steel working at Westenhanger.

The class 205 Thumper, 205001 (1101) is set to be restored and returned to service next year at the East Kent Railway.
This collection will house photos of its restoration, which I am heavily involved in. So far, myself and Steve Smith have worked very hard on the grotty jobs, such as scraping away dirt and rust, and red oxiding components and the roof.
The unit will be returned in BR Blue livery.

A brilliant event laid on by the K&ESR to commemorate the last train to run on the line in BR Days.
Locos included, the O1 from the Bluebell, the USA Tank, three A1X Terriers, The P Class and a selection of diesels, including 33052.

Whilst heading to Westenhanger to see the 47 to Dollands Moor, I stopped to see the three class 58's awaiting deportation to the continent.

A great weekend put on by the East Kent Railway, featuring the Canterbury & District Model Engineering Society and the Remembrance Line, as well as many other trade stands and model steam locos and displays.

A few photos of 31285 on a Test Train in the Dover area. First seen at Shakespeare Bridge, and then at Shepherdswell.

On my way home, I stopped at Bristol for a few hours and did several local movements. These included, the Severn Beach line and a circle to Swindon via Bristol Parkway and back via Bath Spa.

On today's travels, I went on the loco hauled service from Bridgwater to Severn Tunnel Junction, where I changed for a 158 to Cheltenham. I then returned to Gloucester and down to Bristol Parkway via Cam & Dursley.

Great trip to Lymington, originating at Weston Super Mare. Met up with some of the Messroom forum lads. Cheers, Karl, Craig, Dan, Nathan and Josh for the laughs! 1498 was the unit in service on this particular day. Afterwards I took a trip up to Eastleigh, from where I made my way back to Weston.

The second day of my trip took me to Bridgwater where I picked up the Taunton-Cardiff 67 train, lead by 67017 with 67025 on the rear.
I also took a trip on the WAG 57 which wasn't as impressive as I thought it would be.... in terms of thrash!

My first day of my Western holiday. Today, I traveled from Dover to London, and then an HST from Paddington-Bristol via Bath Spa. I then went down to Taunton, where I saw my very first Cross Country HST and then on to Dawlish for a few photos.

Great day with Miles, Josh and Matt Yardley.
Starting in London, went to Sutton, then down to Bognor Regis via Horsham. Then up to Brighton, and back up the mainline to London. A trip then to Clapham Junction and up to Kings Cross to finish.

Sadly, the last day of my trip. Returning home. On the return, me and Sam went out to Harrow and Wealdstone.... to see the loco hauled train from Birmingham to Euston, using a DVT and a class 90.

Superb visit to the Llangollen Railway. Pannier 6430 was in operation. On the way and way back, me and Baggy stopped at Crewe to see what was about. 37706 and 40145 were seen, as well as a few spoons and 90's.

Well, what a great day!

The trams were pretty beast too..

A few shots at Stockport before heading to Buxton.

After a long break I have returned to the K&ESR. Here are some photos of the patrol between Tenterden and Rolvenden.

PLEASE NOTE.... MEGA LOW RES

Took my new ped over to the RHDR for a bit of linesiding. The trains were running wrong road to Hythe, and Hercules appeared with her new tender. Other locos include Hurricane and John Southland.

PLEASE NOTE... MEGA LOW RES

Great weekend, despite 73096 being out of actions. Nice line up of locos, and a well spent day.

PLEASE NOTE... MEGA LOW RES

Wel, here are the photos... a bit late I know. This was due to a computer problem.

70013 made a tremendous assault on the bank and photos show the train at various locations throughout the day.

An unidentified class 395 at Dollands Moor, and Sandling.

Took a trip down to the EKR to do a bit of work, and took some shots of the stock whilst at it.

An interesting few days on the Great Eastern Mainline, produced many interesting sightings. Starting off at Marks Tey, I saw several 90's and 66's as well as 37423 pushing an inspection saloon.
The following day, I managed to snap 47818 at Colchester, aswell as some other workings. And on the Friday, I spent some of the day at Stratford, on my way home, to see some freight workings, one of which being a couple of 86's.

Nice day on the RH&DR. Sadly, didnt manage to phot the inagural train to Romney Warren Halt. Cheers Daniel5343 for the company and god laughs.

Great day in London, seeing Tornado and Clan Line, as well as the usual units and locos.

The beautiful LNER A1 Brand New Steam Loco No.60163 'Tornado' made its very first visit to London today, with the 'Talisman' from Darlington. It is estimated that 2500 people turned out at Kings Cross to witness this awesome beast. Well done A1 lads, you've done us proud!

A few rubbish shots of 1Q12- Selhurst-Selhurst via Dover and Sittingbourne hauled by 31285 and DBSO.

