BR Blue 20001 leads 20227 at Ropley Mid Hants Gala	[#8539706] 2006-07-11 23:46:52 Left by David Mulligan (#0) Reply Hi Michael, I was going to say im surprised our paths hadn't crossed before but it seems they have been very close. Me and Paylor are stood on the bridge! Dave [#8539709] 2006-07-12 00:01:42 Left by Michael (#0) Reply Yes, so close yet so far. Was good seeing you at Barrow Hill. Next up Toton and Derby. I should see you for that
Virgin 87004 speeds through Rugby. Class 87's	[#8558215] 2006-09-02 22:43:06 Left by john (#0) Reply a real beast van 4 [#8559148] 2006-09-05 23:22:29 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Glad you like the photo! Yes indeed a great locomotive and one of the last 87's with Virgin. This loco is now stored, but with the likes of itself and 87010 they could return some day!!! [#8680848] 2007-09-13 10:53:23 Left by John (#0) Reply What a BEASTLY loco best van ever built super thrashed this for over 85.000 miles [#8680849] 2007-09-13 10:57:44 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply That is some haulage indeed mate! :) But with whats on the railways now can it be beaten??? - I set you that challange!!! Cheers for looking at the webitse :)
Grey 09102 in a sorry state as it is being robbed for parts to return 09011 to traffic, it is seen with Grey 08900 South Wales Trip To Margam and Margam Knuckle Yard, and Reading West Yard...	[#8520679] 2006-05-18 18:07:01 Left by john (#0) Reply A shame to see this, just a few months ago it was running up and down Newport [#8520700] 2006-05-18 19:04:33 Left by Michael (#0) Reply She is now in an even worse state being robbed for spares for 09011, 08995 and 09105. 08102 has lost its front gril now and is bacically a shell with a stripped engine. [#8526026] 2006-05-30 23:51:40 Left by Brian (#0) Reply Still in WNTS pool. Poor Admin... [#8730933] 2008-04-03 18:24:26 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply ...it is 2008 now and it still sits in WNTS...oooops does come to mind, wonder where admin got that one wrong! Is now even in a worse state then it was!
Trainload Freight Coal liveried 60057 stabled infront of 66066 South Wales Trip To Margam	[#8436831] 2005-10-24 07:47:03 Left by K.Sherman (#1097782) Reply Nice Pic of another beast Michael. [#8523658] 2006-05-25 12:53:25 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for your comments and I hope to bring along more good photos :)
RT Oxford Blue 47839 at Cardiff with the Rugby specials Margam, Newport and Cardiff...	[#8456678] 2005-11-23 18:46:09 Left by (#0) Reply 47839 is in RT Oxford Blue not BR Blue m8 [#8456701] 2005-11-23 19:39:38 Left by Michael Wright (#0) Reply Thanks for the infor on 47839, I have corrected the image descriptions, thanks :)
Hanson liveried 59101 arrives at Acton Yard with a rake of MRL Hoppers London, Acton, Old Oak And Other Locations	[#8466962] 2005-12-26 13:04:53 Left by Andy hollis (#0) Reply Loads of fantastic shots do you by any chance sell your photo's in any way let me know would be more than happy to buy some. Kind Regards Andy [#8467088] 2005-12-26 23:15:13 Left by Michael Wright (#0) Reply Hello, thanks for your comments, I have emailed you to your home email your requested information :)
Large Logo Blue 37425 stabled at Acton One Hell Of A Day In London Town	[#8473496] 2006-01-18 11:08:45 Left by simon hammond (#0) Reply hello there i saw 37425 yesterday between 1400-1500 she went past my work place just outside east reading unfortunately she wasn't going full chat but what a sight, i love these locos i;m 27 but don't remember these as akid and i have only seen and heard these on dvd but to see one in the flesh was amazing if only it was on full chat. best regards a 37 fan. [#8473781] 2006-01-18 22:47:01 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Yes indeed, such a beast indeed, well may I suggesta trip into London to get the EWS 37/4's, as 37405/411/419/425 are currently based in London
The Fab Three, EWS 37405, BR Green 37411 and EWS 37419 stabled together in the shed, a rare sight indeed One Hell Of A Day In London Town	[#8472311] 2006-01-14 23:03:27 Left by AJP (#0) Reply Quality!! Three great machines!! [#8473783] 2006-01-18 22:47:33 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed they are, and it was a treat to see them all stabled side by side!!! [#8477737] 2006-01-29 20:11:39 Left by john (#0) Reply nice pic their but they should be out on the mainline :( [#8730931] 2008-04-03 18:22:35 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Still a few aboutwhich could return at some stage, certainly not a sight likely to be seen again for a very long time if at all at the depot! Still nice memories :)
A slightly different view of EWS 37405 A Sunny Day In London Town	[#8520674] 2006-05-18 17:57:32 Left by john (#0) Reply interesting shot, good though [#8520701] 2006-05-18 19:05:04 Left by Michael (#0) Reply Thanks, yes I did like the artistic shot thought it made a change.
Stored EWS 37670 and 37669 nose to nose A Very Busy Margam	[#8520362] 2006-05-17 21:30:44 Left by (#0) Reply Nice shot. I like nose shots. [#8520376] 2006-05-17 22:07:34 Left by Michael (#0) Reply Hello, Thanks for your comments, yes I also do, its good to have a vaired selection of photographs and artistic ones as well.
Stored EWS 37669 A Very Busy Margam	[#8518765] 2006-05-15 22:15:48 Left by (#0) Reply Really Nice photograph, any chance you could take some photographs of Freightliner engines and email them for the website, [#8518784] 2006-05-15 23:11:04 Left by Michael (#0) Reply Thanks for your comment, I have contacted you over this matter :)
Now back from France, Fertis 56118 and 58016 are seen stabled while they await examining A Sunny Morning In London Town	[#8541500] 2006-07-18 11:18:46 Left by Tim (#0) Reply Good pic there Michael. Nice to see these locos back on their home turf. You had good luck with the weather I see. Superb site all round. [#8541750] 2006-07-18 23:10:40 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello Tim, thanks for your comments, indeed I am glad to see them back, and hopefully when the others return a few more will join them. Indeed the weather was very good for photos - and very hot! Thanks, I am glad you like the site :)
One of the last unstickered class 60's remaining, Trainload Freight Petroleum 60054 stabled South Wales Wonderland...	[#8662972] 2007-07-15 22:44:26 Left by Paul (#0) Reply What a great show of stored locos. Let's hope they will burst into life again some day. [#8662995] 2007-07-15 23:31:35 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi there, glad you have taken interest in my photos, the loco in question is in use again, while others on the same site, 60033/067 will be back, and 37411/425 have also seen periods of use, as for the others, who knows :)
EWS 37405 depards Clapham Junction in fare weather with a charter to Eastbourne. As only 4 EWS 37's are operational seeing an EWS 37 at Clapham Junction is now rare EWS Tractor Back In Town!!!	[#8551708] 2006-08-17 20:10:56 Left by Tim (#0) Reply Classic shot there Michael. The destination wasn't Bournemouth though, it was in fact visiting Eastbourne for the airshow. [#8551735] 2006-08-17 21:46:09 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello Tim. Thanks for your comments and thanks for correcting me on the charters destination :)
DRS 20315 stabled in the DRS sidings at Crewe Freightliner: Crewe Basford Hall On A Mission	[#8558521] 2006-09-03 23:56:34 Left by Graeme Wilson (#0) Reply God I do wish they had let us get nearer those DRS locos than they did! ;) [#8558718] 2006-09-04 15:52:45 Left by Michael. (#0) Reply So close yet so far! Didnt do too badly and I am pleased with the photos of DRS 20307/315, 37605 considering they were badly parked. Still out for better pics of them though!
Mainline Blue (with sticker) 60078 stabled in the sun with 60063, 60031 and 60079 Sun, Spoil And Classic Traction!!!	[#8565036] 2006-09-25 16:23:34 Left by (#0) Reply Cracking loco-cracking shot----Jamie [#8565040] 2006-09-25 16:33:27 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks Jamie glad you like it. Indeed such a powerful beast. Still though I got my work cut out to get close to your photo standards mate! :)
EWS 66089 leads the engineers train T&T with 66009 at London Waterloo London Waterloo Engineers	[#8637846] 2007-05-01 23:21:44 Left by Mark Widdop (#1049105) Reply A very nice shot micheal in an unusual location [#8637850] 2007-05-01 23:33:16 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Mate, thanks glad you like the photo! Certainly a rare sight on the southern network :) EWS class 66's at Waterloo, normally dominated by units are few and far between these days! :)
The only Connex liveried 456, here we see 456024 at Clapham Junction, now sadly in Southern colours and this scene now history Clapham Conundrum	[#8574205] 2006-10-26 09:10:29 Left by Timothy Rowley (#1023405) Reply Hi Michael You have a nice set of shots from your visit to Clapham, nice range of units and loco's. As regards 456024 I thought this was the only 456 in connex colours rather than the last. Tim.. [#8574348] 2006-10-26 11:23:23 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello Tim, thanks, I am glad you like the photos. With regards to 456 in Connex, I think a while back two carried Connex livery for a while, now however yes, 456024, has for a long while been the last example remaining. I will do some research into it though. See if it is the only one, then I shall edit the photos descriton accordingly. Cheers! [#8645397] 2007-05-23 01:31:41 Left by Neil (#0) Reply 456024 was the only 456 in Connex - now in Southern green. [#8730930] 2008-04-03 18:20:56 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Right, thanks for letting me know, all but a memory now :(
EWS 37422 retruned to use and on its first main working with EWS 67018 DIT on the 6M44 Eastleigh - Wembley enterprise through Clapham Canton Returns In London Town	[#8637843] 2007-05-01 23:14:50 Left by Mark Widdop (#1049105) Reply A great little shot [#8637853] 2007-05-01 23:35:03 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Mate, thanks glad you like the photo! Certainly a rare sight on the southern network. This working normally an EWS 66 or EWS 67!
Freightliner 86501 covers for a 90 on a southbound modal Carry On Down Rugby	[#8637748] 2007-05-01 20:11:32 Left by NB (#0) Reply Yeh it was a lovely suprise instead of the booked 90! Great pic mate! :D [#8637762] 2007-05-01 20:27:11 Left by Michael, (#0) Reply Hi there matey. Indeed was a nice suprise to see the 86 aka the "mega can" lol :) scorcher of a day too, was nice the trainwas loaded for a good photo! :) Thanks once again
GBRF Metronet 66720 works a northbound modal in the evening sun Carry On Down Rugby	[#8637751] 2007-05-01 20:15:44 Left by NB (#0) Reply Pefect pic m8! keep it up :D [#8637763] 2007-05-01 20:28:05 Left by Michael ., (#0) Reply Hi there, indeed was a bonus as the loco was needed. Glad the sun on the other side didnt prove too much of a problem! Metronet does indeed suit the GBRF 66's as well :)
LMS Maroon 6233 works north with a coach through the station in lovely clear weather Carry On Down Rugby	[#8637753] 2007-05-01 20:16:53 Left by NB (#0) Reply Not a huge fan of steamers but this one was good! Made the day more interesting. Good pic! [#8637767] 2007-05-01 20:30:03 Left by Michael .. (#0) Reply Hi there, glad you liked the photo! Was going at a good pace that steamer as well. I will however say that dont worry I am NOT becoming a Kettle Ned!!! :) (hahaha)
GBRF Metronet 66720 works a northbound modal in the afternoon sun Carry On Down Rugby	[#8637829] 2007-05-01 22:46:44 Left by NB (#0) Reply Two words: BLOODY FANTASTIC! Great pic there mate! Cant belive it didnt blurrrr! Great Job! what a day it was! :D [#8637838] 2007-05-01 23:10:38 Left by Michael .,., (#0) Reply Yep indeed. Jammy does come to mind, I do sometimes get the support of the Gods for managing to get such images. I was'nt expecting such a nice image either! Still shows nothing is impossible :)
Stored Virgin 87011 Long Marston Open Event	[#8656103] 2007-06-25 22:40:33 Left by Matt (#0) Reply The 87s are owned by Porterbrook leasing, Michael. Matt http://photos-by-tube.fotopic.net [#8656113] 2007-06-25 23:08:08 Left by Michael.A.Wright (#0) Reply Indeed they are, however the main idea was to say the locomotives current guise livery wise not its owner. Indeed all the class 87's are Porterborook owned. Thanks for viewing my site and your comments! :)
DRS 37218 leads 37602 at Clapham Junction, the train basks in the sun while it gets set to head off back into the heart of London Sunny London Specialties...	[#8654139] 2007-06-19 22:21:24 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Great shot of 37218 at Clapham. Saw this at Wandsworth Road on 14/06/07 running around 4 hours late. Great fotopic aswell with some great photos, keep up the good work. Craig, www.craigrailpics.fotopic.net [#8654183] 2007-06-20 00:18:07 Left by Michael.A.Wright (#0) Reply Hi Craig, thats four your interest in the site and my photos. I have added you to my fotopic communiity :) Indeed DRS 37's at Clapham including the 37/0 made a rare sight and the weather was nice all the same. Once again thanks for your comment :)
Looking at Freightliner 66593, 66502 and EWS 60021 from the cab of Freightliner 86501 Basford Bashing	[#8661814] 2007-07-12 11:30:10 Left by Julian/1288gaje (#1098202) Reply I like this photo, really captures the railway scene nicely http://www.flickr.com/photos/juliang2006/ [#8661858] 2007-07-12 15:22:21 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi, thanks for your comment, I am glad you liked the angle I decided to take, its always good to have some variation. Thanks for looking at my pictures and I hope you show future interest in my fotopoc site :)
DRS 47802 makes a very rare appearance at Kensington Olympia on a special staff charter, the train is seen stabled in the sun, DRS 47237 on the other end Sunny London Blues	[#8665911] 2007-07-25 04:36:42 Left by shaun (#0) Reply very nice photo [#8665935] 2007-07-25 07:18:59 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Nice set of photos from London Michael especially ones of this charter. Would've liked to got a few photos of the train arriving but was on a 313 behind it. I was standing behind you when you took the photo of the 377 and 47802 next to each other. Thanks for the comment on my site and thanks for adding my site to your community. Cheers, CraigS [#8665964] 2007-07-25 10:56:51 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for taking interest in my photos, I plan to keep updating on a regular basis! :) [#8666019] 2007-07-25 15:28:03 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, the train itself ran 1/2hour early so it was by pure luck I managed to get the earlier train there and was suprised when they rolled in early. Ah yes I roughly remember your position, seems London is such a small place. Thanks once again for your interest in my photos, more to follow soon, and as for the fotopic cmmunity invite, not a problem mate! :)
Fastline 56303 on a southbound modal in the afternoon sun WCML Summer Wanders	[#8671919] 2007-08-14 22:11:33 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply More nice shots Michael. Want to visit Rugby again soon. Did it last year in August and saw 56303 for the first time looking rather cleaner and when the loads used to be a lot less than they are now. CraigS. [#8671933] 2007-08-14 22:39:12 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate glad you keep checking back to my website, seems you and I nearly cross paths quite often when out on the lineside! Ah indeed 56303 clean, really thats one I havent seen, more like thrashing its guts out nowadays! Anyway thanks for looking once again and please do keep checking back as more updates will be coming this week "en mass" :)
EWS 37410 heads to Eastbourne with a special charter in the morning, it is seen passing Clapham EWS 37 /4 London Jaunt	[#8673868] 2007-08-21 18:48:21 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Nice shot of 37410 and thanks for leaving the comment on my site. Also like your shots of Basford Hall. Would really like to go there one day. CraigS [#8673888] 2007-08-21 19:27:02 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, thanks for taking a look at the gallery again. Indeed the sun, only just managed to pop out! Basford Hall I will be arranging sometime shortly and when that is done I will let you know! :) Cheers! :)
Freightliner 47150 being repaired and spruced up, now a black headcode and repainted yellow ends, a return beckons Freightliner Crewe Basford Hall	[#8673339] 2007-08-20 09:40:17 Left by Timothy Rowley (#1023405) Reply Hi Michael A great shot I do hope this loco makes a return to the main line, its been sat in that spot now for at least a week. Basford Hall seemed quite packed when you visited, I was there last Sunday and there was nothing there really. Tim. [#8673387] 2007-08-20 12:59:03 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Tim, indeed with Basford Hall it is pot luck on wather or not its busy, it figures I always bring the rain when I visit though! Still a great day out. 47510 is apparantly going to be kept by Freightliner for use as the Basford Hall shunter and will also venture out for special events and galas, so I was told, mainline use is still to be looked into by Freightliner. Still she is in good hands. Glad you like the new photos anyway and I will be in touch, thanks for looking :) [#8679974] 2007-09-10 18:15:36 Left by James Power (#1134519) Reply She's certainly a cracker of a loco, although she should really be at the helm of a train Nice selction of pics as always Best Wishes James [#8679980] 2007-09-10 18:40:23 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Inded, long trains and out on the mainline would be ideal, however sadly it was not meant to be, still at least the loco will see use, glad you like the photos and please do check back soon :)
Freightliner 47830 stabled Freightliner Crewe Basford Hall	[#8673709] 2007-08-21 11:12:14 Left by Tim (#0) Reply Excellent shot there mate. Last time I saw this beast it was at Selhurst with a fresh 456 from Wolverton. Wish I could have joined you but I just couldn't ignore that 50 heading to Eastbourne! [#8673733] 2007-08-21 13:18:42 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Tim, indeed it is still going strong, I am sure at some point a trip can well be organised for a visit up the WCML, there is always something unusual showing up round about then :) I hope that 50 was captured perfectly, I will be checking! :) Cheers and keep checking back! :)
Fertis 56032 basks in the sunshine while posing at the head of what looks like a old mail train, the good old days Old Oak Common Classic Traction	[#8679776] 2007-09-09 21:20:48 Left by ben (#0) Reply Ah i wonder how you got so close to take that picture you must have been very lucky to get into old oak wish i could great pics though [#8679791] 2007-09-09 22:12:13 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed luck is the name of the game, it is handy to know people within the business but its all official. Im glad you like the photos, it makes a change, certainly for the UK to have sunny weather! So indeed luck all aroud, please call back to my website again :)
Back to the early 1990's with Sector locos, 33063, 37518 and 31271 lined up on Wansford shed Nene Valley Railway Gala	[#8687486] 2007-10-08 21:46:44 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Nice lineup shot. Shame you didn't have nice sunny weather still I think you got some great photos from the NVR diesel gala. Regards, CraigS [#8687520] 2007-10-08 23:05:38 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, thanks for once again showing interest in my photos, the lineup, as it happens was like that for about 2mins, as the 31 was blocked by a 14 earlier, so was lucky on that part, as for sun, was forecast, but this is England we are on about! The gala was good fun and shall attend to the NVR one as well, I would recommed you attend as well worth a day out. Thanks once again for your comments!!! :)
Just a photo with an artistic view of the railways Sunny Southern	[#8730613] 2008-04-02 18:56:46 Left by tom.picturebook.org.uk (#0) Reply this photo is fantastic!! I love the composition! Only thing thats missing is a steam engine :) [#8730928] 2008-04-03 18:19:33 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Afternoon, thanks for stopping by, the location being Winchester, and at some point if on a sunny day a steam charter does go that way, would make for an unusual photo, lots of little GEM's like this on our network just a case of finding them which can prove to be a little bit tricky at tmes! Thanks for visiting and please drop by again soon. Regards Michael :)
