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A walk through and beyond Garstang 26th October 2024

A lovely day for a visit to Garstang, Lancashire. The old main street has a collection of independent stores although there’s been some turn over in the period since Covid. It isn’t hard to get into the country from Garstang. … Continue reading

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East Lancashire Railway Steam Event 11th October 2024

Another day at the East Lancashire Railway. Arriving at Rawtenstall early to take in the view and have a cup of tea at the carriage cafe. Today’s star loco is the BR Standard 9F, freight, loco 92134. Built at Crewe … Continue reading

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Keighley and Worth Valley Railway 29th September 2024

A quick visit to the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway (KWVR). It was to be a trip to Ingrow station to see the carriage museum but there was time for a there and back on the train. Ingrow Carriage Museum … Continue reading

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East Lancashire Railway day out

An enjoyable day at the East Lancs Railway on Thursday 29th March.   Tornado, the 100mph steam loco, was the star of the show hauling full carriages on many trains. Also on duty was the Crab and diesel.  On static display … Continue reading

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