One of the best railtours I have done. We started with 34067 'Tangmere' from London to Folkestone Harbour via Redhill. We then had 47787 from Folkestone-Ashford and Tangmere again for the return via Thanet and Medway.

ANOTHER ONE! The EKR now has FOUR Southern region MLV's. 68001, 68002, 68008 and 68009!

Fantastic trip to the East Midlands with the RailUk lot to participate in a Rail Rover. At Dover in the morning, 73206+73208 were seen on an engineers train. At Peterborough, various trains were seen, and then on to Nottingham, and eventually Derby and Leicester.
Thanks to Miles, Brandon, Shauna and Sam for a brilliant day.

Apologies for the rubbish photos, the weather was bad today. Oh well, here are photos of my first Javelin set, 395002 at Faversham, along with 67021 and 67019 on the VSOE.

Today, the RH&DR was operating a purple service, and used 'The Bug' which doubled headed with No12 'John Southland,' due to ongoing works on the Dungeness loop.

Today, I went on a working party, to cold Dungeness, to relay some track. We used Loco No.14 and an engineers train, to haul us, and the required resources. Was a really good day, and thanks to everyone for the company and laughs.

Just some random photos from recently that dont fit into any other collections.
Includes the K&ESR's class 25 under tarpaulins, and miniature railway bits.

My third and final day on the Kent Rover, took me to Headcorn, to see 34067 'Tangmere' on the Cathedrals Express, as well as at Paddock Wood. I also visited Tonbridge Yard, where Saturday's record of seven class 73's and a class 66, was broken. Today, there was nine class 73's and two class 66's.

Preserved Hastings Diesel Thumper unit 1001, went on its first public railtour in roughly 3 years today. The train originated in Hastings, and ran to London Victoria, and then fast down to Folkestone Harbour. With immense thrash, she thumped back up the 1 in 30 to the East, and then back to Victoria and Hastings.

A quick visit to Tonbridge Yard before heading to the SNBR.
Locos include, 73212,73213,73141,73107,73201,73205,
73209 and 66707.

My first trip to the Swanley New Barn Railway was stunning. It was a very enjoyable day, with many lovely engines in service. I have decided to become a volunteer there whenever I have time :)

Another day at the EKR, this time mainly at Eythorne.

Before and After the HST bash, I toured around London following railtours. Such tours included 34067 'Tangmere', 35028 'Clan Line,' and 5043 'Earl Of Mount Edgecumbe.' Other locos include diesels and electrics... oh.. and that 47245 thing.

AMAZING DAY!
Gizzy's birthday bash, first class from Sheffield to London on a HST. Brilliant :)

My first proper attempt at night photography went pretty well to be honest. I used a tripod this time, which makes all the difference.
The occassion was at about 11pm when 31602 and 31190 visited Dover with the 1Z06 Test Train. Although it was late, I couldnt refuse going down for a phot!

My first RailUk meet organised by myself, was to the SKLR during the Santa Specials. Wonderful day out!

A wonderful day on the Ludlow Market Express, hauled by 67025 from Paddington to Bristol, then 5029 'Nunney Castle' from Bristol- Shrewsbury. Sadly, 5029 failed at Ludlow, but managed to make it to Shrewsbury about 4 hours late, where it was taken off. We then had 67028 back to Bristol, and 67025 back to London.
Also seen at Paddington, are 57603 on the Night Riviera, and Tangmere, which arrived just after us.

Another VSOE Kent Luncheon train was seen today, again, with Clan Line. Due to a bridge being hit by a lorry in Dover, I could only get to Chartham to see it.
I experimented shooting in chrome, which was a BIG mistake. The shot of 35028 is rubbish!

A nice day spent in Oxfordshire, 'bashing HST's :) and Voyagers :(.'
The main aim was to chase 5043 'Earl of Mount Edgecumbe' and 4965 'Rood Ashton Hall' around the county, on their way to Didcot.

A trip to Birchington to see 35028 'Clan Line' storm through on a VSOE working from London Victoria- Victoria via Whitstable.

Another trip to the Harbour!

Ok, this is just a test colection, to see what the new box size is like. Although, I might as well put some decent shots on.

Here are a few old ones of the East Kent Railway's steam engine. St Dunstan.

Just found some photos I took at Stratford on the way to Eastleigh, back in FEBRUARY 2008.
Thought they might as well be shown!

What fun that was. As usual, the EKR put on a fine display for the Haloween trains. The tunnel was brilliant, and so was the activites at Eythorne. This included 'Splat the Drac' and later in the day.. 'Gunge the Drac!'

AN AMAZING DAY OUT WITH RAILUK!
Wow, what a day! Even had 46233 at Ally Pally :)

A program I downloaded allowed me to do some pretty cool things to photos. So, I thought I'd share them with you! Here are a few. The collection will be added to all the time.