Fertis 58046 stored. Eastleigh "Eggtimers"	[#8690797] 2007-10-21 21:37:29 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Great photos Michael of locos that should be on the mainline and not in sidings stored. Like this photo a lot. Regards, CraigS [#8690801] 2007-10-21 21:44:22 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, thanks once again for looking at my site, indeed a waste of good old locos, my pic of 58007 will go up later when I can find it. The class 58's are still in good conditionand maybe, who knows return to our mainline. Once again thanks for your interest and I will be in touch!!! :)
TSO Yellow 58050 stored, this loco will be preservation bound Eastleigh "Eggtimers"	[#8713466] 2008-01-27 20:06:48 Left by Themaincobbler (#0) Reply Nice Bone shots at Eastleigh! I envy your photos of these in their foreign liveries, would love to get some shots of them myself! Keep it up [#8713502] 2008-01-27 22:03:01 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi there mate, thanks for taking interest in my photos, it is indeed nice to have them since their return. Thanks for your interest and keep checking back!!! :)
SECO Orange 58040 with Fertis 58004 sit in the cold, stored Eastleigh "Eggtimers"	[#8690592] 2007-10-20 22:11:23 Left by laird of glencrannog (#0) Reply Very nice M,chael Brian [#8690600] 2007-10-20 23:03:56 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Many thanks for your comments mate, please look back again soon!!! :)
DRS 66430 at Alstom Wembley on the RHTT with 66421 Alstom Wembley & London Town	[#8699716] 2007-11-29 18:49:13 Left by Timothy Rowley (#1023405) Reply Great shot of the Dred, wouldn't mind getting a shot like that myself, always find depot shots really intresting giving a quick view of the goings on. Tim. [#8699737] 2007-11-29 20:37:07 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Tim, thanks for your comment, it was only a fast visit but somewhere I plan to visit again. Indeed this RHTT set in particular has been photographed at Nuneaton mostly, with some images of it at Rugby so I'd thought I'd have a go of it at the other end in a different environment to the norm. Seems to have worked well. Glad you like the photo mate, shall be in touch!!! :)
Fertis 56087 leads several stored classmates in Wembley Yard Wembley Yard	[#8699257] 2007-11-27 15:51:58 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Nice photos from Wembley Yard. I didn't realise there were several 56s stored here. I thought there were only two or three although wagons have been in the way when I have passed there on the train a few times of late so I wouldn't really know what would be there, lol. Regards, CraigS, www.craigrailpics.fotopic.net [#8699287] 2007-11-27 18:24:27 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for looking at my website again. Wagons do block the locos either side, the cab of 56065 is just visible I think from passing trains along with a bit of 56117, they are sort of stuck right in the middle typically so asside from these, and a few my friend who was also there took, most probably the only ones around of the lot since their return. Meanwhile 56078/106, 58035 are sat at Dollands Moor awaiting transfer. Indeed many stored there, 13 in total and a waste of traction in my opinion. Anyway thanks for checking back and Im glad you like the photos, thanks again for your interest!!! :)
DRS Compass liveried 37610 thows up smoke while stabled at Woking Classical London	[#8705361] 2007-12-24 23:52:27 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply A great photo Michael. Wasn't to keen on the new DRS Compass livery on the 37 but starting to like it. Looks better on a 47/57 though. Great photos Michael and have a great Christmas and New Year. Regards, CraigS. [#8705365] 2007-12-25 00:15:22 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, Thanks for your comments, I agree at first was not keen but does oddly suit the locomotive now. Hope all is well and likewise have a Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year!!! :)
BR Blue 33053 running around NVR Spring Gala & WCRC Charter	[#8722464] 2008-03-03 10:48:53 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Hi Michael, I had a slight suspicion that you would be at the NVR Diesel Gala. I also went and I thought it was a great gala, just like last years Spring Diesel Gala. Anyway this is a really nice shot, as are the rest. Best Wishes, CraigS. [#8722541] 2008-03-03 18:43:36 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello :) I gathered you may well have been, I didn't stay long as I was a bit disappointed that the 37 was not fully repainted likewise the 56, I think they should have been left as they were untill after the gala :) The October gala there was indeed a great event! Thanks for looking at my photos again and popping by, please visit again soon. Regards, Michael!!! :)
Bringing back memories of the old days from L to R 56071 (56059/060 behind) 56007/118, 56074/037 and 56058 (56090 behind) The Real OC Time Warp In London Town	[#8726690] 2008-03-18 20:03:54 Left by Dave Lindsell (#1157899) Reply I've had a couple of looks at this collection now, Michael. I think I actually prefer it to the Immingham selection I was raving about. There's something a bit incongruous about rows and rows of 56s and 58s at Old Oak. A lovely collection of shots - all "au naturel" by the looks of it without "shopping" in brighter liveries!! [#8726702] 2008-03-18 20:48:49 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Evening and thanks for taking a good look. It was indeed a sight to see, good in that the locos survive and aside from liveries take you back to the days where 66's were not on the network! :) What future for the locos I dont know, most of the 56's used on the Fertis contract are operational and sometimes are started to keep them going. OC is a depot which like IM is old and full of rarities but a depot which stands the test of time better than IM in the dgree of having a turntable and often heritage locos on site! Indeed no trickery done! All the best thanks for your comment and please look back again! Regards, Michael :)
Blast From The Past - Bluebell Railway	[#8731188] 2008-04-04 23:24:37 Left by Dave Lindsell (#1157899) Reply Really lovely evocative set, Michael. Love truly wonderful shots and all the more distinctive and in period through being B&W. I particularly like the way you've captured the railway staff but the various shots of 80151 are akso favourites of mine. Only negative would be that a couple are slightly overexposed and need a tweak. D [#8731195] 2008-04-04 23:49:40 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Evening Dave, many thanks for stopping buy and your comments, it does indeed reflect what times would have been like, odd as I was njot alive back in those days! Nice to know the feel is there, glad youy like them overall, I have noted which are a bit overexposed and they will be delt with accordingly. Many thanks and please stop by again. Regards, Michael! :)
57004 with 57003 DIT bursts into life one more time in its final days with Freightliner on a repositioning move Crewe Classics	[#8736188] 2008-04-23 17:57:55 Left by Julian G (37603) (#0) Reply Woah, did Freightliner suddenly fit steam heat boilers in the 57s :o Nice pics of the depot, I always enjoy looking at your photos of the depot Regards, Julian G (37603) www.flickr.com/photos/juliang2006/ [#8736203] 2008-04-23 18:47:55 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Julian, thanksfor popping by, indeed I was not aware what a 57 could do clag wise...untill that day! :) I believe its the last time Freightliner used the loco, as 57003 was taken to Barry not under FL while DRS took 57004 over t Gresty bridge. There goes another era! Anyway please stop by again I'll try to keep the photos coming :) Regards, Michael.
WSMR 67015 reflected in the windows of a Chiltern 165 London Summer Sun & The Other WSMR 67's	[#8756892] 2008-07-14 16:57:07 Left by hyperen (#0) Reply That looks more like a 168 [#8756893] 2008-07-14 17:16:52 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello there, just checked through some other photos, would appear to be a 165 as stated, unless while I was there the said train pulled out and was replaced by a 168 which is possibe as I did stop for a quick lunch. Thanks for highlighting that for me :)
WSMR 67013 leading the 'Cargo D' stock, rebranded appropritaely London Summer Sun & The Other WSMR 67's	[#8735066] 2008-04-18 12:54:26 Left by dazza387 (#0) Reply Nice phot, I think the 67's should have been painted to match the Cargo D Stock. Even so another nice livery to go out and Phot. [#8735207] 2008-04-18 22:55:53 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello Dazza, thanks for the comment and for dropping by :) I quite like the livery carried by the 67's, nice and stylish, and as you say a nice change to photograph, the class 67 fleet certainly seems to be getting a whole host of new liveries now! S 67 in 'Cargo D' livery, interesting idea, you never know! Once again thanks for dropping by :)
WSMR 67012 the latest and final 67 to be painted in this guise departs the station in great afternoon weather having worked in 1J83 London Summer Sun & The Other WSMR 67's	[#8735147] 2008-04-18 20:01:16 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Hi Michael, some nice shots here of the WSMR 67 training runs. I got a similar but wider shot of this 67 departing Marylebone yesterday, wasn't it only the other day that you left a coment on my site saying "I am suprised you have not been out for the WSMR 67's more?" I'll stop by again sometime soon, Best Regards, CraigS. www.craigrailpics.fotopic.net [#8735209] 2008-04-18 22:57:29 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, thanks for stopping by and also thanks for your comments regarding my photos, hoever as for quoting what I said, not showing off lol :) Glad you managed to pop out for the train, the weather is good to do so and for now the locos are smart and clean. Thanks for stopping by once again and keep well :)
New arrivals Fertis 56106, 58035 and 56078 lead others stored in Wembley Yard EWS 37 Charter, 47 At Dagenham & Wembley Yard	[#8737310] 2008-04-27 21:48:50 Left by Mr Camden Road (#0) Reply Nice pic mate ooo wonder how you managed that matey answers on a postcard [#8737312] 2008-04-27 21:50:48 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Ah thanks Mr J for the privilage! Nice sunny day untill the end which was nice, bloody knackered at the end of the day though, thanks for stopping by mate
Freightliner 'Super shunter' at Dagenham, is Virgin 47841 seen stabled between duties EWS 37 Charter, 47 At Dagenham & Wembley Yard	[#8737160] 2008-04-27 08:26:16 Left by Mr Camden Road (#0) Reply Hmmmm wonder how you got shots of this spooooooooooooooooon??? nice piccy mate [#8737205] 2008-04-27 15:08:30 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello Mr J, yes, luck though surely, one of Freightliners more interesting and colourful 'supershunters' as it were, and yes, thanks in turn for aiding the allowance of this one :)
EWS 37401 catching the sun as it approaches Fenchurch Street EWS 37 Charter, 47 At Dagenham & Wembley Yard	[#8737536] 2008-04-28 18:23:00 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Nice shot you have here Michael, I would've been out for this myself had I not gone to the Severn Valley Railway for their diesel gala. Best Regards, CraigS, www.craigrailpics.fotopic.net [#8737560] 2008-04-28 19:57:29 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, thanksglad you lied the photo, taken from Tower Hill (DLR) station as the train approached Fenchurch Street station. I hope you had fun at the SVR I will check out those photos in due course. Thanks for stopping by again, please pop back soon. Best Regards :)
EWS 37417 leads a charter through Rainham in lovely afternoon sunshine EWS 37 Charter, 47 At Dagenham & Wembley Yard	[#8737308] 2008-04-27 21:47:02 Left by Mr Camden Road (#0) Reply Nice shot mate with your new camera [#8737311] 2008-04-27 21:49:46 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Why thanks mate, was good the sun was shining, new camera indeed, a shame this though as I thought I had my camera set to take several photos as the train neared hence hitting the trigger early, alas, I only had it set up for one photo so had to crop back this one a bit hence itsnotthe best quality, never the less it wont happen again. Thanks :)
Ironically one of 47799's Royal replacements 67005 was seen hovering undergoing work in the shed OC's Glorious Summer	[#8740873] 2008-05-13 13:20:11 Left by Mr Camden Road (#0) Reply Ha another scrap loco get it sent to booths and bring back the real thing 47ssssssssssssssssssss [#8740880] 2008-05-13 13:58:35 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Tis a shame its Royal counterpart still with EWS, 47799 does not get used on special workings, oh well a sign of the times I suppose. 67005 is back in use now, ran L/E to Wembley, thanksfor stopping by! :)
Freightliner 'Bardon Blue' 66623 passes Clapham Junction working 6M79 Angerstein - Bardon Hill Bardon's Back...	[#8741600] 2008-05-16 22:37:13 Left by John Glover (#1175122) Reply Oh dear will you ever get out and phot 591 instead of this 1 lol good pic mate on the platform of Clapham ;-) [#8741604] 2008-05-16 22:57:53 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Cheeky man, living dangerously, I will find 66591 EVENTUALLY. Though for now at least 66623 is something different, even tough I've seen it before. Glad you like the photo anyway, take care and all the best, please pop by again :)
EWS 67007 rather high up on the jacks receiving attention, the loco's a rare visitor to London being an RTEB fitted 'Scottish' fleet loco Another Visit To OC	[#8742369] 2008-05-19 20:49:44 Left by Mr Exclusive (#0) Reply And u say u dont rate skips and tell me off for photting them (Kettle Black springs to mind) ;-) [#8742404] 2008-05-19 23:06:01 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks, well, some of them are ok surely beat an EWS 66 no? They are ok locos. I'm sure you have more photos of the things than myself though lol :)
Preserved pair 37308 and 50035 both seen being worked on in the works Another Visit To OC	[#8742367] 2008-05-19 20:45:58 Left by Mr Exclusive (#0) Reply Nice to see that another super type 3 loco being saved from the man with the torch nice pic mate [#8742373] 2008-05-19 20:55:05 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Ah glad you like the photo, indeed an unusual site, it nice to see more of the class 37's being saved for preservation, can never have enough of them, glad you like the photo and please stop by again soon! :)
Ex-Works London Midland 323 207 runs as empty stock north through the station Rugby Specials	[#8744461] 2008-05-29 15:49:12 Left by 37603 (#0) Reply hi there, its London Midland (LM) not EMT as stated nice photos though, although shame that rugby is a bit of mess, [#8744463] 2008-05-29 16:01:34 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello, thanks for that, have corrected the photos notes. A smart train, from Wolverton having been refurbished??? I am glad you like the photos, please stop by again, I do agree for now Rugby is a bit of a mess, now they want to stick both south bays back in again, can't seem to make their minds up, likewise new platforms and points going in, a very big job to do. Thanks for stopping by :)
New DRS 66429 leads the 4Z34 intermodal towards Daventry Rugby Specials	[#8743078] 2008-05-23 15:28:24 Left by Mr Camden (#0) Reply Its only a shed annd like u I hve to travel to see the DRS 1s but how you still aint got *66591* I dont know (Under the THUMB springs to mind) lol nice pic though [#8743079] 2008-05-23 15:29:52 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello JG, glad you liked the photo, though ok we both have to chase DRS 66's because they come nowhere near us, I recall some gloating from someone in the past regards to these engines so lets call itpayback lol :) As for 66591, one day :)
Making for an unusual sight is relitavely new Freightliner 66583 with DRS 66428 then older Freightliner 66534 stabled in a line Basford Hall Visit	[#8745286] 2008-06-01 16:39:03 Left by Jord (#0) Reply Nice shot here, keep it up! [#8745288] 2008-06-01 16:42:59 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks mate I am glad you like the photo, please drop by again soon :)
Making for an unusual sight is relitavely new Freightliner 66583 with DRS 66428 then older Freightliner 66534 stabled in a line Basford Hall Visit	[#8745437] 2008-06-01 23:21:51 Left by Mr Glover (#0) Reply Nice shot at rail level there mate still no picture of 66591 then??? ;-) [#8745439] 2008-06-01 23:23:56 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks, glad you like the photo and please continue to drop by, that line up was not staged either deliberately either! Was just very nice luck. 66591, I'll get that soon enough, I will added to a collection shortly one from yesterday of 66531, the 7th or 8th photo I have of that, but where isyour photo of 66531?...No?...didnt think so lol! Cheers please pop by soon :)
Stored Virgin 87009 leads a line of several of its classmates all bound for Bulgaria Long Marston 2008 Open Event	[#8748508] 2008-06-12 19:51:50 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Very nice picture here, although a sad sight to see. There's just so many of them! Keep it up mate [#8748529] 2008-06-12 20:41:06 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply A sad sight indeed though at least they shall see use abroad even if it means miles away from us! Better than seeing them rotting, anyway glad you like the photos and please stop by again :)
Looking very smart in BR Blue was 87002 seen here basking in the morning rays Long Marston 2008 Open Event	[#8749092] 2008-06-15 10:11:33 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Hi Michael, some really nice photos here from Long Marston especially this one. 87002 certainly looks good now and it will be great when it returns to the mainline. Great work, keep it up, Best Regards, CraigS. [#8749261] 2008-06-15 21:18:13 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello Craig, thanksfor stopping by and taking a look, it was indeed very nice weather! :) A nice site indeed, finally managed to record most of the 87'sfor good photos as well. Not a fan of BR Blue but works well on the loco I suppose :) Please pop by again soon! :)
EWS 67026 and Royal Maroon 67006 stabled Supposedly Summer Day At OC	[#8754963] 2008-07-06 23:32:29 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Nice shots from OOC Michael, saw these two moving into their whilst passing by on a HST on the morning of 05/07. Keep up the good work, Regards, CraigS. [#8754996] 2008-07-07 01:03:11 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, glad you like the photos, the 67's seen had only just pulled in so I recall seeing your HST, thanks for popping by again mate! :)
Fertis 56051 reflects in a puddle after heavy rainfall Supposedly Summer Day At OC	[#8754779] 2008-07-06 10:57:35 Left by Dave Lindsell (#1157899) Reply Another super set, Michael! There won't be many more chances for these visits and I'm pleased you're grasping the opportunities. You should send the set to the mags for an Old Oak Common Swansong feature (I've got all the 70s stuff to complement your bits). Shame you had a cloudy day. I was thinking how wonderful the photos would look with blue sky but you've done a great job and I like the use of the puddles and the pits! Well done! [#8754839] 2008-07-06 16:30:49 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Dave, yes I will occasionally visit as usual, gives more of a picture to the place and each time around I see little ideas, like the puddles and pits which you mentioned, for ideas for photos so it is good for getting these ideas as well. The idea of helping a mag has come to mind, and if you have the 1970's stuff, lets get some of this together and you never know. Indeed typical weather, more so as the afternoon was sunny, but as you can see the morning wasn't. Thanks for your comments and I am glasd you like the ideas coming along, please pop by again soon! :)
Fertis 57007, 56081 and 56096 all stabled around the turntable Supposedly Summer Day At OC	[#8754701] 2008-07-05 22:59:57 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Another top quality picture here! [#8754706] 2008-07-05 23:08:13 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Many thanks, made a nice change not that the weather was great, had to take a few attempts to get this shot right. Cheers!
Fertis 56096 and EWS 08964 reflect in water after heavy rainfall Supposedly Summer Day At OC	[#8754700] 2008-07-05 22:56:23 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply What a great shot, abit artistic but love it. Top stuff - keep it up! [#8754707] 2008-07-05 23:09:06 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello there, once again thanksfor your comments they are as always welcomed, I do try and focus on some arty stuff when out and about when I get the chance! Please drop by again soon and thanks for visiting! :)
Fertis 56096 seen from a rather unusual angle Supposedly Summer Day At OC	[#8755254] 2008-07-08 00:45:17 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Another cracking shot well done! [#8755255] 2008-07-08 00:46:34 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi there, indeed I decided to go for the unusual angle not really that often seen in photos, as most people that see it, well it is the last thing they see!...Anyway thanks for looking and please pop by again soon! :)
SWT 73109 leads CIG 1498 and SWT 73235 through Vauxhall in the afternoon sun as the SWT special heads to Brockenhurst SWT 73's London Day Out...	[#8755994] 2008-07-10 21:07:16 Left by Mr Glover (#0) Reply Nice piccy mate ;-) [#8756007] 2008-07-10 22:19:48 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Nice photo here Michael, keep it up mate! [#8756013] 2008-07-10 22:25:27 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi John, indeed thanks for your comment, a shame you missed this train as your still up in Brummie! Oh dear lol please pop back soon! :) [#8756016] 2008-07-10 22:28:04 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Jordan, thanks for the comments, as always they are welcomed, was very lucky with the sun, as the drivers deliberately took the train through slowly so the sun came out just in time for the shot, very lucky! Please pop back soon :)
SWT 73109 leads CIG 1498 and 73235 at London Waterloo ready for the off with the special SWT 73's London Day Out...	[#8757218] 2008-07-15 19:42:44 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Lovely shots of this working Michael, nice to see a Slammer back in Waterloo and also nice to see 73109/235 out and about. Keep up the good work, Best Regards, CraigS. [#8757220] 2008-07-15 19:54:16 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, the weather was lucky to say the least, as was managing to do all three locations in a row so well. I believe thisis the first slammer to London Waterloo in 3 years however yes the SWT class 73's did indeed steal the show! :) I'm glad you liked the collection and I look foward to when you next drop by! :)
Freightliner 66504 leads an empty intermodal stabled Crewe Basford Hall Visit	[#8758453] 2008-07-20 23:18:02 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Very nice shot here Michael. [#8758460] 2008-07-20 23:44:14 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello mat, I'm glad you like the latest batch of photos, I was glad that a liner rake was parked behind this empty rake, fills the photo a bit more, the sun was also a nice bit of luck on the day! :)
DRS 37423, 37609, 37229 and 20305 all seen stabled in a line DRS Crewe Gresty Bridge Open Event	[#8758455] 2008-07-20 23:19:59 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Another great shot here Michael, great line up! [#8758461] 2008-07-20 23:45:11 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello, thanks once again for your comment, it was a squeeze to get this photo but never the less it paid off nicely, please pop by again soon! :)
WCRC Maroon 37676 having been named 'Loch Rannoch' - the name of ghost 37408 WCRC Carnforth Open Event	[#8760268] 2008-07-28 09:35:59 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Nice shots from Carnforth Michael, I really like this one, will be great seeing 37676 back running on the mainline. Keep up the good work and nice new gallery logo, Best Regards, CraigS. [#8760299] 2008-07-28 13:57:05 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, yes it isnice to see the heavey weights making a return to use, good locos so why not use them. I was quite lucky with the weather on the day. Glad you like the gallery logo, as well as my recent collection, so please stop by again soon mate :)
EWS/DB light blue 60074 seen basking in the sun while on display WCRC Carnforth Open Event	[#8760184] 2008-07-27 23:40:46 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Nice angle in this shot Michael! [#8760188] 2008-07-27 23:46:54 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello, yes more unusual, but a right bum to take :) More the fun though I suppose, lucky weather as well! :)
Classic line, from left to right, 37668, 37165, 37717, 37517, 47489, 47526, 47772, 47492 and 47525 WCRC Carnforth Open Event	[#8760187] 2008-07-27 23:42:52 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Great shot here! Love the line up! [#8760189] 2008-07-27 23:48:30 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks, I didn't have to wait long for people to get out the way either, which was very lucky, certainly made a change as these types of photo at such events normally mean lots of people walking about infront of things! Thanks for stopping by and please pop by again soon mate! :)
DRS 37423 covers new track as it and the saloon pick up staff before starting their trip DRS 37's London Break	[#8762503] 2008-08-06 21:11:01 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Nice shots of this working mate, caught this today on the Isle of Grain running between 45 and 60 minutes early. Best Regards, CraigS [#8762519] 2008-08-06 22:04:56 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, thats very much, was quite lucky considering the amount of stuff that almost blocked the photo, everything from an eight car stopping 450 service, a passing 444 and an eight car 450 unit entering the yard, all thankfully got out of the way. I'm aware this one ran early so I'll take a look at your shots, thanks for stopping by again mate :)
Going at one hell of a place, steamer/expresso machine 34067 seen passing Vauxhall in the morning WCRC 37 'Heavyweight' on rare track...oh and an expresso machine	[#8762818] 2008-08-07 23:53:36 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Great photos Michael, Tangmere certainly looks good here, nice to see it's exhaust not blocking out the train like it does very often! Keep up the good work mate, Best Regards, CraigS. [#8762822] 2008-08-08 00:38:34 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, thanks for stopping by again, indeed was lucky in that aspect, had to run up the platform and jump in for the photo, so not bad really, don't often photograph steam trains but I bet teh wind and train direction can be a bugger when photographing them often! Much prefer the 37! :) Thanks for your comment and pop by again soon :)
Preserved 37518 in Ex-Works Railfreight Red Stripe, very well done indeed NVR & Peterborough Aug 2008	[#8766780] 2008-08-26 18:39:56 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Nice shots Michael, 37518 certainly does look good in this shot. Nice shots of 37401 at Clapham Junction as well. Best Regards, CraigS [#8766789] 2008-08-26 18:55:46 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Well August has certainly been the month of the class 37's! :) Indeed 37518 does look very nice, a credit to those who have worked on it and bound to be popular at the BVR's October event. As for 37401 at Clapham, well that had to be done, a good driver as well, clagged the loco up the bank from Wansworth Town in the distance (could hear 37401 from quite a way away) then slowed the train right down to a crawl for photos, much appriciated that! :) Glad you like my photos and please pop by again soon, thanks! :)
EWS 37401 slowly enters Clapham Junction with the 6M44 Eastleigh - Wembley enterprise EWS 37 In Town...	[#8766871] 2008-08-27 00:15:57 Left by Dave Lindsell (#0) Reply Super shots at Clapham, MW. I think I heard the tractor in Croydon! [#8766920] 2008-08-27 12:16:26 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for your comment Dave, much appriciated :) Glad you like them. It was certainly a nice sight a shame we don't see them a bit more in our area! I would not be suprised if you heard then in Croydon, I'm sure anyone within a few miles radius could have heard it as well. All the best and please pop back soon :) [#8768393] 2008-09-02 00:13:39 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Lovely shot here, 37 in Clapham Junc! Magic! [#8768398] 2008-09-02 00:23:37 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Evening, thanks for the comment, once in a blue moon these work 6M44, still the more EWS 37/4's get worked on and reinstated at Eastleigh the mor of the class will end up on this working to reach Wembley and go north from there, waslucky with the result! Thanks for stopping by please do again soon! :)
EWS 37401 passes Silverlink liveried 313 101 at Clapham Junction, and gets a glance from it's driver, as the 37 works the 6M44 Eastleigh - Wembley enterprise EWS 37 In Town...	[#8766903] 2008-08-27 09:42:18 Left by 37603 (#0) Reply Silverlink is non-existant ;-) its London Overground now nice phot of the shiny Tractor [#8766921] 2008-08-27 12:17:51 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply That true, so changed the caption to commenting on the livery of the 313 :) Glad you also liked the big shiney 37, amazingly no one else was at Clapham for it, certainly not complaining though! Thanks for looking and please pop by again soon :)
EWS 66069 leads 6M44 through Clapham with Continental Rail liveried 58015 and 58027 Spanish bound 58's Off On Holiday	[#8770093] 2008-09-09 18:40:01 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Nice shots Michael. Unfortunately I was unable to go up to London for these, thanks for the message anyway! Those 58s look quite good in that livery. Keep up the good work. Best Regards, CraigS. [#8770098] 2008-09-09 18:46:30 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, thanks for stopping by and glad you like them, despite the weather I'm pleased with the results however can't wait to have a crack at the other two in better weather! I do also like the livery would agree, please pop back soon mate :)
Continental Rail liveried 58027 DIT behind 58015 Spanish bound 58's Off On Holiday	[#8770215] 2008-09-10 13:12:44 Left by Mr Glover (#0) Reply Glad my little tip payed off for you mate ta for the heads up after they passed Clapham [#8770233] 2008-09-10 14:55:46 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, yes indeed thanks for letting me know, a shame about the bad weather, still better luck for when 58047/050 poodle down on the same working later this week :) Thanks for looking :)
EWS 37419 in the shed on charge, despite current goings on, still receiving work to bring her back Late Summer For OC's Last Year	[#8774829] 2008-09-30 18:30:33 Left by Scott Turner (#0) Reply Nice one. You can't beat a battered up EWS 37! Scott [#8774849] 2008-09-30 19:55:04 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello, thanks for your comment, indeed nice to see the things when you have the chance! They'll be missed otherwise! Thanks for stopping by! :)
EWS 66018 and 66007 at London Waterloo on engineers duties NVR Autumn 2008!!!	[#8780776] 2008-10-26 21:04:37 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Great shot here Michael, definatly not an everyday occurance! [#8780781] 2008-10-26 21:08:28 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello mate, indeed somewhat unusual, which meant the photograph had to be taken, glad you like the image and likewise the collection, please feel free to stop by again soon, best regards :)
Railfreight Red Stripe 37518 bursts into life at Wansford with 31271, 73136 can also be seen NVR Autumn 2008!!!	[#8777670] 2008-10-13 08:14:40 Left by Timothy Rowley (#1023405) Reply Nice shots from the NVR gala, didn't make it in the end myself but looks like they put on another great gala. Tim. [#8777854] 2008-10-13 23:44:18 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Tim, thanks for your comment, glad to see you stopped by again! :) Indeed the NVR is a gala always worth going to if you get the chance, I'm sure they'll have another spring and autumn one in due course which will be nice :) The line certainly sets the standards for other preserved railways t meet gala wise! :) Thanks for stopping by again! :)
BR Blue 25057 stabled in Wansford yard NVR Autumn 2008!!!	[#8786287] 2008-11-19 19:34:49 Left by JIM KNOWLES (#0) Reply excellent photos from an excellent event, I should know I was there.... [#8786358] 2008-11-20 00:13:35 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for your comment, indeed the NVR always manage to put on a good event :)
BR Blue 47270 stabled at Wansford NVR Autumn 2008!!!	[#8780783] 2008-10-26 21:09:13 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Great arty type shot here, love to see the odd one or two creeping into the collections, keep it up! Jord. [#8780790] 2008-10-26 21:12:03 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello again mate, thanks for the comment, have been trying to get something different photograph wise, to what most people have at gala's, thats what I'm trying to make my website unqiue for! :) Thanks for your comments and stop by soon, best regards :)
Railfreight Red Stripe 37518 bursts into life at Wansford with 31271, 73136 can also be seen NVR Autumn 2008!!!	[#8776298] 2008-10-06 22:46:51 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Nice shots from the NVR Michael, I especially like this one. I had a feeling you would attend this event. Unfortunately I was unable to attend to due to lack of money (lol). Keep up the good work. Best Regards, CraigS. [#8776304] 2008-10-06 23:05:05 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, thanks for stopping by, yes this was the best shot I could get ot it doing it's bit for the environment :) Indeed I had to attend, thought you would as well, a shame you didn't, still I'm sure you'll pop up at the next one. Have seen you have been out for photos more so than me this month though! :) Glad you liked the photos, best regards :)
Blue Steamer '60007' heads through Crewe with a support coach Crewe Area...	[#8784272] 2008-11-09 20:04:18 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Great shots Michael, like this one especially. I believe this loco will be one of four 4-6-2 Pacifics that will be used on Steam Dreams' railtours next year. The other locos being 34067 Tangmere, 70013 Oliver Cromwell and 60163 Tornado. Best Regards, CraigS. [#8784310] 2008-11-09 21:29:47 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, thanks for the comment and glad you like the photos, the engine had worked a charter into the station which WCRC's 47854 later took foward, Holyhead? I gather. I'm not really a 'steam' fan as you well know but interesting to hear how many will be pottering about the mainlines in the future. Thanks for stopping by :) [#8784319] 2008-11-09 21:57:34 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Looking at the timings for this tour on UKSteam, it appears the 47 took the tour from Crewe to Chester. Hope that helps, Craig. [#8784323] 2008-11-09 22:22:08 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for that, is of much use. Confused as to why in the morning 47787 was at Crewe, yet in the afternoon that had gone and 47854 had taken the train foward, unless 47787 went to Chester to bring the tour back with 47854 on the tail end?? Thanks :) [#8786187] 2008-11-19 10:20:39 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Looking at the times for this tour, the train terminated at Chester with a 47. Bit of an odd tour really as there was no return working to Scarborough. 60007 worked between Scarborough and Crewe and a 47 worked between Crewe and Chester. Hope this helps, Best Regards, CraigS [#8786359] 2008-11-20 00:16:25 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, yes it does help, indeed does appear to be rather unusual for a railtour in the way the tour ran, I suppose it's each to their own however :)
Looking down the side of autoballaster wagons Autumn Visit To Basford Hall	[#8862148] 2009-09-26 19:27:17 Left by LMs Finest (#0) Reply Always knew you were a clossit wagon ned proof in the picture sir lol [#8862723] 2009-09-29 00:39:01 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Ha, very funny, I went for this photo purely for it's artistic element only, nothing else. Your the mega large London wagon ned might I point out... :P
Cotswold Rail 47828 leads 47810 at Kings Cross as the train basks in the afternoon sun Cotswold 47's In London & Arty Photos...	[#8787737] 2008-11-26 20:29:25 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Nice shots from King's Cross Michael, quite like this one. What stock was used, the Blue Pullman? Thanks, CraigS. [#8787758] 2008-11-26 22:05:21 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate thanks for stopping by again, glad you like the new collection! :) The stock, errm well a bit of everything was used. I'm not a coaching fan but from memory MK2's and MK3's. From 47828/810 there was one Wessex pink MK2, followed by a good five or six Intercity MK3's, followed by two Blue Bullman MK2's, followed finally by two former First Great Western Green MK2's! one of which (other end of stock had just been given a clean over having sffered a graffiti attack). I hope that helps. Basically they could not have formed more of a mixed rake if they had tried to! Thanks, Michael [#8788013] 2008-11-27 21:28:14 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Thanks for that Michael. Kind of reminds of the time I saw 47790/802 at Headcorn working an ECS to a tour that took place the previous weekend. Stock inluded three Blue Pullman MK2s/MK2s, a DRS MK2, a few WCR MK2s/MK1s, two Intercity MK2s and a MK2 Pullman! Best Regards, CraigS. [#8788287] 2008-11-29 00:59:53 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, yes I remember a photo you took of that :P Quite similar really. No idea where the stock came from?? Oxley? I know both 47828/810 visited Barrow Hill, not sure if they collected the stock there, which might explain why it's a bit of a mixed rake! (Though I'm sure if you gave Old Oak Common a crack at mixing stock they'd come out on the top) :P Thanks, Michael.