Just a random few shots, of locos in Romney Shed, including the overhaul of Dr Syn. Also, a shot of Black Prince at St Marys Bay.

A nice working party day spent at Hythe & New Romney.

A new gala for the RH&DR, consisted of every loco wearing a headboard that was once worn by a British Railway's train.
Such headboards were:
'Atlantic Coast Express'
'The Talisman'
'Capitals United Express'
'Red Dragon'
'Man Of Kent'
'Golden Arrow'
'The Master Cutler'
'Cornish Riviera'

Surprisingly, the VSOE arrived an hour early, and left at about 18.30pm!

67028 and 67002 provided the traction.

Will this be the very last SKLR gala?
Lets hope not.
In 2009, the Sittingbourne & Kemsley Light Railway will probably not be in existance, due to the land being sold by their landlords.
Please, join the SOS 'Save Our Steam Railway' campaign, by sending an email or letter of support to the railway.

Visit www.sklr.net for more information.

Nevertheless, the SKLR held a brilliant gala, featuring 'Triumph, ' Melior' and 'Barton Hall.'
Due to the outstanding number of passengers, all turning up to support the railway, the timetable was thrown out of the window, and trains ran as frequently as they possibly could.

Sadly it was getting dark, so the photo is grainy, but my word.. what a noise that was making!

I was invited to represent the EKR at the CDMES open day on Sunday, and as I havnt been there before, I couldnt refuse. It was an amazing afternoon, and I even had the chance to drive a few locos!

A tremendous event held by us at the EKR. All trains were hauled by 09025 (D4113), apart from the 12.45. Units included, 2-EPB 5759, 4-CEP 5759, and MLV's, 68001, 68002, and the first runs in preservation of 68008.

Very grainy photos, due to the rubbish light conditions. 20315 and 20307 worked 6Z19 Trent- Ashford, running about 40 minutes late, and then returned about 10 minutes late on 0Z19.

An excellent gala held by the MHR, featuring many locos, including 'Kinlet Hall, 'Nunney Castle, 'Bittern', 73096, 'Wadebridge' and two Ivatt Tanks.

I was working at New Romney today, but I still managed to take a few snaps when not busy!

My first diesel/electric (throughout) railtour was Spitfire's 'The Dorset Dumpling' from London Waterloo to Weymouth.
33025 and 73136 provided the power.
Ta JG, WR, BM , JC, JW, and the rest of the riot crew for a great day.

Well, I have never seen one railtour in so many locations before!
The day kick started at Teynham, where 34067 'Tangmere' came belting through heading for Faversham, with WCRC 37712 at the rear. I then saw the train at Faversham, before I went to Herne Bay to see it on the run to Ramsgate and back.
Then to Birchington to see 37712 leading back, and finally to Sandwich for the return run.

Whilst at Ashford, I saw Hanson 59103 at Ashford on the 6V67 Sevington - Whatley stone train.

A nice trip to the RH&DR, riding around with Craig and Dan during the Dymchurch Day of Syn.

During my aamzing holiday to Majorca, I managed to find an electric railway, dating for the 1920's, which runs from the islands capital, Palma, to a small town in the North of the island, called Soller. There is then a tramway, of the same gauge (3 foot) that runs from Soller, to the Port of Soller, offering brilliant views of the Harbour.

The Palma-Soller Railway, begins by running through the streets of Palma, causing chaos to motorists :). It then runs flat through the Orange & Lemon Groves, until it begins to climb up through the mountains, giving spectacular scenery. The line cuts through a 2 mile long tunnel, then weaves around the mountainside, until it eventually reaches Soller.

A short and casual day chasing the VSOE around Folkestone, and a quick trip to Westenhanger to see the 6E38 Empty Steel train go through, hauled by 92022.

A small collection of photos from around Hollingbourne, on the Ashford to Maidstone East line, including 92017 'Shakespeare' on the 6E38 Dollands Moor- Doncaster empty steel train.

The best day I have ever had in London. Never seen so many heritage locos in one day before.
To kick things off, we started with a proper loco, No34067 'Tangmere' on the Cathedrals Express to Salisbury. This was closely followed by WCRC 37712.
DRS 47501 was seen double heading with 37059 hauling a stoneblower at Willesden.
37038 and 37602 soon passed with the 1Q18 'MENTOR' train to Euston.
During the day many class 66's and 90's passed us, including 66430.
31454 and 31459 were seen on an OOC-OOC run at South Kenton, as well as 56302 at the same location.
Lastly, 20310 and 20313 hauled the 6M95 Dungeness- Willesden Brent Nucleur Flask train through Kensington Olympia.

Cheers Craig and Galvanize for a great day out.

A great day on the RH&DR, with some different shots than the usual stuff. Locos in service were:
No2 'Northern Chief'
No3 'Southern Maid'
No5 'Hercules'
No6 'Samson'
No8 'Hurricane'
No14 'Captain Howey'

A brilliant day at the Spa Valley Diesel Gala. Locos in service were, 37254, 33063, 33065 and 73140.