The sunlight just catches 47828 and 47810 giving them a rather ghosly appearance Cotswold 47's In London & Arty Photos...	[#8801844] 2009-01-24 14:09:50 Left by Arthur (#0) Reply I like thispicture Michael, given the lighting you could easily turn the clock back twenty years. [#8801848] 2009-01-24 14:14:54 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, thanks for your comment, that was the idea so I'm glad it worked well. I thought I'd try something different to everyone else on the day, to create a nice timeless scene :) Please visit again soon :) [#8801850] 2009-01-24 14:25:52 Left by Chris (#0) Reply Yep it's an excellent photo - could easily be two of Stratford's finest.... [#8801852] 2009-01-24 14:29:36 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello, likewise thanks for your comment, I aim to try and take similar photos soon :)
59005 in the new 'barbie' Aggregate livery enters Acton Yard working the 6V67 stone train Acton Mainline - Keeping Busy!	[#8794939] 2008-12-28 11:18:12 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Great shots Michael. Acton seems to be getting a lot of 60 action lately, saw 3 of the class a few weeks ago during a trip up there. Still haven't managed to get a decent photo of these new liveried 59s, no doubt I will though. Hope you had a good Christmas and have a good new year. Best Regards, CraigS. [#8794990] 2008-12-28 16:22:21 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for your comment, Yes it is nice to see several class 60's working off Acton, I'll be down again shortly after traffic restarts to gain some more photos, of the 60's and hopefully some different 59's as well. I quite the new livery on the two 59's, suits I think. Likewise have a great Christmas and a Happy New Year! Please pop back soon! :)
Freightliner 66601 sneaks through with the 6V94 cement train to Theale Acton Mainline - Keeping Busy!	[#8792914] 2008-12-18 23:00:41 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Well, I love this shot, some sun, blue skies and a kinda arty farty effect. Very good effort and I like. [#8792940] 2008-12-18 23:42:26 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, glad you liked it, not intended that way the photo, the train snuck up on me while I was photographing 66180 and 59001, so this was the best I could do, still it does work hence I uploaded it. Thanks and please stop by again soon :)
EWS 37419 sits inside the shed Old Oak's Final Hours	[#8796628] 2009-01-05 16:14:04 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Nice shots from Old Oak Common Michael. Shame some sought of Farewell Open Day wasn't arranged. I went to the open day in 2000 (a few photos are on my site) and can remember some locos featured in this collection that attended. Believe 37308 was one of them as well as 47799 (and 47798). Back then you didn't have 56s/58s stored there, instead you had 31s, 33s, 37s, 47s and 73s. Keep up the good work mate! Best Regards, CraigS. [#8796754] 2009-01-05 22:43:15 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for your comments mate, was well worth one final visit! Staff tried to organise an open event in 2007 or early 2008 but EWS didn't really want to know! Indeed both 50035, 47799 and 37308 did all attend, rather ironic do you not think! Yes the scraplines back then were very different, still just as sad now. I was at the Old Oak Common open day in 2000, have buried in the class sections some old photos from the day, I know 37906, 47306, 59002/103, 58021/050, 6008/042/016, 92035 do, mind you I was very young back then so the photos are not the best! I was lucky to visit from 2005 onwards which brought some sights, and some classic lineups. I plan to do a OC gallery, about 700 photos for that, more classic traction and heritage liveries than ever! :) Thanks once again for your comments, regards :) [#8796807] 2009-01-06 07:33:26 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Shame about EWS not wanting to know. I was very young back in 2000 too and my photos aren't that great. Just remembered that D1015 (then in Golden Orche livery), D6700 (37350/119) and 67002 were at the open day too. The latter was named Special Delivery on the Saturday I believe. I look forward to seeing your OC gallery :) [#8796928] 2009-01-06 18:40:33 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, yes you are right. I remember the day well, I have no idea why I didn't go inside the works then either, when 50049 was 50149 and Loadhaulk 56102 was on display. I need 12 56's, split six a piece between FB and TY,m and guess which one of the six at TY I require, would be 56102! Mind you, I'm sure the photos would hvae been of poor quality from 'those days' in 2000. The collection will be up I'd have thought in a month or so. All the best! :)
One of the final lineups to be seen in the works, Large Logo Blue 47847, Loadhaul 50035, Blue 37308 and Large Logo Blue 50026 just catch the morning sun Old Oak's Final Hours	[#8795147] 2008-12-29 00:27:05 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Another great shot, a mixture of colours and loco's! [#8795172] 2008-12-29 01:37:41 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, thanks for your comment, a sad sight in many ways, purely because back in 2000 was the first "proper" trip I made out for the hobby was to the OOC London 2000 open day, had a different line up in there, and likewise from 2005 onwards that works has had a whole host of things inside, a shame, thats likely to be the final famous lineup. Glad you like the photo :)
Fertis 58016 leads 58045/048 and other type 5's stored, catching what litte morning sun was around Old Oak's Final Hours	[#8795146] 2008-12-29 00:26:02 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Cracking capture here mate, a real stunning photo. [#8795173] 2008-12-29 01:39:53 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for your comment mate, glad 58016 looks presentable postioned on the end, a shame to see the two class 58's behind itin such a state though! I added some zoom for this photo to try and give it a slightly different view point, was lucky with the sun at this point as well. Please stop by again soon! :)
DRS 'Compass' 37683 in Ex-Works condition sat outside the HNRC maintence buildings. Barrow Hill On A Wintery Morning	[#8799134] 2009-01-14 20:16:30 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply More nice shots Michael. Nice to see more 37s coming back. Kind Regards, CraigS [#8799166] 2009-01-14 21:12:49 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, thanksfor stopping by, indeed lucky this was out rear, It'll be nice to see some 'proper' 37's out on the mainline again, just like past times in a way. Only missed 33103 and 37029 at Barrow Hill, both hidden in the shed. Mind you, between you and I, 37683, which will no doubt be living up at Kingmoor and Crewe, was the main target for the visit! :)
Hanson 59103 stabled in the yard having arrived with 7A17 Acton Mainline In Winter 2009	[#8801845] 2009-01-24 14:11:00 Left by 37425 (#0) Reply Nice shots Michael ;) [#8801846] 2009-01-24 14:13:05 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Many thanks mate for your comment, please stop by again soon
EWS 'royal' 67006 works L/E past Acton yard, EWS 59204 can be seen in the background Acton Mainline In Winter 2009	[#8797576] 2009-01-08 20:50:21 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Another well captured shot here pal! [#8797600] 2009-01-08 21:46:11 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, thanks for your comment, the 67 had dropped off charter stock at Old OakCommon aqnd for some reason seems to have gone the long way around! A nice little photo! Thanks for your comment once again :)
EWS 60004 seen working 6M20 in the late afternoon Acton Mainline In Winter 2009	[#8799132] 2009-01-14 20:12:47 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Great shots from Acton Michael, think this one is the best. You are doing very well so far this month, all them heritage locos at Barrow Hill and several of the more modern locos at Acton, very nice indeed. Have only managed a few 66s, a few 37s and a couple of Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway 15 inch gauge locos so far this month. Keep up the good up, I'll be checking back soon! Kind Regards, CraigS. [#8799167] 2009-01-14 21:16:49 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Craig, once again thanks for your comments, indeed I thought I'd start the year off with a bang as it were, I am hoping to nip up to Crewe at some point as thats a buzz of activity. I'm aware 60059 has been in London, though ahving gonto M.O.Lugg, doubt that'll be back soon, tempted to venture out this Saturday, I'm sure you'll be out for the same stuff so may well see you. I'll once having sorted this comment wander over to your website once again, overdue a look, though believe you have a pic of 37087 on the stone blower move, the word jammy does spring to mind instantly! :) All the best for the rest of January and indeed fingers crossed a busy Febuary! :)
EWS 60004 paused while working 6M20, Yeoman 59002 stabled with 7A17 while Trainload Coal -stickered' 60060 leaves the yard with 6L26 forming an impressive lineup Acton Mainline In Winter 2009	[#8797575] 2009-01-08 20:49:30 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Pretty impressive line-up indeed and a well caught shot - Like it! [#8797601] 2009-01-08 21:46:52 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, yes pure luck this, and notice no 66 there which was obviously a bonus! Glad you liked it! :)
EWS 60004 seen working 6M20 in the late afternoon Acton Mainline In Winter 2009	[#8797945] 2009-01-10 01:21:49 Left by michael thorne (#0) Reply Just been admiring your shots at Acton over the last three days,good selection of stone trains quite partial to them myself.On my days off i try to visit the Shottesbrooke area near maidenhead, Graham lee's favorite place as well . The shot of the 59 flanked by the two 60,s i especially like ,did you stay on the station for all those shots and what part of the day was it mid morning to late afternoon ?might have a go their later on for a different place myself Michael(blackjackmt) [#8797946] 2009-01-10 01:24:10 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello, Firstly thanks for your comments. I have seen your reports on gen groups and FMgen, I gather your on FMI :) So some very good reports from yourself. I did indeed stay on the station for these photos, I still managed a good variety of stuff thankfully. I visited on three days, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, the latter two days being the busiest! I visited between the times of 10:30 and 15:30 and although you'd get an occasional quiet period, overall very busy. There were a few more trains than my collection shows (about three or four), though in a few cases, I'd simply been preoccupied or caught unaware, as from the Acton Mainline timetable, often you get a train running stupidly early. Or, just as I left one past, and on one day just as I arrived one passed, About 95% of the time trains are easy to identify working wise, traction sees good variety, great for photography, and good time to get a photo set up as you see stuff approaching well in advance, also trains often get stopped or enter/leave the yard slowly :) Only train I found a pain was 6Z71, which has a habit of running stupidly early and catches you off guard. Well worth a days visit, but I'd recommend a week there between 10:00-16:00 and you won't be disappointed. I hope that's enough help for you. Thanks for your comments once again! :)
The days highlight, Loadhaul 60059, still looking smart takes 6M20 through Acton Acton: Back To The 60's	[#8804853] 2009-02-04 19:38:35 Left by Brad Joyce (#1187742) Reply Great photo matey, what a loco and equally splendid livery!!Brad http://gallerybrad.fotopic.net [#8804865] 2009-02-04 20:23:17 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply This is the second photo of 60059 in the colledtion to be commented. Rather a popular loco! Can't wait to see it at the MNR gala again, thankfully despite it being stored, it and other celebs 60011 and 60061are on repairs at Toton, only good news that! :) Indeed best livery I think, suits most things. I really this year need to get the remaining 56's at both Ferrybridge and Thornaby in the guise, a challenge, but never the less! Glad you like the photo, hopefully more soon! :) All the best! :)
Freightliner 66619 works 6M54 passed the station Acton: Back To The 60's	[#8801223] 2009-01-22 09:37:57 Left by LMs Finest (#0) Reply Hmmm not 591 then ;-P [#8801285] 2009-01-22 14:27:12 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply I thought you might have noted the superiour tracton, in particular that big black & orange thing also featured in this gallery! 66591 will have to wait, I'll get it one day you know...really...one day!
The days highlight, Loadhaul 60059, still looking smart takes 6M20 through Acton, a fine sight. Acton: Back To The 60's	[#8801338] 2009-01-22 18:47:17 Left by Craig S (#0) Reply Very nice shots Michael. You've certainly done well today. Bet there wouldn't be four 60s around Acton if I was there (lol). Keep up the good work mate! Kind Regards, Craig S [#8801339] 2009-01-22 18:50:07 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Evening mate, thanks for your comment. I've been waiting to gt 60059 in London for a while as in 2008 it visited London about once! So yes 60059, 60060, 60068 and 60072 was good. Only missed 60019 and 60061 which were both elsewhere. I've replied via your website comments, to you regarding the EWS 59 shortage! Take care :) [#8801561] 2009-01-23 19:27:43 Left by Craig S (#0) Reply I hear this 'Tug' was on 6M20 again today. Just hope this machine sticks around London for a while longer. Should have 59206 back next week in it's new livery so the 59 shortage might improve. It looks pretty good from pictures I've seen of it. You might like to know, I've updated my site with a shot of a nice pair of blue diesels sitting in a part of Kent, but I'll let you look and find out ;-). Take care too, Craig S. [#8801635] 2009-01-23 22:46:25 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Don't jynx 60059! :P I plan to get a better shot of Transrail 60061, also in teh area next week. While I've cleared all the 60's, require about 25 or so for better photos,, seven of which are inside DMD, about 10 or so at Toton, and the rest in traffic. Of which 60019 and 60061 are two! So I'll be out next week. Also hoping to land 59206. I agree, looks smart, more classy than EWS. What pisses me off are the number of "same" photos on fotopic of the L/E move at either Toton or Chesterfield, people: get to other locations! I'm sure your like me, when I see it, it'll be working a freight doing it's job around it's classmates! Not 'posing or L/E' 59 shortage will leave EWS still without three...interesting! Shall take a looksie I do expect a pair of 37's! :) Thanks for your comment :) [#8801832] 2009-01-24 13:55:50 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply A nice photo this is. Good to see she's still kicking around in that livery! [#8801842] 2009-01-24 14:07:04 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for your comment, indeed it's nice to see the celeb loco still plodding about, hopefulkly for a good while longer not only in that guise, but in the London area :) [#8801851] 2009-01-24 14:28:41 Left by Ben (#0) Reply Just finished browsing your latest update mate. Impressed as always I have to say, there is no doubt about that! [#8801853] 2009-01-24 14:31:46 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Many thanks mate for your comment, indeed it's nice to manage to get out on the occasional weekday afternoon for some photos of the 59's, and in particular the class 60'sin action not just stabled up. Please stop by again soon! :) [#8803394] 2009-01-29 17:26:11 Left by Lee Scott (#0) Reply Hi Michael, saw your comment on my site, Cheers. Where you the chap I was chatting to? [#8803398] 2009-01-29 17:43:28 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello, thats not a problem. Oh and yes I would have been that very person yes! :) Small world isn't it :P
Aggregate Industries 59001, bell end leading :P leads 7L56 out of Acton Yard the loco having worked 7A09 Acton In The Cold	[#8806765] 2009-02-11 21:43:16 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Very nice shots from Acton Michael, shame about the lack of Tugs though. Still yet to get a decent shot of one of these AI liveried 59s. Looking at your shot of 66555 reminds me of when I was caught out by that working back in April 2007. Still, despite the lack of 60s, Acton still seems like a good place to visit when in London, especially on a day like you've today. Nice and colourful! Keep the photos coming mate. Regards, CraigS. [#8806790] 2009-02-11 22:23:18 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Evening. I require 66957 on the bins currently, missed that a while back on the same circuit! Shameful. 66555 has always been a loco photograph wise thats been tricky. Acton I'd recommend. 60096 was about somewhere not at Acton, 60060 worked through but I'm just sick of that loco every time I visit :P The AI 59's aren't the most common at Acton, I'd say the most common 59 has been 59204 by a mile! I look foward to when you grab one/both of them for photos! Acton is a good place though unusually a few workings were cancelled today due t various 'issues', still I'm hoping for Friday afternoon, ok I'm going for just 10-12 trains booked, but three/four booked for class 59's, so good chance at some pointeither this Friday or Wednesday getting 59202 and/or 59206 to work one! 7A09 and 7A17 are what I'm watching. I know Monday, when I work, 59206/101/202 were on 7A17, typically! Anyway all the best I plan to keep the photos coming still. Will be lots of different locations this year, not just Acton obviously :P Thanks for stopping by please do again soon! :)
DB Schenker 59206 works 6Z71 slowly passed Acton brightening up the day to say the least...smart livery too! A Lucky Friday 13th.......At Acton	[#8807337] 2009-02-14 12:57:40 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply This is a good shot pal - Hope you was wearing sunglasses ;-) I got to say I do like the livery but perhaps I won't be saying this if/when the rest of the fleet is put in the same colours... [#8807393] 2009-02-14 17:08:12 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Ello mate, yes I was debating getting those out, I do wonder it is actually glow in the dark! :P Even after a few weeks service it's still bright. Indeed a nice livery, it'll be a LONG while before it covers most of the DB fleet, will be interesting to see. Thanks for stopping by, glad you like the photos, please stop by again soon! :) [#8807691] 2009-02-15 08:56:48 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Very nice shots here Michael, especially this and the one of 59103 in the sun. Was you in London yesterday? I was at Vauxhall platform 5/6 for Tornado but wasn't too sure whether you were there or not. Regards, CraigS. [#8807723] 2009-02-15 13:32:48 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Morning mate, once again I'm glad you like the new collection. 6Z71 and 6V18 thankfully passed by a bit slower allowing for photos as sometimes they bolt through! Sadly I was not out yesterday as I had planned for Tornado.Had quite a busy week and overslept so ended up missing Tornado, still always other opportunities :) I saw your photos of it and you did a good job :) Please stop by again soon! :)
A classic lineup with three classes, 66016, 59202 and 60049 all in Acton Yard A Lucky Friday 13th.......At Acton	[#8807943] 2009-02-16 14:09:01 Left by Scott (#0) Reply Very nice [#8807946] 2009-02-16 14:28:41 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi Scott, many thanks for your comment, I was quite lucky with this, as not only did the 59 pull up and stable just where it should but the 60 was just pulling away with its train, the locos clag being a giveaway that it was due t pop out from behind! :)
DB Schenker 59206 works 6Z71 slowly passed Acton brightening up the day to say the least...smart livery too! A Lucky Friday 13th.......At Acton	[#8807945] 2009-02-16 14:10:04 Left by Scott (#0) Reply Also very nice! [#8807947] 2009-02-16 14:29:19 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Once again thanks for your comment, very bright loco this! Good for dull days, thanks for stopping by and please do again soon! :)
An unusual line up of EWS 66201, GBRF 66731 and Aggregate Industries 59001 Acton All Sorts	[#8808635] 2009-02-19 14:09:40 Left by GN (#0) Reply I like this one Michael, very good and just a pity there wasnt any Sun for you [#8808638] 2009-02-19 14:26:02 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for your comment, indeed a lucky photo, and livery wise certainly colourful! It's nice to see that general railfreight can still be just as colourful as ever! :) The sun wasn't a huge problem actually, as I'd have been taking the photo slightly into the sun. Thanks for stopping by! :) [#8808689] 2009-02-19 18:47:07 Left by Jordan Kearney (#0) Reply Loads of interesting line-ups can be captured at Acton and this is certainly one of them! Nice phot mate :) [#8808691] 2009-02-19 18:52:57 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, thanks for your comments, the location is strting to become a good one for locomotive lineups! :) Which makes the photos a lot more interesting as well! Thanks for looking glad you like the photos! :)
Mainline Blue 60011, back again having been stored, is seen working 7M20 and doing a fine job of doing so! Acton All Sorts	[#8811963] 2009-03-05 07:32:13 Left by Josh (#0) Reply Nice shot of my favourite 60. Must go down to Acton again soon, trouble is... I always go on Saturday's, so locos arent very common :( [#8812110] 2009-03-05 21:39:12 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello, thanks for your comment, ahh the 60's are all in the LHS sadly on Saturdays....or out on an engineers train somewherem never the less, easter soon, so if they're about by then, there is your opportunity for a week off. Indeed the loco is a fine celeb, hence I'm making the most of it about London! Three seperat sightingsand photographs of it in London this year and counting...
Mainline Blue 60011 pulls away from Acton leading 7M20 Acton All Sorts	[#8808605] 2009-02-19 09:12:29 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply I'm impressed! You had a very colourful day at Acton it seems. Great shots mate, especially this one and the line-up shots! Acton is definitely a place to visit when I come up to London on a weekday. Just hope the Tugs stay around for a while. Keep up the good work mate. Regards, CraigS. [#8808668] 2009-02-19 17:15:35 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, thanks for your comment and once again glad to have impresse :P Let knwo know what weekday at some point you wish to come up, a Wednesday is good. I can't do Mondays or Fridays :( However a meet up is in order. Class 60 wise glad 60060 is gone after three months, now working off Peak Forest! So nice to have 60049, 60096 and 60011 working off Acton, 60011 in particular! Thanks for stopping by once again! :) [#8808753] 2009-02-19 22:37:07 Left by Hoover M (#0) Reply Colourful stuff 37229, well done! [#8808763] 2009-02-19 22:52:13 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for your commen mate, funny how my FMi forum name sticks! :P Yes indeed nice to get the Mainline Blue celeb and both DB locos as well as GBRF 66731 and everything else, cracking day very busy! I'm glad you like the photos, please stop by again soon! :) [#8809557] 2009-02-22 22:24:01 Left by Ben.D (#0) Reply Another fabulous set of photos from Acton I see! [#8809564] 2009-02-22 22:59:23 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for your comment mate, glad you like the collection, hopefully more photos to come soon! Thanks :)
Mainline Blue 60011 once again leads 6M20 at Acton, held for a signal, Mainline branding is evident on this celeb locomotive Acton Mix...	[#8812114] 2009-03-05 21:40:29 Left by D.B (#0) Reply Hi mate more great photos at Acton, especially the ones of this blue celeb locomotive! [#8812118] 2009-03-05 22:06:31 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate thanks for stopping by again, indeed the celeb 60 is still about and it's always worth photographing! :) Glad you like the overall collection as well, please stop by again soon! :)
EWS 59201 works 6V18 05/03 Acton Mix...	[#8812344] 2009-03-06 23:51:59 Left by GN (#0) Reply Michael, Loving the shot of 59201 at Ealing with its Bell-end leading, 60011 looking great here too! Keep up the good work! [#8812347] 2009-03-06 23:56:09 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello mate, indeed a good shot thanks! A shame the sun was not out for 60011, which made the shot soo dark, that sadly when lightened slightly it appears a tad grainy! Never the less very happy with my photo of it working 7M20 a while back and best of all 6M20! :) Three times and counting hope to find it again next week! Please stop by again soon mate :D
EWS 60049 works 6L26 05/03 Acton Mix...	[#8812310] 2009-03-06 21:38:00 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Some nice shots from Acton/Ealing Broadway mate, like this one the best! Shame you had no sun for 60011, going by the light you had for 59201 on 6V18, the shot of the Tug would've been great had the sun been out. Ta about the Colas 47/56 steel job info through Acton. When you say Acton at 1:00-17:30 on STP workings, does that mean it could pass Acton between them times? I hear 66717 is attending the NVR diesel gala. That is one of my 'Pet GB' locos, chances of me seeing that one is very high, good job I'm not attending the gala, then again, I am missing out on possible haulage from the DRS 37, getting photos of the 27 and also of 37518 in RF Red Stripe. Ah well. I've updated my site with shots of 73136 working the spoil trains on the Bluebell, and hope to be out for it on the passenger run tomorrow. No doubt these will add fuel to the ED vs Steam engine debate. I look forward to your NVR shots and any others from the coming weeks! Best Regards, CraigS. [#8812317] 2009-03-06 22:17:54 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply The sun was a pain, teh photo of 60011 had to be lightened hence a bit of grain :( It isbooked to pass Acton around 17:00-17:30 however last Thursday was caped. its a ThO working as well. 66717 was going to attend not now though, 66732 L/E to PB then onto the NVR! Thankfully as 732 is required :) ...indeed rather a sin missing the 37's...and 66732! Ah well, when you get this message you'll kick yourself and wish that 66717 hadn't stuck about in Whitemoor! Good luck with 73136 at the Bluebell, look foward to that 'debate' again soon. Shall have a look over at your website now. By the way, 60011 I recon my attempts when it worked 6M20 are the best! Though I'm going to get some more opportunities next week so I'm honestly going to see how many times I can grab 60011! Three times so far in London (Once at Toton a while back but that doesn't count) So maybe I can make it six times next week :P More sun, more 60's and a better shot of DB 59206 are planned! YAY! :D [#8812338] 2009-03-06 23:13:32 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Good luck with that! Definitely going to have to be an evening in London once the clocks change for this new steel working to Dollands Moor. No good for it nearer to me though which is a shame. Last time I saw 60011 it was stored at Toton, would like to get some photos of it, I hope! Anyway, have a good day at the NVR and as I've already said, I look forward to your photos! Best Regards, CraigS. [#8812342] 2009-03-06 23:49:46 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed the clocks change son thankfully. A;so gives us 'Londoners' a chance for 6M95! ahem :P I have a shot of 60011 around the back of Toton stored, a ok shot as well, remember thinking "will it ever run again" Quite amazing considering the current climate that it is! :) I'm sure you will...just hang in there and let me know a day you can travel up so something can be organised! :D I shall enjoy the NVR, I hope to see you at the MNR :D
DRS 37667 at Wansford with a service for Peterborough on a nice sunny morning NVR Spring 2009	[#8813010] 2009-03-09 21:01:09 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Some very nice shots from the NVR Michael, this one and the one of 31271 crossing the bridge at Wansford are my favourites! Rather strange about the closure of Wansford Yard to Joe Public after a certain time. Although it is nice to hear that access can still be gained via the lineside pass + HV vest/jacket. Cheers for the latest comment on my site, look forward to more of your photos. Can I expect to see more Acton shots featuring certain Tugs and 'celeb 59s'? Regards, CraigS [#8813036] 2009-03-09 23:11:51 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Oh yes, celebs all the way dude! Glad you like the photos :) More to come! The yard closure was to make shunting quicker, and well it's H&S again I'd imagine. Indeed access can be gained still YAY! As for my comments to you, not a problem mate :) I'm happy to you know :P All the best, more photos from the both of us I'm guessing... :P
Lucky stabling this! Two DB liveried locos at the time of typing, both together DB Schenker 66152 leads 59206 both stabled in the LHS catching some sunshine Light, Camera. Acton!	[#8813397] 2009-03-11 08:49:43 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Wow! Lucky indeed! Great shot Michael, these DB liveried locos do look very good in the sun in my opinion. Also like the next shot of 60011 a lot. Shame about the lack of sun for 60049 though :(. Keep up the good work mate I look forward to more photos! Regards, CraigS. [#8813506] 2009-03-11 18:06:47 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello mate, indeed luck it was! :P ...DB does indeed look good in the sunm better livery overall you know than EWS. I'm hoping against hope that 37406 gets a splash of DB....though we know 67010 is next for that treatment! Indeed 60011 was a nice touch in some brief sun. Didn't photograph it on 6L26 sadly on the same day but ah well. I've got a photography shoot on the weekend to do so might well pop down. 60049 was a bonus given how late in the afternoon it was, nice to see it about to be honest. Once again thanks for your comments and please check back soon, I'll be monitoring your site closely as well... :P [#8814621] 2009-03-15 23:34:38 Left by Dan.B (#0) Reply Quality shots you managed to get of 59206 and 66152, what an absolute stroke of luck! I bet that would be good enough to grace the front cover of any of the magazines! Well done mate! [#8814626] 2009-03-15 23:50:06 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello mate, indeed, a stroke of luck stabling wise! I'm glad you like the photos and hopefully more of the same to come soon mate. All the best and please stop by again soon! :) [#8940768] 2010-08-26 16:56:46 Left by (#0) Reply This is how it should look. Not scruffy EWS crap. [#8941022] 2010-08-27 19:55:48 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for your comment, yes a much better livery, one I've yet to photograph on one of the firmsclass 37's but when 37419'sback I'll make that extra effort to find it for a photo :)
Mainline Blue 60011 catches the early afternoon sun, the locomotive having just stabled Light, Camera. Acton!	[#8816952] 2009-03-26 09:32:22 Left by ROY HARRIS (#0) Reply GOOD PHOTOS -ENJOYED VIEWING THEM [#8817091] 2009-03-26 20:41:38 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello, glad they have been enjoyment to look at, thanks for your comment and please stop by again soon! Thanks :)
Large Logo Blue 37425 stabled in some afternoon sun MNR Spring Event	[#8818225] 2009-03-30 18:49:21 Left by CraigS. (#0) Reply Nice shots from the MNR Gala Michael, I especially like this one. It was a great gala, probably one of the best ones I've been to. Shame about the weather in morning/noon though. Take Care, Regards, CraigS. [#8819173] 2009-04-03 00:05:19 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello mate, thanks for your comment I'm glad you liked the photos from the MNR, indeed was lucky with this particular shot, indeed a very good gala I have to agree, shows DBS can play ball sometimes! The morning weather was awful and indeed right up untill 13:00 still managed to hang it out and get some good shots. I got a few shots without getting soaked at about 7:45 which was the time I got there! :) All the best mate please stop by again soon!
Sector Metals pair 37227 and 37905 depart the station in the afternoon filling the air with smoke Battlefield Railway Spring Event	[#8825402] 2009-04-27 20:20:43 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Very nice Michael, as are the rest. I can just see myself in the middle of the second coach! Great trip behind these two, despite 227 failing at Market Bosworth! Keep the photos coming mate. Regards, Craig. [#8825440] 2009-04-27 23:36:08 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply It wasa cracking diesel gala, despite failures which did get ixed quickly but would be typical sods law, 73114 and its loss of power, the quad header which ended up being a double header and indeed you mention 37227 which I didn't know did! Never the les a trip to do again. Glad your caught on camera, still need to bump into you again though knowingly! Glad you like the photos, keep checking back! :)
DRS 37688 leads 37087 and one flask forming the Dungeness - Willesden nuclear flasks, once again 20mins early Quick Dash To Kensington	[#8826166] 2009-04-30 22:26:24 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Nice shots mate, shame 37087 wasn't leading though. Maybe another time? Keep the photos coming mate, Regards, CraigS [#8826173] 2009-04-30 22:32:18 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks mate I'm glad you liked the photo, I was actually glad 37688 was leading, wasn't overly fussed this time around anyway. I'm also glad that the train due to it now doesn't stop at Latchmere for 15-20mins it runs 20-30minsearly into Kensington Olympia and slows to a crawl due to getting a red signal which is nice for photos! Still can't wait for some brighter weather sooner or later. Was nice to get the Colas 47 on 6Z48 as well, indeed more photos to come and stop by again soon :)
Fertis 56104 leads 56095/094/105 stabled on the breakdown train line Old Oak Common, London, Remembered	[#8826733] 2009-05-03 12:57:30 Left by Eric Lonie (#0) Reply You got too excited & put the WRONG number, 014 instead of 104. It proves one thing, you're human! [#8826766] 2009-05-03 16:54:26 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for your comment, now corrected, indeed perhaps 56014 would be a bit more news worthy broughtback from beyond the gave however 56104 is just as good. Thanks for stopping by.
Colas Rail 47749 thrashes through the station working 6Z48 to Dollands Moor Evening At Kensington	[#8829958] 2009-05-16 09:38:33 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Looks like someone had a good evening at Olympia! Nice shots mate, my favourites are the ones of the 47. Hope the flasks don't run on the same day as 6L78 when I next visit Olympia, had that on a few ocassions last year. Keep up the good work, I'll be chacking back soon. Btw, ta for the comment on my site. Regards, Craig. [#8830381] 2009-05-18 01:15:45 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed someone did mate! Glad you like them. Indeed 6L78 running was quite a tit to be honest! I'll be keeping mine updated so pop back as/when you can thanks for stopping by mate! :)
DRS 'Compass' 37682 stabled on display Crewe Heritage Centre Gala & Fastline 66!	[#8830912] 2009-05-20 15:22:24 Left by CraigS (#0) Reply Looks like you had a brilliant and interesting weekend. Some nice photos here mate, particularly these ones from Crewe Hertiage Centre. Keep up the photos coming mate! Btw, I've replied to your comment on my site regarding the Spa Valley Railway. Regards, CraigS. [#8831117] 2009-05-20 23:22:32 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed it was a busy weekend! Glad you like the photos, more photos soon indeed! Shall no doubt see you at Eastleigh 100 and I'll reply to your comment in due course, please stop by again soon! :)
Freightliner 86612 stabled with 86610 in the electric sidings catch some morning sunshine Crewe Basford Hall	[#8831128] 2009-05-20 23:44:05 Left by D.B (#0) Reply I see you got some excellent pictures from Crewe mate. Glad you had a good day! :) [#8831129] 2009-05-20 23:45:28 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate thanks for your comment I'm glad you like the photos from my day in Crewe and indeed I did have a good, though very long, day! Please stop by again soon! :)
DRS 37688 and 37087 have just been given a yellow and with enthusiastic drivers opens up departing the station with 6M95 Kensington 'Two's...	[#8831531] 2009-05-22 14:44:18 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice shots mate, really this, the other one of the 37s and the ones of the Colas 47s. It looks as if you were really lucky with the latter! Keep the photos coming mate, look forward to your Eastleigh 100 ones! Craig. [#8831536] 2009-05-22 15:15:39 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Luckily 6L78 wasn't too long as I could run the length of the train however the train pulling away with about 1min to spare was very handy indeed for that shot! I'm glad you like the shots anyway, when will you be making an appearance at Kensington Olympia??? See you at Eastleigh 100! :)
WCRC 37516 stabled, the loco having lost it's Loadhaul guise it had with EWS and has had a recent return to traffic Eastleigh 100 Event	[#8831978] 2009-05-24 20:29:53 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Some very nice shots here mate, I really like this one. 50035 looks superb in Loadhaul livery as 50135. Where's the shots of all the steam locos? Am Dissapointed! ;-) Nice to see you got the vast majority of your shots in lovely sunshine, typically as soon as I entered the works clouds hovered above and as soon as I left, they left too! Still, got some nice shots myself, at least it didn't rain. Keep the photos coming mate. Regards, Craig. [#8832013] 2009-05-24 22:55:13 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for your comments mate, am amazed I never saw you there! Maybe I did but did not realise. Thanks for commenting 37516 in WCRC, much better in Loadhaul though I think! Still it's back which is the main thing. I loved the new guise on 50135! As for expresso machines, why photograph them at the works when you have a teamaker at home :P Regarding the sun I was lucky for a change, I feel a tad sorry for you weather wise but not overly as you've had 6M95 in the sun far too many times while I've had it in the dull before so it balanves out! :) All the best I'll check your photos out in a min! Stop by again soon mate! :)
BR Blue 37109 at Bury with a service from Rawtenstall, this 37 was a former regular for me in London in the EWS guise Class 37 Day At The ELR	[#8834532] 2009-06-04 23:12:53 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Some great photos here mate, especially this one! 37109 looks absolutley great in BR Blue and with matching coaches. Remember seeing this a lot when it was with EWS as well, mainly when it was stored at Hither Green with 37047. Looks like it was a great event with great weather. Really like the 'Sod Off' branded road cone! Wish I could've been there. The ELR is on my list of railways to visit. Craig. [#8834535] 2009-06-04 23:21:20 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, indeed a good event, the weather was good and a railway I'd recommend to visit. EW&S 37418 for me stole the show, remember it at Newport in 2002, abit not all sparkly as now! 37109 was another London regular, for you as well, mind you I also remember 37372 being a regular as well, very common for me, always saw that one, and it too is still with us. I do prefer 37109 in EW&S livery, how I remember it but does look smart in BR Blue that I can admitt, perhaps the black headcodes add to that. Indeed visit the railway. A Virgin service to Mancester Piccadilly, then the Metrolink to Bury, then a 5min walk from there, easy as pie! If the Metrolink has engineers just outside the station a free bus will take you to the nearest Metrolink stop and the Metro take you to Bury, very frequent service too! All the best...again... :)
EWS 66142 with 66030 DIT and TSO pair 58007 and 58011 slowly approach Clapham bound for Wembley More 58's Off Abroad	[#8834534] 2009-06-04 23:18:36 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice shots mate and it's nice to see they didn't put a 66 on the back of the bones. Shame you didn't get a shot of the trailing 58, especially as there are no wagons in the way. Keep the photos coming. Craig. [#8834536] 2009-06-04 23:27:40 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed nice photos. I can't complain I get a feeling fingers crossed in a week or two I can get the rest of the sodding things! Hopefully some not in TSO yellow! It was a shame, the camera needed about another 5 seconds thats all, it rebooted the camera as well so had two attempts at getting that 'perfect shot' still not to be! Glad I got 58007 though! Glad you like the shots I got, hopefully more 58 convoys in due course to get that 'proper shot' The disposables had seen abour 2hr 30mins charge as well for 10 seconds is bad, so they got binned and I'm armed with 28 Duresells! All the best! :)
Running late DRS 37038 and 37229 working 6M95 with four flasks, the drivers having fun with this train waving and thrashing the locos up! A Visit To Kensington	[#8834527] 2009-06-04 23:03:23 Left by Craig (#0) Reply What no 6L78? Looks like 37038 was opened up nicely! As you know I caught it, twice today. Had two lots of thrash from 37038 both times too! Also the Colas 47s, running about 30 late when they passed me. Nice photos mate, do keep them coming! Regards, Craig [#8834531] 2009-06-04 23:12:51 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed no sand train! That and the flasks were still running late since departing from you... Indeed the drivers were cranks! Glad you got the Colas 47's nice to see 47727 'Rebecca' working it with 47749 as well and quite a load! Shame 6Z48 got later, I'm happy with the shots of 6M95 but due to clouds about 5 mins or so taking over they appear a tad too sharp. Ahh well! :) I'll keep them coming and shall have a look at yours now, all the best! :)
86260 seen carrying the new Electric Traction livery, abit minus a few finishing touches, this loco will be used in the UK Long Marston Open Event	[#8836357] 2009-06-12 21:52:52 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Some nice photos here mate. I particularly like the ones of 50135, still looking great! Tried to get a shot of this 86 from this kind of angle but was unable to due to the rain. Glad it's not another loco for export! Keep the photos coming mate, I'll be checking back soon... :-) [#8836412] 2009-06-12 23:51:17 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply You were unlucky not getting 86260 correctly with the weather, it was indeed a pain! It is all too nice that this will be staying with us in the UK where it belongs! As for 50135, Loadhaul suits it, thats how most people seem to view it anyway bar your 'die hard blues' which are vastly outnumbered (Thankfully) :P All the best and do stop by again... :)
Virgin 87004, fondly remembered for managing to be the loco that was powering every Virgin service I used back when this was in traffic, the loco now off abroad to Bulgaria Long Marston Open Event	[#8835235] 2009-06-08 08:45:19 Left by LMs Finest (#0) Reply The best ever class 87 [#8835438] 2009-06-09 01:51:08 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed eh..not wedged in, but sadly sodding off abroad, I enjoyed this one in traffic as normally very time I was out on the WCML before the bent plastic, this was normally the loco hauling my train. I bet you'll miss it though I get the odd feeling someone will be off to LNWR just before it goes and that in turn will produce rather a lot of seminar photos involving yourself and the loco no doubt. Thanks for viewing my photos mate and no doubt catch up soon! :) [#8860703] 2009-09-20 11:58:09 Left by LMs Finest (#0) Reply Oh yes that was done yesterday in its beastly hellfire proper livery I had a few tears to see her off and at least had my final semi with her [#8860825] 2009-09-21 00:11:52 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Last? Knowing you I doubt it, all you need is in association with Pathfinder Railturs, Mercia charters to run a Bulgarian 87 tour over there, 87004 booked on the front and you'll be gone for a weekend, booked on the coach there and back, the hotel and train! Indeed, she does look good now, but it's by all means not the last seminar...
DRS 20304 leads DRS 'Compass' 37069 in full sun though the station at a pace with four flasks...note the shaddow on the far left resembles 'The Grim Reaper' DRS Bombs	[#8836435] 2009-06-13 00:53:49 Left by Craig S (#0) Reply Nice shots from Olympia mate. I especially like this one and the first one of the Colas Spoon. Keep up the good work mate :-) Craig. [#8836436] 2009-06-13 00:56:29 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, glad you like the photos. Indeed a ncie turnout with nice weather, it was certainly going at a pace when passing which is most unusual though it was a bit late, shall have to see what 6M95 brings next week, thanks! :)
Loadhaul 60059 working the 6M34 Crawley - Peak Forest slowly enters Barnes station catching some sunshine Loadhaul in London...	[#8838041] 2009-06-19 09:37:35 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice to see this loco down this way. Typically when it comes down to Crawley I'm elsewhere! Very nice photos of 60059 mate, keep them coming. [#8838046] 2009-06-19 10:00:07 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks mate, indeed was nice to see it down locally, 60059 has left Peak Forest now though in it's place now is Mainline Blue 60011, so another celeb candidate for 6M34 on Saturday...if your about :P A shame you couldn't get 60059 on 6M34 it had been stucking to the working frequently.