A fine collection of locos around London on the 31st of July.
We saw, 73's, 66's, 37's, 20's, a 56, 90's, and 67's, as well as various other traction.
Rubbish day for photography, but great day for locos.

My first day at being Guard on the EKR, using the class 09, and 2-EPB 5759. Lovely day, but a tad too hot!

All over the place today, catching 34067 'Tangmere' at Chartham and Martin Mill, as well as a quick trip to the EKR to see 'Richborough Castle' and some freights at Ashford, including 59201 and 92041.

66007 and 67025 on the VSOE from a footbridge near Folkestone West.

35028 'Clan Line' belting through Minster on a VSOE Special.

Decided to take a trip to the SKLR today, which I havnt been to for a while. Unfortunately, there was a Rail Replacement Bus Service between Dover and Faversham, then an onward train service to Sittingbourne.
The loco in service was 'Triumph.'

A first time visit to the Didcot Railway Centre proved a success, when I went on Saturday. Two locos were in steam, and there was plenty of other things to see.

A great day out at Didcot Parkway station. Inlcludes many 66's, as well as 60071, and many other bits and pieces.

A few shots of the more interesting rolling stock at Shepherdswell.

A very interesting day at Shepherdswell, included a visit from 73212 and 73213 on 6G10, as well as a trip up the line with 'Snowdown,' on its first outing for several years.

A collection for Tim.....

A quck visit to Folkestone West and Harbour, to see the VSOE with EWS 67022 and 67026. That's 7 Skips this weekend!!!

An outstanding day in London, began at Alexandra Palace, where I met up with DelticMatt to see A4 60019 'Bittern.' I then went to St Pancras, and then Euston-Harrow & Wealdstone. Then back to Euston where we saw a Virgin 57 and a Bubble Car. I then went on to Marylebone, to see 67013 and 67015 on the Wrexham train, which we then saw belting through Northolt Park. It was then on to Greenford, via the Central Line, where we caught sight of 67029 and 67030 on the Northern Belle! From Greenford we headed into Paddington, and then out to Liverpool Street, for a train to Tottenham Hale.
It was then down to Wandsworth Road for the empty steel with 66114, then over to Kings Cross for the return of 60007 'Sir Nigel Gresley.'

What a great day!

A few photos from this afternoon at Ashford, including 66104 on the 7X13 375 drag, and 92019 and 66224 on the Empty Steel.

This is the working collection of 67006 and 67020 at Folkestone Harbour.
Please note the other collection is not working and I am unable to delete it. This collection holds the same photos, but works this time!

Another great trip to the harbour to see the VSOE. This time, it was 67020 and 67006.

Please excuse the problems with this collection. I am trying to resolve them.

Just another day in paradise.....

The East Kent Railway held their 1940's Wartime Weekend on the 7th and 8th of June 2008. Here are the photos to prove how much fun we had!

A thoroughly enjoyable trip in the cab of RH&DR No14 'Captain Howey' was given to me on Thursday, as part of my Work Experience. This was from New Romney to Hythe and back again.

A shot of RH&DR No8 'Hurricane' at Dungeness, as well as 34067 'Tangmere' storming through the Folkestone Warren at Capel.

A superb railtour hosted by Steam Dreams, took us from Waterloo to Exeter and back, using '46223 Duchess of Sutherland' and '60019 Bittern,' as well as WCRC 47245.

During a cycle ride from Folkestone to Dungeness, and back, I took a few pics of Romney trains passing. There are also a few photos from yesterdays riding on the railway.

Whilst in Brighton, I decided to do a bit of travelling. I began at the main station, and got a train to Lewes. I then came back, and got another train to Preston Park. When I returned, I went to see the Volks Electric Railway.

On the way to Brighton, we stopped at the Bluebell Railway for a few hours. Locos in service were 'Standard Tank 80151,' Maunsell 1638, and '21C123 Blackmoor Vale,' running as 'O.V.S Bulleid.'

Just a few pics of the 101 at Golgotha on the EKR.

Previously visited around 10 years ago, my trip to the Mid Hants Railway came as a bit of a surprise, and was greatly enjoyed. 35005 'Canadian Pacific' was on its last weekend running in service before an overhaul, with 73096 also running.
We started with a trip from Alton to Ropley, followed by a look around the yards. We then travelled behind 35005 to Alresford then back to Alton. and Ropley again. A quick lineside shoot produced shots of 35005 and 73096, then it was time to travel back to Alton behind 73096.
A great day on a great railway.

A nice weekend at Dymchurch and New Romney during the RH&DR's 1940's event.