EWS 66050 hauls TSO 58026 and ETF liveried 58005 through Clapham off to Wembley Bones About London...	[#8838042] 2009-06-19 09:40:25 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Some nice photos here mate. These two bones were sitting in Dollands Moor yesterday. Didn't go there myself but wish I did now as they were in alright position to photograph! Keep the photos coming mate. Craig. [#8838047] 2009-06-19 10:01:39 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply I wouldn't worry still around another 20 or so examples being worked on to make the move. Seems to be a regular Wednesday feature in 6M44, trying to get as many as I can, so far five of the eight that have gone! Shall indeed keep shots like this coming! :)
DRS 37601 leads 37682, both in DRS 'Compass' livery through the station with two flasks 18/06/2009 DRS & The London 'Bombs'	[#8838849] 2009-06-22 12:31:40 Left by Craig (#0) Reply A good shot mate, shame about the lack of sun though, although you weren't the only one who was deprived of it ;-) Just need 37603 down on the Dungeness flasks then we've had all 37/6s on it! :-) [#8838850] 2009-06-22 12:34:38 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed so sun was a slight shame but cant have it all ways now. You'd be showing off with 'all the 37/6's' on it, I still need shots of 37603/604 with DRS! Ah well! :P I can't complain 37601 came out to play again, glad you like the photo. Must have been annoying for you that 6Z48 with the Colas 47's was running stupidly late! Please visit again soon mate! :)
DRS 'Compass' 37423, newly named, leads 57008 and 57012 all on display at the depot and cloaked in sunshine DRS Carlisle Kingmoor 2009 Event	[#8844074] 2009-07-14 07:20:25 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Some very nice photos from Kingmoor here Michael. Quite like this one and the ones of 37087 :-) Nice to see knowone in the way of any shots! Craig. [#8844170] 2009-07-14 16:09:01 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks, indeed, I was the first through the gates for the event which helpd a tad for a few photos! Though most things could be photographed like so with a little bit of waiting. The weather was great, could not have suited photographs more, keep checking back, and sorry about 37087...harsh luck! lol :p MW
DRS 'compass' 57007 seen placed over a rather lengthy inspection bit within the depot DRS Carlisle Kingmoor 2009 Event	[#8846820] 2009-07-24 07:49:19 Left by Brad Joyce (#1187742) Reply Cracking shot here mate!!Brad http://gallerybrad.fotopic.net [#8847047] 2009-07-25 00:00:28 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Glad you like it mate, thought it was something arty and unusual to try and get a few photos that others wouldn't have at the event! :) Please stop by again soon! :)
Large Logo Blue 56101 shows off it's new guise while basking in the sun Barrow Hill 2009 Open Event	[#8850971] 2009-08-10 20:56:56 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Some very nice photos here Michael. 56101 looks very good in this Large Logo Blue variation. A tad different. Quite like that Western clag shot too! Looked like a good event, would've attended had I had enough funds, still, the Spa Valley's Diesel Gala was excellent. Looking forward to 37197 returning, hopefully featuring on 6O62/6M95! Nice shots from Chaddesden Yard as well :-) Keep the photos coming mate. Craig :-) [#8851042] 2009-08-10 23:58:02 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Its a livery that does really suit the class! First shot of one in Large Logo Blue as well! So nice to see, indeed the Barrow Hill gala's are good but next year its the 2010 'Class 37 50 year birthday' that might, just might be a rather large event! Was nice to see 37197, shame no branding on it, ah well. Chaddesden Yard was pure luck on all accounts to get the Fastline 66's! :) Will keep them coming and please stop by again soon!
DRS 57012 this week leads 57003 and load 3 on 6M95 through the station, DRS 57's still a very rare sight on this train Kensington Bombs	[#8852943] 2009-08-19 07:40:57 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice shots from Kenny O/Clapham Michael. Particularly like this and the ones of the Colas 47s. Keep the photos coming! Best Regards, Craig :-) [#8852984] 2009-08-19 13:14:28 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks mate :) Indeed once again the sun decided it was going to hide about 10mins before the train came however I'm still quite happy with the outcome. It was actually a hard choice for the main collection pic as I quite like the Colas 47's as well! Shall indeed keep them coming :) MW
WCRC 33207 leads the charter into London Marylebone, the 33 being a rare vistor to the London terminal, nice to see sunny weather on this occasion Marylebone Gone Maroon...	[#8857988] 2009-09-09 21:04:21 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Very nice mate, particularly like this and the ones of 37516. Nice to see a 33 out and about nearer to it's home routes, although 207 going into Marylebone isn't quite the same as it coming down the Tonbridge-Hastings line (a line it was built for). It's a shame it happened to be out in London on the day I was doing something esle. Hopefully next year, we'll see more of the 33s down here! Keep the photos coming mate. Craig. [#8858039] 2009-09-09 22:53:06 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Ah the one of 37516 was sent to a mag and it has been keptfor use by them. I'm seeing just how many 37's I can get into magazines and publications. Doing well so far! :) I was more glad to see the 37, an old favourite when in unbranded Loadhaul, though the 33 was a nice touch as not an example I had a good photo of previously. Indeed, shame I never saw your charter, could have had you in the shot! I shall do, and likewise, cheers, MW
Freightliner 66591 stabled on the fuel point. Finally! Having avoided me for 3 years. Means the metal torture from friends & certain drivers deciding to tell me they've seen/driving/photted it can end :P Freightliner Basford Hall	[#8860701] 2009-09-20 11:54:54 Left by Mr Glover (#0) Reply Ha about time is right ah well guess the ribbing of 66525 will start now best let Jez know about it too hehehehe [#8860826] 2009-09-21 00:14:46 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed, about time, but it was finally caught in the end, thanks for thr 'generous' offer regarding 66525! Charming! Still at least it's a HH loco! You best hope that when in Carlisle next Fri & Sat that I don't bump into your required FL examples! :P
Large Logo Blue 56086 leads 56040 and 73114 with a service departing Shakerstone The Battlefield September 2009 Event...	[#8861066] 2009-09-22 08:37:08 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Some very nice shots from the Battlefield Line mate, this sis one of my favourites. Any idea why 31130 was renumbered to 31276? Keep the photos coming! [#8861141] 2009-09-22 18:14:34 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Ah so you have seen the recent few updates! Good good! :) Glad you like my updates! Indeed I really like the shot as well, the 56 does look great, really do think Large Logo Blue is one of the best liveries on the 56, very close to Loadhaul! Prior to this I had a photo of 56086 in Transrail at Immingham stored with other 56's, little did I think I'd be seeing it so soon (same goes for 56101 and 56114 actually) The weather was super, both the Saturday in Crewe and Sunday at The Battlefield Railway! So a good weekend! As for 31130 being 31276, no idea, was like so on both sides, I have noticed from photos that as far back as Friday 1th September this was NOT done, so it's very recent, and unexplained, maybe to make something a bit 'different; for the event??? If you find out let me know and do check back as always! Thanks! :) [#8861811] 2009-09-25 10:49:25 Left by James Power (#0) Reply Cracking shots from the Battlefield Line matey, weather was super as well :). I've added a link to your site from mine, was going to do it before but forgot. D'oh. Great to have met you again at Crewe as well buddy, glad you got 66591 eventually :D. Keep up the good work buddy. All the best. James [#8862722] 2009-09-29 00:37:23 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Glad you like the photos mate! Weather was very lucky! :) Ta for the link, yes didn't 66591 take time, far too much time! I shall do, keep checking back, I shall likewise :)
Earlier than the previous clag shot, shows that DRS were having fun with 'Compass' liveried 37688 all day while it was on display along with 47802 and 66415 Carlisle Station and ACROP Event	[#8862541] 2009-09-28 14:52:04 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Some very nice shots here mate, particularly this one and the sunny shots. The one of 5690 is also nice:D Look foward to your MNR phots! Craig. [#8862728] 2009-09-29 01:26:23 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks glad you like the Carlisle photos, more added since your visit and all captioned, MNR photos also up. Many a DRS 'proper 37' now, 37194, 37510 and 37688 all in the Compass guise which I think is smart on the locos! What you think? 5690 is an 'Expresso Machine' hardly as entertaining :P Thanks for stopping by and please do again soon mate :)
DRS 37510 in the DRS 'Compass' livery looks very smart catching the afternoon sun stabled in the yard, a 'proper' DRS 37! MNR September Event	[#8862944] 2009-09-29 23:51:20 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Some very nice shots there mate, especially these full sun ones! Kind of wish I'd done the gala now. Hopefully next year the MNR will have 37003 up and running. Keep the photos coming mate, have updated my site with a couple of the ex-EPS Tractors on 6M95 today. Craig. [#8862946] 2009-09-30 00:00:30 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed a great event, you weren'tto know weather wise, remember DRS will support the Autumn gala no doubt! Good loco to send that one! 37003 looked a tad worse for wear externally, rather faded with patches for 'repair work', still with the 37's 50th Birthday next year, 37003 they want mainline running! That'll be interesting, as I don't see it happening just yet! I indeed saw your update, and got commenting, likewise, check back, and photos will be kept coming! :)
DRS 'Compass' 37194 working 0Z25 Penrith - DRS Kingmoor at Carlisle Wet Carlisle	[#8866080] 2009-10-12 09:52:16 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Some very nice shots here mate, despite the weather. Still need a shot of 37194 in 'Compass'. Quite like the 47/57 mix too, as well as the Freightliner coals running parallel with each other. Nice to see not many EWS liveried 66s! I'm looking forward to your next shots from Carlisle, am hoping to see more 37s amongst the 66s, etc! I won't be able to go as I've got other stuff on :( Keep the photos coming mate! Craig. [#8866283] 2009-10-13 00:52:28 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Yeh sorry for 37194 again, thats twice in the new guise, 3rd time? What you reckon? :P Weather looks good for my visit tomorrow asdoes the fact that both RHTT's are running! 37's! Indeed nice to see hard;y any EWS 66's, something tomorrow I plan to keep up! Ta mate for your comment! :)
GBRF 'Barbie' 73213 leading the tour, out the 1st window in the 2nd carriage is a certain Kent based photographer 'Craig' whom seemed to be enjoying life Things That Go Thump In The Night...	[#8866079] 2009-10-12 09:41:38 Left by Craig (#0) Reply As usual, nice shots mate. One problem though, you can't actually see me in this shot, as I was at the window in the middle of the second coach ;-) You can see me in the Thumper shot though and you were right about me wishing to get a photo of the Thumper being dragged away from Kenny O! I could have got a shot of it at Richmond, but, a five minute turn around time and, trying to get a clear shot of 73213 just would not have left me with enough time to run up the platform, run all the way back down and round and up to my coach. Still, I have got many shots of 1001, helped by living 10 minutes from it! Yes, our tour did have an interesting definition of centre road. I expect it went into the down platform so one of the GB guys could get down onto the track in safety. Keep the photos coming mate, I hope to do the same... lol. Craig. [#8866291] 2009-10-13 01:02:19 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Well, your in some shot, the main point, thus I rest my case :P I knew you'd want that type of photo! Shame about the small turn around timings for the train, regarding centre road makes sense for H&S reasons I suppose. Sundays tour well, ill fated, mind you I bet GBRF will do a Sunday 'route rerun' maybe back to the old route or revised Sunday route, and maybe run the tour on a Saturday! I'll keep the photos coming no worries, as you best do to! Check back soon! :)
DRS 'Compass' 37603 tails 37038 on the 3S10 RHTT returning to DRS Kingmoor Carlisle Again...Welcoming The 'Jet Sets'	[#8866975] 2009-10-16 14:40:45 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice shots as usual mate. Particularly like this and the others of the 37s on 3S10, the one of 66414 and also the ones of the NR HST. Keep the photos coming. Craig. [#8867095] 2009-10-16 23:35:50 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Should be a comment for each :P As for the NR Banana, naaaahhhh, its just well, not a proper loco is it now. Glad you like the photos, I shall try to keep them coming in due time... MW
DRS 'Compass' 37603 tails 37038 on the 3S10 RHTT returning to DRS Kingmoor Carlisle Again...Welcoming The 'Jet Sets'	[#8874019] 2009-11-13 07:46:02 Left by Brad Joyce (#0) Reply Fantastic mate, looks very familiar to my recent shot ;-) Excellent collection!!Brad http://gallerybrad.fotopic.net [#8874200] 2009-11-14 00:07:46 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed, hence I saw your shot and it made me laugh. Considering how many times the locos change ends and that a few swaps have occured, and that they don't always use that back line at the station, made it much better really. As your photo is the only other similar shot I've seen of 3S10 at Carlisle! :) Glad you like the photos, more to come obviously, all in good time :) MW
Green 31190 at London Waterloo at the stops, an equally unusual visitor to the London terminal All Unsual Down In London Town....	[#8869231] 2009-10-25 08:38:16 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice shots here mate. 66844 certainly looks odd at Waterloo. On the subject of 66844, it is apparently coming down to my local depot on Tuesday with 66843 and 66410. If the move does take place, it will be another odd loation to find an ex-Advenza 66 ;-) Keep the photos coming. [#8869369] 2009-10-25 21:44:40 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply I am suprised you picked this photograph to comment on, after all, its just a 31! humm interesting idea some of the bits going your way, tough I'm lead to believe 66843 may do but not 66410 at Eastleigh to suddenly end up as a Colas loco! Shall keep the photos coming :) MW [#8869569] 2009-10-26 21:16:12 Left by Craig (#0) Reply I commented on this because it is classic traction, something which the 66 is not! ;-) [#8869619] 2009-10-27 01:08:45 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply but but but, its just not as nice a loco is it! Better in Civil, EWS, Intercity or Reggie Rail, maybe even a sector, but just not green! :P [#8870114] 2009-10-28 18:23:55 Left by Craig (#0) Reply It looks great in green! Repaint the NR yellow 31s into Civil, Intercity, Reggie Rail and the Sector liveries ;-) [#8870197] 2009-10-28 22:39:17 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Dutch, Regional Railways or Intercity for this I think! Can't be doing with Green 31's or BR Blue 31's, same old same old. It's like 37's in Pres, how many Blue 37/0's do we have and how many 37/5's and 37/7's do we have, about time some of those recently put to tender get saved and some old rotten 37/0 used for parts! :P Good luck with asking NR to do that with their 31's :P MW
37059 leads 1Q14 and 37611 out of the station, not getting it's booked stop sadly, due to running 3mins early DRS In London For A Change...	[#8874069] 2009-11-13 15:35:17 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice shots here mate, this one is my favourite. Nice to see an updated on here ;-) Keept the photos coming :-) [#8874198] 2009-11-14 00:05:46 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, glad you like the photos! Ineed I try to get a few updates in. Shall be after the same pair next week in due course. Hopefully in more ideal light and weather. I've since uploaded a better photo of 37059 anyway, though pleased with the outcomes of both 37059 and 37611 on the train. Ta. MW [#8874763] 2009-11-16 22:40:31 Left by Brad Joyce (#1187742) Reply Excellent shots of these tractors in in London mate, beasts!!Bradb http://gallerybrad.fotopic.net [#8874784] 2009-11-17 01:42:22 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Ah but the second attempt was far better today, as was the weather and the fact the train stopped. More unusual location too! Sill I'm glad you liked the photos, more to come as/when as always :) MW
DRS 'Compass' 37611 leads 1Q91 tailed by 37059 into Richmond to terminate, catching the afternoon sun DRS 37's On Rare Wanders Again...	[#8875132] 2009-11-18 16:19:03 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice shots mate, particularly this one. Bet it won't be sunny tomorrow when it goes down to Dollands Moor! Keep the photos coming mate. Craig :-) [#8875284] 2009-11-18 21:16:33 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, glad ou like the photos, much better for a second attempt I think! Good luck with the weather. You'll need it, gale force winds/rain forecast! Not sure it's running though tomorrow/fri. I did see somewhere a pair of 97's (well basically NR 37's) were supposed to have run down for a loco swap for two days, no idea why. With the DRS pair back on the train on Sat. However it would seem that as no 97's came down, it's runs over the next two days *may* not run, and the train with thw to DRS examples be out just Sat. Not 100% though so don't quote me on that. I hope it does run for you but have a double check. Ta and no doubt you'll be stopping by again soon :) MW [#8875610] 2009-11-19 20:12:55 Left by Brad Joyce (#1187742) Reply Now we're talking, look at this, full sun on the tractor, beautiful!!Brad http://gallerybrad.fotopic.net [#8875665] 2009-11-19 22:47:51 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Ah indeed, I didn't expect sun on the day either! Moreso expected rain so was nice to have some sun! More photos soon, especially in the form of DRS traction... :) MW
The sun glints off DRS 47832 at the stops, creating a timeless image... DRS At Kings Cross Along With Rather A Lot Of Darts...	[#8881655] 2009-12-17 00:48:59 Left by GN (#0) Reply Like this one Michael, as you say, a timeless scene. Could almost be a Stratford 'Namer' with Silver roof sat at Liverpool Street. Nice :) [#8881657] 2009-12-17 00:54:10 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate thanks for your comment. It is indeed nice to capture some of the arty stuff which is around on todays railways. I hope to add some more when the opportunity arises. All the best MW
BR Blue 37109 ELR Tribute To The Class 37's	[#8881533] 2009-12-16 18:37:50 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Hi mate, finally got round to having a better look at this collection and you have some great and interesting shots, this one is one of my favourites. Quite liked the older shots too, namely the EPS 37s, the 37 + 58 + 37 combo. Strange looking at some shots too, like the one of stored ML 37248 and many of the 37s that are now in use with DRS and WCR, as well as ones which are now preserved. If only DRS kept the front that 37610 (and all /6s for that matter!) had, as seen in your shot of it at Barrow Hill. Once again, great collection, keep the photos coming. After a couple of weeks of barely any updates, I've updated my site 3 times recently, with some 47s, Steam engines, Colas 66842 and when I update later on, 313108 in Sussex! Craig :-) [#8881656] 2009-12-17 00:53:05 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Ta for your comments mate. Indeed some timeless stuff. It is funny looking back at engines which are in different guises now, also sad to see engines which were once so mightly, now worse than they are seen photographed. Glad to have got most Bits. 37893 got Preserved to hope to have that for a shot soon to add. Hope 37428 gets saved too! Next year got 37407/424/152/116/219/679 to catch. This weekend hope for one or two DB Schenker liveried examples if I'm lucky! Likewise some of the DRS examples in the 'Compass' scee to be added. Next Springs update though will be the best. GIF 37's in Spain - and operational! :) Memories. Thanks for your comment please check by again on Saturday evening. I hope to have a few new collections shortly! I have had a look at your recent updates and commented on the one I like best, 66842 nice shot mate! Anyway stop by again soon! :) MW
Freightliner 70005 with 70002 bask in the frosty morning sun A Blast From The 70's At Crewe Basford Hall	[#8885708] 2010-01-04 21:34:51 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Finally getting round to commenting! Nice selection of shots here mate, like this one of the 70s under dark skies, the froted 70005 shot and the ones of the 86s. Nice to see them still around. Don't see or phot many of them myself so that's one aim for 2010. Havn't yet seen a 70 yet either, though I'm in no rush too. I've replied to your recent comment on my site, although I will repeat part of it hear about those DRS 20s. Surely they didn't get to Clapham after 1pm? I photted them throrugh Rye at around 1216 and from the information I got from the various gen messages, it pretty much ran on time all day, except the odd 5-10 minutes or two here and there. Keep the photos coming, look forward to future updates. Happy New Year! Craig. [#8885746] 2010-01-04 23:50:34 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Ah glad you like them! Indeed the 86's were very much also what made the visit worth it. The 70's did because, if you've never seen one, it'ssomething new and interesting! Nice to photograph something without having chased it like soo many had! Shall take a nosey on your site. Think you misunderstood what I meant regarding the 20's! Shall keep the photos coming, keep an eye out for this Saturday...which may also feature some white stuff! SNOW! :) MW
Freightliner 70005 and 70002 stabled together by chance, catch the early morning sun A Blast From The 70's At Crewe Basford Hall	[#8888860] 2010-01-18 18:49:55 Left by ej makepeace (#0) Reply think these new class 70s look like brightly painted track mcs change from drab yellow [#8888864] 2010-01-18 18:58:19 Left by ejmakepeace (#0) Reply very good shot of 70005,have yet to see one,spot at rugby WCML,gone very quiet for freight of late. did see 86701 last week on the GB mails pulling 3 class 325s , may see 70s on southampton liners,live quite close to the birmingham -reading line ,although Maersk have pulled out in favour of felixstowe. [#8889070] 2010-01-19 00:17:52 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Yes they are rather bright I tend to agree. Drab yellow? I assume you mean some of the darker shades used on some locos in the past. These certainly do stick out a bit :P [#8889072] 2010-01-19 00:28:39 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Glad you like the photo. I'm not aware they've visited Rugby that often. Though 7006 must have on a trip it did to Ipswich which took it down to Wembley and beyond from Crewe Basford Hall. I've yet to get the 86/7's running on mails, still time for those I suppose. 70's will get to Southampton & Eastleigh in due course. Most probably see one based there in due time. Though for a while at least they won't be heading that way, which I tend to agree is a slight pain! Thanks for stopping by please pop back again soon :)
NR 97302 and 97301 sat in the snow, the pair formerly 37170 and 37100 Barrow Hill Blizzard	[#8886815] 2010-01-09 21:58:55 Left by Craig (#0) Reply A nice selection of snowy shots here mate! This one and the last one are my favourites. Keep the photos coming! Craig [#8886831] 2010-01-09 23:08:14 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply More from Barrow Hill VERY shortly! A blizzard stopped any other photos being taken, which meant the likes of 97303/304, 37409(in shed with doors open), 47818 (in the shed) 47810, 47791/716/707, 37197, 20142/901/905, 31128 were missed out. While 56006 was blocking the turntable - which - without sun, meant light was shit in the roundhouse! Still give me a week or two and I'll be back with more photos for you from there (and Chadden Yard etc) and so on! Glad you like the small collection. All the best! MW
Railfreight Red Stripe 37152 looks smart, seen stabled up Peak Rail	[#8888788] 2010-01-18 08:42:01 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Another nice selection of shots from both Peak Rail and Chaddesden Yard mate. Nice to see 37152 in RF Red Stripe and 31270 in RR rather than green and blue like most seem to be painted in. You've got another 37 over me as I need a photo of 37188. Look forward to more updates. Craig. [#8888824] 2010-01-18 14:34:12 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply I tend to agree. Nice to see something which isn't BR Blue! In due course a Reggie Rail 37/4 would be nice. Still we have 37893 in Pres, another heavyweight. Different to the sodding 37/0's :P I'll be honest though I'd have loved 37152 to get a new coat of Intercity. You never know...maybe one day! Glad you like the photos anyway. Had Peak Rail to myself, literally! My father and a friend I was with found someone who just let us round so nice really. Chaddesden Yard was fine as well, typically as we were leaving 66305 arrived so work a quick shot. I thoughtyou got 37118 from your last visit to Peak Rail?? Ah well, always another time :) MW [#8888861] 2010-01-18 18:50:08 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Yes, a RR 37/4 would be nice. Apparently 37421 is to return to the mainline carrying the livery IIRC. I was hoping 37152 would get another coat of IC too, at least the RF Red Stripe is just as good I guess. I didn't get a proper shot of 37188, it's just visable in a shot I got of 47635. [#8889066] 2010-01-19 00:00:49 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply 37421 in Reggie Rail...nice...I'll be down there goddam fast for that. Run it on a charter to Crewe my lords! :O Mind you 37418 in Reggie Rail would be good. Regarding 37152 don't get me wrong looks great, though I always though Railfreight Red Stripe suited refurbs and heavyweights more ala 37518 etc! Intercity on 37152 would have been nice. Mind you WCRC have 37685...hope they keep it in Intercity to! Shall find that shot of 47635 to find 37188 hiding :P She's got a long way to go before running again! Mind you poor 37077 is chopped up, 37684 next to be followed by tube stock and then poor 37698! Loadhaul froth that! shame.... [#8889458] 2010-01-20 21:56:34 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Personally I kind of prefer the Railfreight Grey without red stripe rather than with stripe when on 37s. It would be nice if 37685 returned in IC, and WCR haven't said no to it either AFAIK! Hmm, how will everyone cope when Loadhaul 37698 gets scrapped? lol. [#8889619] 2010-01-21 18:54:34 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Not so sure, I'll once again say better on the refurbs than the standard examples! Indeed 37685 in IC wouldn't be a bad thing whatsoever :P How will everyone cope? Well 37517 and 3771 are WCRC owned...but still happily in use owned by DBS but used by Contental Rail former Loadhaul (now GIF blue) 37884 is still chugging about...so still some sort of hope! Shame to see it go though. Can't quite see why 37679 got saved and 37698 wasn't, no logic there but some have to go I suppose...
The first time out of the shed for DRS 'Compass' 37409 having been overhauled by HNRC for DRS Barrow Hill Beauties	[#8888787] 2010-01-18 08:36:35 Left by Craig (#0) Reply A nice selection of shots from BH mate. Great to see 37409 virtually ready, hopefully it will find itself on the flasks this summer ;-) That shot of 47375 hiding looks as if they're trying to jump start it off that car! Got anymore trips planned? Keep the photos coming mate. Craig. [#8888825] 2010-01-18 14:52:32 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Yes 37409 is nearly ready, looked immaculate, and certainly sunded ok while undergoing loadbank tests! :P You want it on the flasks do ya? :P Nahh I want it on charter duties etc. I need one shot which will be a challenge for you to catch :P lol! Trips planned, yes a few, though nothing percise as such just yet. That I can by all means let you know on though ;) Photos will be coming along as usual... :) MW [#8888863] 2010-01-18 18:55:20 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Of course I want it on the flasks, I don't want to travel miles up the country just to get a shot of it on a charter! It will be a damn sight better than seeing the same 37/6s on the flasks time and time again too. [#8889065] 2010-01-18 23:58:10 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply What's this all about...you get WAY to many DRS 37's for my liking down your way :P I tend to agree better than the 37/6's (bar 37604/608) :P lol! Oh by the way speaking of trips, this sat coming up, Basford Hall?? :) [#8889455] 2010-01-20 21:52:18 Left by Craig (#0) Reply And that's how I want it to stay! ;-) The only /6s that are welcome down here by me at the moment are 37608 and 37609. Can't do Basford Hall on Sat, bit short notice, but thanks anyway. [#8889620] 2010-01-21 18:57:14 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply It will stay that way, personally I'm more than up for DRS 57's shoved down your way though :P Why 37609? WHY is that welcome? It is the most annoying bloody example going! Can't to Crewe? What? You say you want AC electrics but then pass :P SHOCKING :P I'm guessing a giant kettle has taken priority?? :O lol [#8889742] 2010-01-22 09:19:35 Left by Craig (#0) Reply I'd rather the same annoying 37/6s than 57s! I meant to put 37607, not 37609. Belive 607 is Compassed? Lost track of the Compass 37s tbh. And I can't do Crewe because I can't afford it. Btw updated my site with some London shots from yesterday. Was going to let you know but I ran out of credit yesterday. Look forward to more of your phots. Craig. [#8890133] 2010-01-23 23:01:40 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed. I saw 37604/608/259 today! No piccies sadly so you were let off! Just about 12 DRS 37's on Gresty Bridge at one point today! 37603/688/229 I got photos of! 37087/608/604/601/610/611/607/259/606! Now I'm all up for DRS managing that at their Crewe open event later this year! :P No 37607 is not a Compass machine. Shame about Crewe, wasa good day, only down site was missed 70006 by about 10mins. I shall have a nose through your site this eve mate! BTW seen Railways Illustrated?? MNR Class 37 event? my lords! DRS Crewe, also my lords and 37421 in Regional Railways....well... :P Going to be an 'interesting' year ahead...Ta, MW
Freightliner 66593, 66503, 66603 and 66617 lined up in the north of the yard Crewe Basford Hall 2010	[#8892691] 2010-02-01 23:51:39 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice stuff as usual mate, quite this one even if it is just 66s! Nice to see that three 66s captured here have differing light clusters, which adds a bit of interest to the photo in my opinion. Nice Can shots too, looks like you got quite a few on your visit, not that I'm suprised! See you've cabbed a 70 too, can't be many enthusiasts who have done that just yet? Have updated my site, twice in the past two days. First with some steam shots and lasty a GBRf convoy and 56312 on 4Z91! Look forward to more photos! Craig :-) [#8892948] 2010-02-02 23:21:55 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello, glad you like the photos! Ineed 86's seem to be a common sight there now. The 90's seemingly living at Ipswich on weekends clearly...about time you did a visit as you need a lot of the 86's??? Indeed 70002 was unlocked, first one in the yard that has been left unlocked when unattended in the yard since arrival, suppose keeping anyone but fitters out :P No driversat Crewe know them yet. However 70006 has arrived yestrday to start driver training on the class for all Crewe based drivers. I have seen your updates, and commented, ta MW
DRS 'Compass' 37259 leading the train with 37608 on the rear, this sat in the station confused a few locals waiting for the usual SWT 455 DRS 37's Just Showing They'll Go Anywhere...	[#8893425] 2010-02-04 23:08:46 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice tractor shots mate, despite the rancid weather. Pity they were two that I need recents phots of though and not a pest pair. Although saying that, that could come back to haunt me! No doubt the next time I go to see a 37 hauled Serco, two usuals will be on it! Keep the photos coming. Craig :-) [#8893438] 2010-02-05 00:10:18 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply DRS 'Compass' 37 froth! lol! Yes sorry DRS decided to send those two down my way...might be worth you contacting DRS Gresty Bridge asking for anything going to London & Surrey being in an old paint guise! The weather was actually perfect. Sunw ould have been wrong side and left 37259 backlit, so ideal by all means! :) Hopefully you'll get at least one example that I had at some point, the set isn't due down your way this week but maybe next week you'll have some luck with it! I shall keep the photos coming and likewise yourself! MW
DRS 'Compass' 37259 now leads through Raynes Park heading off in the New Malden direction, 37608 now tailing DRS 37's Wandering Again...	[#8895061] 2010-02-11 19:34:07 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice selection of Tractors shots here mate. Keep the coming! Craig. [#8895133] 2010-02-11 23:59:55 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Glad you have enjoyed them! More of these two if they're about the SWML again in due course. Some routes they still haven't covered this way just yet! Can't wait for lighter dull days though! lol :P
Fastline Freight 66305 making an unsual appearance in London on the 6Z31 Fastline engineers move Fastline In London	[#8895062] 2010-02-11 19:45:34 Left by Craig (#0) Reply A very nice and very similar shot to mine mate, as goes for the rest of them. Funny how we were at the same place at the same time and not known about it. Look forward to more photos! Craig. [#8895134] 2010-02-12 00:00:53 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Ahh I shall have a look at yours, indeed it is, maybe at some point we'll have a bloody clue! Maybe...still...we at least found that rare thing in the sky called the sun! :P MW
DRS 'Compass' 37409 sits ready for DRS, since I last saw her she's had her ploughs painted Briefly Back To Barrow Hill	[#8899606] 2010-03-01 10:53:09 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice shots mate. Looking forward to seeing this one in the future (hopefully)! On the Dungeness flasks would be great :P Nice to see DRS getting 47810/818 too. [#8900391] 2010-03-04 22:50:25 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, thanks for your comment! Indeed good to see more stuff saved. Don't complain about 6M95 though you landed a pair of 20's you jammy bod! Still I was lucky with this photo, much better quality I feel which was part of the reason I went back asI required an image of it for possible commercial use. Stop by again soon. MW
DRS bound 47810 awaiting decals Briefly Back To Barrow Hill	[#8899083] 2010-02-27 04:11:07 Left by Brad Joyce (#1187742) Reply Fantastic to get these locos prior to DRS branding, what a beast!!Brad http://gallerybrad.fotopic.net [#8900393] 2010-03-04 22:52:04 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed, though better with decals I feel! Still all in good time I suppose. Thanks for your comment. MW
DRS 'Compass' 37601 with 37608 this time seen at Newcastle The Cumbrian Crusader Railtour	[#8904796] 2010-03-23 23:05:04 Left by Craig (#0) Reply A nice selection of shots here mate. Nice to see a variety of traction and different liveries considering you were actually a railtour for most of the day. Looked like a cracking tour. Shame you got 37608 instead of 37667 although seeing as 37608 was said to have not worked much passenger workings (think that's what you said?), then I guess some would have been happy with the swap (namely some 37 bashers?) Have replied to your latest comment on my site. Won't repeat much here although what I will say is thanks for the Crewe trip offer. I should be heading to the Glous Warks with a mate for their diesel gala on that day so can't make it. Perhaps another time. Thanks again anyway, much appreciated! Look forward to more photos. Believe a the same pair of 31s that come down to Ashford/Tonbridge on 1Q14 on Thurs also visit some SWT metals later in the afternoon/evening? One for you perhaps? Take care! Craig. [#8904804] 2010-03-23 23:51:02 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Not the 37 shot I expected the comment on, but nice never the less :P Have explained via your sit why 37608 was chosen, ah well I suppose it'll drop onto another charter some other time. Shame about Crewe etc, enjoy the Glos Warks though! I sall check those piccies out! 1Q14 Thurs eve eh? One I will check, thankfully the clocks change right? :) Ta, MW
DRS 'Compass' 37194 lives up to the reputation of the class 37 loco as it heads off to Selhurst after a 10min wait Yet Another London Jaunt ...With Good Reason!	[#8904797] 2010-03-23 23:07:18 Left by Craig (#0) Reply More nice shots mate, this I do like. Thought for a moment when I heard 37194 was heading for Selhurst that it would be heading on to a test train, but I forgot, proper fronted 37s don't work Sercos, do they? LOL! Keep the photos coming mate. Craig. [#8904805] 2010-03-23 23:52:36 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks for the comment, indeed quite a rarity this one! I thought SERCO work was unlikely, didn't know what it was up to but taking 37611 to Crewe I understand. Indeed 'proper' examples don't see use on test trains, which is very annoying! Ta, MW
Still looking smart in DRS 'Compass' livery and awaiting OMTR fittment is 37409 at Barrow Hill Barrow Hill, Crewe Gresty Bridge, Euston Sleeper and some GBRF 73's...	[#8906408] 2010-03-30 23:20:35 Left by Craig (#0) Reply A nice selection of largely heritage traction shots here mate. Quite like the sunny one of 20306. Is it serviceable? Suprised it's not at Eastleigh tbh. I think it's about time 37688 pays Kent a visit. Keep the photos coming! Craig. [#8906420] 2010-03-31 00:30:20 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply I think 20306 is on site to provide the occasional bit for 20301/304 and 20305 (the latter being fixed at Norwich) Ahh but 37688 has done, and in that guise, abit in winter in the darkess, my end anyway, but you were slacking so missed it :P Indeed largely heritage, hope upon my next visit to add to it some nicely sparkly new heritage things! :) Ta, MW [#8907514] 2010-04-04 23:01:25 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Ah I see. No harm in having 37688 down again though! I mean, it, and much of the DRS 37 fleet, has to be better than 37609 surely? :P [#8907524] 2010-04-04 23:21:17 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply 37609 is annoying, 37607 is annoying as is 37038! While equally annoying is 37610 with 37608 starting to reach it's level status wise! Decent traction please! :) Indeed 37688 had a long sell down your way, however that was (and heres a clue why) BEFORE it got a certain guise :P After a repaint it's not allowed south of Crewe when your not busy :P Such are DRS these days... ;) MW [#8907690] 2010-04-05 19:01:13 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Haha, typical, typical, TYPICAL, but, so true! You mention 37608. I see that is allox 6O62, as is 20304, so looks like they'll be at Dungeness, and could well be appearing on my fotopic, tomorrow! Could be worse... Btw mate, after hunting high and low for any available funds I may have, I shall definitely not be able to do Wednesday. Thanks for the invite anyway, it's appreciated! Craig. [#8907754] 2010-04-05 22:55:52 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply It is indeed true. Ah is 37608 another Compass job for you? Or have you got that one? I foget! Never the less getting close now! I'm hoping for, should I venture to Carlisle, that the Sellafield Sodas produce something interesting or indeed some nice stuff off Kingmoor runs to the depot L/E. Wednesdays seems to be the favoured day for L/E's from Kingmoor to Sellafield noted in the past! Also spotted 37604 with status T so thats Carlisle bound! Who knows.... ;) Ah 20304 and 37608 for you ought to be good, allocated load four it would seem as well! So could be interesting! No funds, shameful, tut tut :P MW
Freightliner/Shanks 66522 catches the sun stabled with 66545 and others down the FLHH row 12 siding Freightliner Crewe Basford Hall	[#8906409] 2010-03-30 23:26:19 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Another nice selection here mate. Pity yoiu didn't have 66522 facing the other way though. I see you've captured, dare I say, my 'pet fred' 66536. Got offered a cab ride in it into Thamesport FLT in April 2004 and have sometimes looked out for it ever since. Plenty of 86s present too. Nice :-) Keep them coming! Craig. [#8906424] 2010-03-31 00:35:48 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Yes a pain about the way 66522 was facing but 66518 was stabled infront of it and thankfully a gap was left inbetween. Mind you 66525 behind it also had a gap which was a pain! Could have done with moving 66545 up to 66619 and also 66522's Shanks Lime Green end would have been on display too! Pet fred! my lords! That one as well! I dont know these days. Mind you that said 66502/510/522/623 are watched with egal eyes... ;) Yes half of the class 86 fleet were present on the day! - The most I've seen on a visit, one up on the numerous occasions of 7 or 8 being present so the record of 9 has been set. I shall keep the photos rolling in! Ta, MW :)
Colas Rail 66843 is glanced at by enthusiasts while working the logs south Carlisle With A Hint Of Summer	[#8910708] 2010-04-18 21:47:57 Left by jamie (#0) Reply another cracking shot there my email is jamrail@hotmail.co.uk [#8910731] 2010-04-18 22:37:23 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate glad you also like the Carlisle collection. Sahll drop you an email in due course! :) MW
4M74 heads south with Freightliner Grey 86622 leading 86613 Carlisle With A Hint Of Summer	[#8908797] 2010-04-10 08:00:44 Left by (#0) Reply Wow! I didn't think Freightliner were still using 86s, especially a grey one! Some great shots here btw! [#8908884] 2010-04-10 18:23:09 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Yes several are still in use with Freightliner. 86622 isnot the only grey one. It is joined in traffic with 86637! The latter a few months back wasassigned a repaint into Freightliner Green however it was at the tme required so was tken back into use before any repaint could be done. Never the less I'd expect both of these two to go Freightliner Green this year so get them while you can. 4M74 is always booked for a pair of Freightliner 86's and passes the station at 16:50! Glad you like the photos! :)
Colas Rail 66843 is held to time as it basks in the early afternoon sun Carlisle With A Hint Of Summer	[#8908930] 2010-04-10 21:48:19 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice shots here mate, quite these ones of 66843 and as well as the one of the 86s. Keep them coming! Craig. [#8908960] 2010-04-11 01:30:26 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Ah indeed, a second time round for me with this Colas machine. Of note this when it was DRS 66409 was my first DRS 66 for a proper photo (though 66410 was my first sighting of a DRS 66) So ironic it's my first Colas example. In due time plan to get the others in Colas. On the 'to do' list somewhere behind 37 repaints froth, 37 froth, DRS froth and Thornaby 56's... ;) lol haha! Glad you like them. The 86 photo is growing on me, despite being back lit I like it. Thanks, Michael
DRS 'Compass' 37510 leads 37667 on the 6Z90 Tyne Dock - Sheerness scrap at Peterborough. Back out for this train with 37667 leading on Saturday DRS ECML Invasion	[#8910297] 2010-04-17 07:21:19 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice shot mate, as goes for the rest. Pity they weren't the other way around though! ;-) Look forward to your shots of the return working! Craig. [#8910366] 2010-04-17 19:03:45 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Glad you like the photo! Indeed worth seeing :) I was happy with the order myself as you well know. It worked very nicely for todays (Sat) return :P Photos of the return working are up. I shall check yours soon as well :) MW