A quick trip up to Ashford to catch 20310 and 20307 on the 6M95 Dungeness-Willesden Brent Flasks, 92036 on the Empty Steel, and 66057 on an unidentified working.

Just a few random snaps of the 'goings on' at the EKR on the May Bank Holiday Weekend.

A great day, surprisingly not working, at the K&ESR gala. Locos were, 3 'Bodiam,' 25 'Northiam,' 1638, visiting Prairie 5552 and N7 69621.

A superb day of diesel bashing on the Spa Valley Railway, including the first runs in preservation, of 37254. Also featured were, 33063 'R.J Mitchell', 33065 'Sealion' and 73140.

Not the best photos here, as the weather was against us all day, but I had fun chasing Tangmere around at Lenham and Dover. 73136 was on the rear.

Ok, so last Saturday did not hold the last trains on the Folkestone Harbour Branch. Today. 67005 and 67006 hauled the VSOE to the Harbour where it picked up its passengers and headed off again.

A great day in Kent and Sussex, starting with a Spoon 47851 and WCRC Saloon at Rye. The onto the RHDR for a trip to Dungeness and back, and finally my first viewing of the Nucleur Train at Lydd, with 20302 and 20306.

Some different lineside locations here, including Collins Bridge and Half Mile Curve.

Just a random shot of RHDR No8 'Hurricane' at Dymchurch on Sunday 13th April 2008.

A very sad day which included the last ever steam operated train to Folkestone Harbour, with 34067 'Tangmere,' followed by GBRf 73209, 73205 and 73204.

R.I.P FOLKESTONE HARBOUR

What right does that Roger De Haan (spits) got to destroy our railway???

Spent an afternoon walking alongside the RH&DR on the Willop between Botolphs Bridge and Burmarsh Road looking for some nice photographic locations.

37608 and 37611 are seen at Shakespeare Cliff at Dover. On the return of the 1Q14, the locos made incredible thrash running alongside the cliffs.

A quick visit to Ashford produced 57009 running light engine from Stowmarket to Ashford Works, in order to pick up a Stoneblower.

Well, I've never seen snow like that before!!! After we had finished running trains, the snow began to fall harder, until the mainline services were cancelled (nearly!) Browse these pics to see for yourself!

Whilst the snow poured down, I was ending the day by pumping fuel from the English Electric into the Ruston 427, ready to start her up for the first time in years.. in the near future!

A muddled up day caused by an 80 minute delay to 34067 at the Harbour. When it finally arrived, I had to shoot off to Bearstead to see a mate and see the 47's on the 'Canterbury Tales.'

Roll on next Saturday...!

A very complex day out in London, with 35028 'Clan Line' on a VSOE as well as many different freight trains across the capital.

Another good day of riding about on the RH&DR!

A few photos taken at the EKR during our Easter Weekend, on the Sunday and Monday.

A very good day out, on the Past-Time Rail's trip to Salisbury, behind Merchant Navy Class 35028 'Clan Line.'
We reached Salisbury via Basingstoke and Andover, and returned to London via Eastleigh, Fareham and Guildford.

A superb day of lineside photograhy on the K&ESR, with photos of Pannier '1638,' Terrier 3' 'Bodiam', visiting Beattie Well Tank 30587, and class 14 , 14029.

Riviera Trains 47843 is seen shooting through Shepherdswell with 0Z47, on route learning.

THIS IS MY 100TH COLLECTION!

Great day out, catching 37401 and 37405 around London. Also seen, are 3 trains of Chelsea supporters heading to get their backsides kicked by Barnsley, each with top and tailed 67's.

Ok, not the best collection ever, but at least it's something! I was expecting a class 66 to pass with an engineers train, but I never saw it! Just some units I'm afraid.
The bridge is a new location of mine, and leads down to the site of the old Western Docks Station

A great day with the SEREG - South East Rail Enthusiast Group, at Paddock Wood. There were many engineers trains with EWS class 66's, as well as two DRS 37's in the Serco, and 31106 on 4Q10.

If you like EPB's in BR Green, then you'll love this!

Meh

A very good day, with the newly formed SEREG - South East Rail Enthusiast Group, at Tonbridge. We saw 60090, many class 66's, and several 73's.

Another good RH&DR trip, including a few lineside shots at Dungeness and several other bits and bobs!

Just a random photo of 375615 at Dover Priory. Dont even know why I put it on the site, but why not..?

It was a very nice day today, perfect weather for a few photos at Dymchurch, whilst doing my duties.
Locos featured, are 'Southern Maid', 'Northern Chief', 'John Southland' and 'Hurricane.'

A very good day, with 4 visits from 37609 and 37612, 2 visits from 73213 and a GLV, a class 59, and a class 92.

What can I say.... AMAZING!!!!!


If you like Sheds.... Walk this way




MY LORDZ

Enough said.

An amazing day of mainly lineside photography when RH&DR Number 8 'Hurricane' returned to service after its rebuild.
Also in service, were: 'Southern Maid', 'Typhoon,' and 'John Southland.'

A rather boring day of standing around at Ashford for 6 long hours, produced photos of 3 freights at Ashford. Firstly, 66701 on 6G10, then 92013 with a train headed for Dollands Moor. Finally, 66707 with 6G11, 3 hours early!

A pointless collection, showing 375820 emerging from the tunnel at Dover Priory, as well as a shot of the 2-EPB 5759 and a P-Way trolley at the East Kent Railway.

5 freights, in a few hours!!!!!!!!! Only got phots of one, as it got dark so I videoed the rest! See them on Youtube by 'joshfromekr' when I have uploaded them!

Another fine day at the RH&DR. This time, putting up signs and fencing. Southern Maid was on Driver Experience, and Typhoon on the purple service.

A superb working party event at Burmarsh Road. This collection contains some shots of Southern Maid prepping for the days runs to Dungeness from New Romney, as well as Typhoon on Driver Experience runs at Burmarsh.

Some shots from the Hastings area, and Ashford, including 73205+73209 hauling a GLV.

Some shots of mainline trains in Canterbury, as well as the St Anselms School Model Railway Exhibition.

A few random photos in Dover, plus some shots from my model railway, with some visiting locos and stock.

A few unit shots at Shakespeare Beach, Dover, but no GLV's!

A very enjoyable day in London, catching trains on every main line, apart from the Great Eastern.

Testing out my new camera.. and saw 57009 with a stoneblower at Ashford!

Sadly the weather was very unreasonable and not very good for testing the S9600. Oh well, at least I know how to use it in rubbish weather!

A day out chasing class 66's at Tonbridge, Paddock Wood and East Farleigh.

This collection is also a farewell to my Advent Camera. The future collections will house much better quality photos, when I begin using a Fujifilm Finepix S9600.

Went for a trip to Ashford today, just to pass some time. The best thing I saw was an MPV!

A very enjoyable day, including two cab rides, and an introduction to the wonderful world of loco crews! I even cleaned two Austerities!

An amazing trip, with 34067 Tangmere from London Victoria to Norwich. Didn't get many shots, as my camera screen is broken and the ISO is all wrong, so I did videos instead. I didn't realise but the photos I actually got, came out well, apart from a date stamp on one or two.
Great trip though, heads out all the way and back!

A few random photos taken during the EKR Santa Specials.

I took a trip to London on the 8th of December to see what was about. I caught 50049 at Finsbury Park, a few 66's and a 90 at Stratford and many HST's, both on the GNER and GWR.
Apologies for the rubbish quailty of photos, but my camera is on its last legs, and I cant see the screen, so I have to guess where the train is!

Me and a mate took a trip to the footbridge and cliffs at Shakespeare in Dover, and got a few photos in the evening.

On my birthday, me and a mate went up to London to see 'Clan Line, and a few 47's.
We also ended up at the Ruislip Lido Railway.
It was a great day!

Went out to the EKR today, but focused mainly on the mainline stuff at Dover and Shepherdswell. A few pics from the EKR are also contained. It was raining hard at some points in the day!

Took a trip with my mate to London today. We went everywhere in London, chasing the EWS 37's on the 'Silverlink Swansong Railtour!'

A very very funny weekend on the East Kent. Saturday I was in the tunnel helping with the special effects, and Sunday I was doing the crossing. The last train to Eythorne was a right laugh, as I had the honour of pouring the Yucky Dip (Lumpy Jelly) over Neil's head!

During my trip to Suffolk, I spent a day exploring around Essex-- of course, by train!
I started at Colchester early in the morning, and worked down to Marks Tey. I then went back up to Colchester, and further to Manningtree. After spending a while there, I went back down to Marks Tey and down the Gainsborough Branch to Sudbury.

An amazing day out in Ashford. Me and my mate went up to Chart Leacon and down to a quiet foot crossing between Ashford and Ham Street. We got photos of normal units, and a class 37 railtour. This was the 'Atomic Harbour Master,'

Nice day at Dymchurch, and one heck of a non-stop!



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A very interesting day at Dymchurch, featuring many double headers! And even triple headers! I hope you enjoy looking at the photos as much as I enjoyed being there!

An amazing day out organised by the K&ESR and the RCTS. We all met at 7.30am at Ashford and took a very posh coach with a very entertaining driver right the way down to Froissy, which to be honest, is in the middle of nowhere! The gala featured 5 steam locos, 2 of which were on passenger duties and 3 were on freight.
One thing, if health and safety from the UK went over there, the railway would be instantly shut down. However this was one of the best railways I have ever been on... so screw the UK Health & Safety!

A day out on the RH&DR. Only went between Hythe & New Romney, but I enjoyed it. Heres a few pics.....

As I got a half day off school, I decided to go to Dymchurch for a few hours. I saw Typhoon a few times, aswell as Hercules and Captain Howey double heading.

A tiring day, resulting in me nearly losing 2 of my fingers, and making a spledid job of the GUV at Eythorne. Well done to all who helped!

The new 'livery' of Adisham station. The local chavs have graffitied the station, for the second time in the past few months. Only managed to get a few photos as I was passing through on a train. I'm not keen on railway graffiting, but thats about as good as it gets, and thankfully there were no swear words! Shouldn't be on a station though!!!

An amazing event layed on by the Spa Valley Railway with lots off Hellfire at Claggage! The event featured 3 visiting engines, including GWR Taffy Tank 6695, GWR Pannier Tank 9466 and class 25 D7612. The resident line-up included Jinty 47493 and class 73 E6047.

Took a trip with my mate Rob to the Spa Valley Railway today. On the way home, we went to a footbridge over Tonbridge Yard.



I CABBED 47493!! WOOOOO

Another enjoyable day at Dymchurch! Only a green service though, so not many trains were running. At the end of the day I rode between Dymchurch & New Romney behind the Chief.

A hectic day at Dymchurch, with the Thomas Event going on. Bure Valley number 1 'Wroxham Broad' starred as Thomas, and did a few trips between Romney and Hythe.

The Shepeard Neame 'Hop Pickers' special arrives at Faversham hauled by Southern Pacific 34067 'Tangmere.' On the rear, was WCRC Class 37/0 37248 'Loch Arkaig.'

A few pics from the busy day at Dymchurch, which involved the Prince failing at Burmarsh Road, which had to be pushed by Typhoon, delaying the days trains. However, the railway did a grand job of timekeeping and ran every train.

Working on the number 1 siding in Tenterden Town Station today. It was the open day, and we were hard at work, with many trains running beside us. The P-Class and 25 were out, and as the DMMU failed, it had to dragged around all day by the 33!

Saturday's action on the EKR Gala 2007. Trains ran to Wigmore Lane, and the day was enjoyed by all.

A few latest pics from the EKR, including the miniature railway extension and shunting around the line.

After leaving the K&ESR we went to Brighton. In Brighton we went on the Volks Electric Railway.

Went for a quick ride from Tenterden to Northiam on Saturday behind 'Bodiam' before going to Brighton.

Spent a few hours at Rolvenden today, watching number 24 and number 3, as well as an interesting shunt by the 33 dragging the dead class 08.

Took a trip from Sudbury along the Gainsborough Line to Chappel & Wakes Colne to visit the East Anglian Railway Museum. However, it was a Monday and nothing was happening, but the site was open and I had a look around.

Took a trip, whilst on holiday to the North Norfolk Railway. bit of an unlucky day for me though. Missed the bus, missed my train from Norwich, and covered myself in hot tea!!! Oh well. Nice railway, and nice locos. The J15 and N7 were running. On the way back I stopped off at Wroxham for an hour to see the BVR for one last time. I saw 'Spitfire' arrive, and then i dashed to the station to catch my train back to Lowestoft.

Took a trip from Lowestoft to Wroxham to the Bure Valley Railway for the day. Very nice little railway, and it was so hot, I walked the lineside cycle path from Aylsham to Brampton to catch the last train back to Wroxham.

On my way to holiday, we stopped off for 10 minutes at the CVR to see what was about. We didn't go on the platform, but we could see enough from the car park.

Spent a few hours at Folkestone Harbour to see the Nelly. After it left, we darted to Cheriton to see her under a footbridge, but missed it by about 2 minutes! Oh well, got a 375 anyway!

Spent a few hours over Canterbury West today, to watch Tangmere come in with the VSOE. It did stuggle a bit with 13 coaches in tow and no diesel on the back, when it left the station to shunt the coaches into a siding. Later on I went up to St Stephens level crossing to see the train leave on its way back to London.

A great afternoon was spent over at Folkestone Harbour when Royal Train locos 67005 and 67006 hauled the VSOE. As I knew the driver I was invited into the cab, and saw how complicated these locos are!

A great day was spent chasing Tangmere around Kent today. I first visited Faversham to see her come in from Ramsgate, and then to Westenhanger to see her speedy run through that station.

A few pics from Waterloo and Charing Cross from the air.

A great event layed on by the RH&DR to mark 80 years since the lines opening. I did lineside shots on Saturday and riding trains on the Sunday.

A few photos of the class 375's at Dover and Ramsgate.

Wow! An amazing morning was spent at Folkestone Harbour, when 850 'Lord Nelson' brought its train of Pullmans down the branch. There was a class 67 diesel on the front of the train to assist with the bank, and to bring the train in, as there is no run round loop there.

A day of riding trains on the RH&DR with my mate from the EKR.

Probably the best special event I have ever seen put on by the EKR! I only went the Saturday as I was at the RH&DR Sunday. The re-enactors were amazing!

850 stopped for water at Folkestone West on a Wednesday in the middle of May.

A few photos of the action on Sunday 13th. Most pictures will be cropped to save space! :D

What an amazing day! I was on the track all day working in my P-WAY gang, but I saw all the action! The J15 '65462' from the North Norfolk Railway was visiting, as well as the terrier 'Freshwater' from the Isle of Wight Steam Railway. Terrier number 3 'Bodiam' was running, with 23 'Holman F Stephens' and P Class 753 representing our loco fleet.

What an amazing place! Lots of engines, and stuff. Take a look.....
Apologies for the lack of photo quality, but there isn't very many good photo opertunities in the museum, and the sun is always in the way of your photos, shining in from the roof!

A collection of photos from Doncaster station, mainly taken on a very busy Friday 13th.

New photos of the EKR on my new camera, therefore being better quality than any of the older photos by far.

A selection of my lastest photos, mainly on the RH&DR taken on my new 10 mega pixel camera.

Tangmere runs to Folkestone Harbour on the 27/1/07.

On the 20th of January 2007 I went to Suffolk. We travelled on possibly the most interesting mainline operated line I have ever travelled on. The line is single track from Marks Tey in essex to Sudbury in Suffolk. Its only a few miles long but passes through the East Anglian Railway Musuem on the way. The railway is operated by ONE railways and uses class 156's andd 153's.

2 Charter trains at Canterbury West in one day! First came 67005 on an orient express excursion, and just an hour or so after came 45231 'The Sherwood Forester' on a Catherdrals Express working!

The K&ESR's Class 33 'Ashford.

A day at Ashford International with a visit from 34067 Tangmere.

A great day out with double headers and triple headers!

A collection of photos from Dymchurch on the Romney Hythe & Dymchurch Railway on September 30th 2006 and the October 1st 2006

The English Electric 'Richborough Castle' locomotive owned by the East Kent Railway returned to traffic during the annual gala weekend in 2006.

Some photos from the popular EKR bus rally of 2006

Some photos of the ballast trains that passed through Shepherdswell, Kent on the 19th of August 2006

A collection of photos from the East Kent Railway's EPB 50 years gala and annual gala towards the end of August 2006.

Some photos taken by my freind Peter Harris during the 'Giants of Steam' event in 2005.

Some photos of the model village on the seafront at Great Yarmouth.

Some photos of my holiday to Norfolk in August 2006. We visited the railway on Tuesday 8th, when ZB classes 'Spitfire' and 'Blickling Hall' as well as the diesel '2nd Air Division USAAF' were running.

Here are a few photos I took on my holiday to Norfolk on the 11th of August 2006. The J15 and S160 were hauling passenger trains, as well as two trips being hauled by a class 31 diesel.

Some photos that I have taken of recent mainline railtours. Featured, are photos of mainline excursions around the country.
I recently visited Ashford to see 34067 'Tangmere' on a Pastime Railtours trip. Unexpectadly, the chairman of the East Kent Railway was driving the locomotive.

Some photos that me and my family took in France. Look out for the unusual shots on the Velo rail de pont Erambourg, which is a preserved line in Swiss Normandy. They have a few locomotives and restored rolling stock, but you can hire out special trolleys with pedals, which allows you to cycle down the 5km line! But beware of when you meet another as you have to lift it off the track to allow them to pass! VERY HEAVY, BUT GREAT FUN!

Here you will find some photos of the hard work that we have carried out on the East Kent Railway's English Electric 'Richborough Castle' locomotive.

This folder consists of a few photos I took whilst on a short weekend holiday in the attractive town of Hastings. Although the only locomotive is a steam outline diesel, I enjoyed my visit. The 10 1/4 inch gauge railway runs for about a quarter of a mile along the seafront in the 'Old Town.'

Some photos from the beloved 15 inch gauge miniature mainline running from Hythe- Dungeness, on the Kent Coast.
The locomotives are mainly all pacific designs based on main line locomotives, but there are a few exceptions. There are two mountaineer design (4-8-2's) and an 0-4-0. There are also two bo-bo diesels and three petrol shunters used to shunt at New Romney.
This totals 16 locomotives.

This Collection will house all of my Mainline shots, including ones from Dover, Canterbury and other Southeastern places.

This collection shows many photos from the railway that I volunteer at, with behnd the scenes shots as well as public views. The railway is great if you are a fan of modern electric stock, which have now been withdrawn from the mainline. The EPB group-based at Shepherdswell- maintain and restore these wonderful units as they were ehen they were built.

This is a gallery of photos that I have taken over the last few months at the K&ESR. Included, are many special events and trackside shots capturing the fascination of the railway.