DRS 'Compass' pair 37667 leads 37510 on the 6Z70 Sheerness - Tyne Dock scrap, passing Barnes on SWT metals in the early afternoon sunshine DRS 37's and GBRF Make A Memorable Day At Barnes	[#8910464] 2010-04-17 23:12:05 Left by Craig (#0) Reply I like these 37 shots! Like them a lot. Apparently this may happen again next week, not that that I could see it if ther was another Saturday departure. Will have to bear Barnes in mind for anything of interest in the future. I assume all trains taking the line to Barnes Bridge (I think?) would be on the fast line from Clapham Junction? Once again, nice shots, keep them coming! Craig. [#8910471] 2010-04-18 00:07:06 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate glad you like them! :D It would be nice if this does get 37 haulage just not next Sat when I'm in Norwich or if it has to, the same pair or a pair I'm not fussed over! :P Though it went via Barnes this time due to Mitre Bridge being shut for engineers works! If the line was open weather it would go this route which 6M34 also does is anyones guess. If not it would mean for me either Kensington Olympia in cloudy weather or your way in sun! Mitre Bridge should see moe engineers works over the next few weeks so if this can produce solid class 37's it will be nice :) It would seem it's all part of DRS giving up 10 66's when their lease goes (not shortly but not a long way away either!) What with 37'son this and 57'son intermodal workings! :) Point 2 - It does NOT go via Barnes Bridge, it turns off and heads off towards Acton Wells. On SWT metals its Barnes where the train changes route. The junction just the other side of the station and infront of the 37's in my photo! :P Barnes is a great place for freight! As a general so if your my way and want something let me know and will join you there glad you like myself like the location. At Clapham it on the Windsor lines, so pops up at platform 5/6, which of these it takes is anyones guess! Normally 5 however don't bet on it! Clapham is too cluttered, no room and too much to get in the way of this train hence Barnes was chosen. Wandsworth Town is ok but freight goes through there at a pace! I hope that helps and I will keep them coming! MW [#8910527] 2010-04-18 08:49:02 Left by Craig (#0) Reply I agree with you about if it does run with 37s again next Sat then either the same pair or a non-fussed pair. I believe previous 6Z70s have gone via Olympia, due their 1220 I think, so would assume it would've gone that had there been no engineering works on that line. Surely it would go through Barnes Bridge though? The time say Barnes, then New Kew Junc, then Kew East Junc. Looking at this on a rail atlas of mine, to get from Barnes and use New Kew Junc to access the Acton Wells line it would've come off at Barnes Junction (the one infront of the 37s as pictured) and through Barnes Bridge. Will let you know when I plan to go there next. I've done Wandsworth Town before, quite a nice spot providing stuff goes through platform 5 at Clapham. Thanks for the info. [#8910621] 2010-04-18 16:50:30 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed, I think Mitre Bridge is shut for the next few weekends which is nice should 6Z70 run it sticks it well for photos. If it runs by Kensington Olympia in future in clouds worth a photo but useless in sun so I'd come your way to Sheerness for it early one morning for the shunting etc :) I hope it continues to work it's revised route though. It does not pass through Barnes Brigde, that goes the OTHER way on the spur. That I can assure you. I've seen piccies at Wandsworth Town and they are not great, light is ok as is length of the train BUT signals get in the way to the left of the photo so you need to take it on zoom which isn't as nice an effect as at Barnes where it all just seems to piece together. Indeed let me know when your down this way and likwise if I'm in Kent on 'DRS 37' business I'll let you know! MW [#8910626] 2010-04-18 17:12:24 Left by Ben.D (#0) Reply Great update from Barnes. Great. This is my favourite keep it up mate [#8910647] 2010-04-18 18:20:53 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate thanks for your comment glad you like the photos please stop by again soon! :) MW [#8910686] 2010-04-18 20:10:21 Left by Jamie (#0) Reply Hi thanks for taking the time to look at my site and for your comment , i like this photo this is a REAL train brilliant website lots of brill shots Thanks once again for the crewe Basford hall i really do appreciate it thanks [#8910705] 2010-04-18 21:43:34 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hi mate, thats fine no worries! Glad you like the photos, indeed a nice sight and 6Z70 is in for next Wednesday but via the MML clearly it had a good run so they are considering keeping the train going via Clapham/Barnes. Reaches Barnes 19:23 on Wed, I may go up the MML for it not sure. It calls at Drby which is tempting and I've a friend up that way so might well if he's about do some sort of day trip depending on finances etc :) Glad you like my gallery as a whole. As for Crewe Basford Hall I've left you a message so drop my main email a line! :) MW
DRS 'Compass' 37510 leads it's sister loco 37667 on another weeks round on 6Z90 this time coming down via the MML and seen at a sunny Derby DRS 37's at Derby	[#8911461] 2010-04-22 11:28:26 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Great shots here mate, really really nice. Pity DRS couldn't have given 667 a quick clean when it ran back to Kingmoor the other day though! Keep the photos coming. Craig [#8911528] 2010-04-22 17:30:15 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Glad you like them! In some sun as well. Said train runs Friday. 12:30 at Barnes it's going up the MML again so clearly easier pathing. I'll be going for this again i want 37667 on the front again. Thought I'm not 110% as 37667 took the train to Hitchin, think train reverses into siding there so a runround should have 37510 back to Sheerness and then 37667 on the front tomorrow for the return. Though I'm sure you really want it the other way around! I'm using Barnes again as there is something I want to try. That and its a lovely little spot! Shall keep the photos coming. Not fussed if the 37's are clean or not, fact is they're being used which is the main thing! Ta! MW
DRS 'Compass' pair 37667 and 37510 at Barnes working 6Z70 from Sheerness to Tyne Dock, once again catching the early afternoon sunshine DRS 37's in London Again	[#8911760] 2010-04-23 16:55:27 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Once again, nice photos mate! I see you were rather lucky with that SWT unit. Think it's time for a new pair lol. Keep the phots coming. [#8911864] 2010-04-24 01:51:09 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks...again! :) Ah indeed...nearly...but never the less...not quite :P Fills the photo nicely in a way. Train is booked to run next week, traction wise who knows...indeed something new eh! Shall keep the photos coming! :) MW
DRS 'Compass' 20305 at Norwich waiting with one charter DRS In Norwich	[#8912768] 2010-04-27 21:36:19 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Some nice shots here of a rather different tour mate. Nice to see/hear these things occuring. Can't be many tours that split and form two seperate tours. Only now have I been able to comment, a combination of my photos/videos (the videos taking absolutely ages!) to sort out from the weekend as well as other commitments, I haven't had much time. Keep the photos coming! Craig. [#8912787] 2010-04-27 22:52:21 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply It certainly is nice to see. More so that DRS will be back into the charter business shortly! So more interesting bits about! Video's eh? Oh dear...it's got THAT bad has it :P lol still as long as they benefit you! MW
Deep in a book, without a care for 66956 or any of its stablemates... ...but with trainers to match the FL locos and FL wash buckets :P Freightliner Ipswich	[#8912771] 2010-04-27 21:47:01 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Another nice set of shots mate. I quite like this one, very different but very nice at the same time. Perhaps the guy captured didn't have a care for any of the Freightliner locos because they aren't that 'decent'? ;-) He blatently has a soft spot for Freightliner with those green trainers though! Once again, keep the photos coming mate. [#8912788] 2010-04-27 22:54:56 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply LOL! cracking, compared to DRS yes, perhaps not, but once in a while a look at the green team over the blue boys from Cumbria was nice! No 70 thats because it's at a sodding show! RUDE! Al well, such is life... The green trainers, well they match the locos and the buckets...what can one really add to that!?!... :) Ta I shall do matey! MW
Overkill perhaps for an 8 carriage train sees Railfreight Large Logo 56040 leading Loadhaul 56098, Large Logo Blue 56086 and 73114 await the off The Battlefield Line Spring 2010 Event	[#8917382] 2010-05-19 01:04:34 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Overkill indeed! Nice photos mate, looked like a good event. 56098 looks great in Loadhaul, espesically in the sun. Maybe, once it has been repaired, they should get it double heading a train with 50035! Nice shot also of the blue 31 at Barrow Hill. That looks nice matched with the blue/grey stock. Look forward to your 37 convoy shots from Didcot :-) Craig. [#8917650] 2010-05-20 15:05:34 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply It was indeed a good event. 56098 I was lucky with the photo. I cheated :P Still if you don't ask staff you don't get anywhere :P The 31 shot at Barrow Hill was worth a photo, just, as was Mainline Blue 37372, the rest I'm afriad was not really great for photographs! A shame, still I feel aftr Crewe on Sat 22nd I might be able to nip over to the foamhouse for some piccies :) MW
DRS 'Compass' 37603 leads 0Z31 with 37605, 37261 and 37612 into Didcot station to await their transfer north DRS 37's at Didcot	[#8917606] 2010-05-20 08:31:05 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Very nice shot here mate. Pity 37261 wasn't on the back but you can't have everything I guess. Quite like the first shot of the RES Gronk with the power station in the background too. Keep the photos coming! Craig. [#8917661] 2010-05-20 15:53:49 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Hello! :) Glad it's ok :) Sun was perfect, out when it came in, then cloud when required! 37261, I can't complain really. The worse one was 37605 but I could have got a better shot of that had I required. However 37261 was the engine I was directly after of he three stored ones anyway so I was quite happy with my result. The RES gronk has only just arrived at Didcot, it spent a lot of time at Toton. It was last at Didcot in early 2002! Which, typically in 2002 I photographed there along with the likes of 37203, 37372, 58047 (dodgy photo!) 58042, 58043, 58049 and 58024 (good piccies) :) along with POLICE 47829, Virgin 47854 and a Poterbrook 57601! Lord doesn't that date it! :P No digital camera back then and at age 13 not the best photographer of the bunch. Looking back I could have had some cracking 58 and 37 and 60 shots from there, if I was even just 19-20 at the time a train down to Didcot from London for a whole host of 37, 58 and 60 action! :( Can't turn back the clock. Las time I got 37's at Didcot was 37710 and 37798 on a RHTT set! :O So to see four 37's at Didcot again was nice indeed :) MW
DRS 'Compass' 37603 leads 37605, 37261 and 37612 into Didcot station to await their transfer north DRS 37's at Didcot	[#8918666] 2010-05-25 19:21:54 Left by Brad Joyce (#0) Reply Great shots Mr Wright :) Sorry I haven't been in touch, my email went down but i up and running again now with a new email address as you can see. Drop us an email matey and we'll arrange a meet up, Brad http://gallerybrad.fotopic.net [#8918686] 2010-05-25 20:33:01 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Yes thought you had vanished! Though noticed your outwith Emily lots so assumed that was why! I do notice you travel at ANY excuse by train :P - Clever tactic ;) Glad the email is fixed, I'll pop a comment over and sort something out at some point in time. Indeed a meet up must be arranged one day. Glad you like the recent updates! :) MW
Tornado again on it's charter at London Euston, another shot just as someone from Kent was at Padd and couldn't be in two places at once :P Crewe	[#8919091] 2010-05-27 19:05:38 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Beast of a loco and a good set of shots here mate. Paddington was better though as two steam locos were there, one of which I hadn't seen before, rather than just the one at Euston, which I've seen many times now (including just the week before as you know) and should be out photting it again on numerous occassions over the coming weeks! Like the shot of 56312, nice and sunny. Interesting Freightliner convoy shots too. [#8919161] 2010-05-27 22:53:00 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Euston had the same number of locos! 67016 brought the train in :P then again your charter had an ECS loco, so thats 3, plus three on the beds. So I make that sx. Euston had 60163, 67016, a stabled Virgin thunderbird, 90026 on one sleeper tailed by 66037, then as I said, the other sleeper soon came in and blocked Tornado, so thats six :P You've seen that froth kettle more than me :P pft...Im sure...lol....I can match that with some locos though! Ta for comment on 56312, I was thinking maybe 56311 would work it but it seems 56312 is all too common on charters unlike 56311! lol! MW [#8920255] 2010-06-01 19:47:48 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Yeah, but how many DECENT locos did Paddington and Euston have? :P Paddington had three, the two steam locos and the WCR ECS loco which was 37706 (mind you, never saw it) and I guess the three 57s can be classed as decent. But, the six you had is still impressive, despite a few not being decent, especially considering that Euston is largle units only now. And it's not everyday you see a shed on the sleeper stock, is it? I thought the same regarding the Grid tour. About time 56311 comes out again. I think when tours are advertised as 56, it should actually read 56312! Still, the same Grid as to be better than no Grid in my opinion. [#8920296] 2010-06-01 22:59:33 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply True true you will win on this occasion! Class 57 wise prefer the DRS examples, nice and traditional, though I do like FGW 57's as they aren't modified. I have photos of 57301/303/311/312 all before that horrible coupling, sadly all photos taken on a film camera, never a digital shot! Yes 56 wise I tend to agree, but 56312 has literally been on EVERY railtour, 56311 is operational, how about using that one instead! MW
DRS 'Compass' 37688 stabled Blue Lightening	[#8919093] 2010-05-27 19:14:51 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Another nice and interesting set of shots here mate. Ta for the password. Looking through them, I get the impression that it was like an open day all to yourself, with most of the locos in good positions for photos. Starting to get, but only a wee bit, envious of all these 37688 in Compass livery shots. I hope you asked DRS to let it out and down to Kent for me? [#8919163] 2010-05-27 22:55:52 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply It was, though open days have more locos, a few moved for photos, and for example expect 37688 to be sat bot behind a fence when the open day comes! Likewise 37606 and 20306 will be shoved further over and the Fastline 66's tucked round the back hidden, well, maybe one out on display. Generally though I was impressed. Look foward to doing it again :P Oh, as for 37688, I would not fear, more to come no doubt! ;) DRS don't want it in Kent, it's their depot pet so doesnt really wish to venture south :P Glad photos were liked from here :) Will unlock in due time...one day...lol [#8920253] 2010-06-01 19:41:17 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Oh yes, 37688 behind a fence at an open day. Yes, reckon that will be in order if I manage to do the Crewe GB event in July. I can understand if DRS didn't want their 'depot pet' to leave Kingmoor, seeing as it's named after them, but the thing is sat at Gresty Bridge! [#8920294] 2010-06-01 22:56:34 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply If you don't, I'll link a few photos over :P I reckon she'll be parked mroe favourably come the open event. Should I visit GB again beforehand, I'll do so in the afternoon so the sun is round the other side... :P Yes true, it's at Crewe..but but...that is nearer than Dungeness :P It did work down ONCE after its 'Compass' repaint, though I failed to grab a decent photo while you failed to be bothered - not thinking that said loco would suddenly be rather a pain! :P No 0Z30 to EH today (Tues) Hope that Wed early AM they send a loco down, now, 37218 and 37601 are the only 37's at Gresty Bridge on 'N' status, lets hope they pick wisely :P Your as safe as ever regarding 37604, at Springburn on exam, of all places! lol! ...anyway...June is here, as is, in theory the summer, best of luck in our challenge :P MW
Large Logo Blue 37425 was a suprise visitor to Didcot today seen stabled Didcot Time Warp	[#8919100] 2010-05-27 19:23:13 Left by Craig (#0) Reply A very nice set of shots here mate, very nice indeed. Nice shots also of the 73s at Waterloo and the Freightliner stuff at Basford Hall. I like these ones of 37425, the convoy and that reflection shot. You got it right about the DBS 66s, being the dullest loco of all. Even the 08 that can just be seen in the railway centre in the background is more interesting than the shed! Pity the damn things got in the way of the convoy too. Keep the photos coming mate! Can I expect any anytime soon? [#8919165] 2010-05-27 22:59:15 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Barbie 73's at Waterloo had to be good, best pair really to ask for on a test train those. 37425 was asalways a bonus, and very welcomed hence a few photos of it. Indeed the DBS 66 is dull, the livery on it is very uninspiring as well, just drab all over. I'm amazed DBS havent repainted about 19 others, all you need are two electrics and 20 66's (including 66152) and maybe another 59 to join 59206, and you'll have a lot of engines all over the place doing DBSchenker much more good advertising wise, unlike now. Still they penny pinch unlike the other FOC's so what can you expect some times eh? :P More photos, yes you can expect them. Colas froth tomorrow (Friday) before work :) Saturday maybe more stuff from the blue team fingers crossed :P Thanks, and shall be back over to your gallery to comment soon :) MW
DRS 'Compass' 37218 leads the 1Q12 test train with 37259 tailing on the 4pm visit of the day to Stratford Stratford In The 'Summer' June ...	[#8923511] 2010-06-16 22:01:44 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice set of shots mate. You must feel a tad better seeing as now you've only got the one 'Compass' 37 to get compared to me with my 3? ;-) Shame Freightliner couldn't have repainted the whole of the front on 86501 although I guess it will receive the 'Powerhaul' livery in due course. [#8923582] 2010-06-17 00:36:54 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Yes indeedie, not a bad pleace to go either for photos, indeed 86501...the shady shabster loco! :P It'll get the new livery soon enough, then, as we know with this subject, will bugger off never to be seen again for a while... :P Glad you like the pics though! :) MW
DRS 'Compass' 37218 being looked at by a London Overground member of staff Stratford In The 'Summer' June ...	[#8922469] 2010-06-11 20:09:37 Left by Lee Scott (#1136593) Reply Think you'll find he's London Overground staff Michael ;) [#8922523] 2010-06-12 01:43:06 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply So your right! ;) Sorted...
DRS 'Compass' 37409 sparkles in the sun having just arrived at London Waterloo with 37423 DIT and the saloon, 37409 awaits the off for her maiden trip DRS 37409 Returns To The Mainline	[#8923513] 2010-06-16 22:07:54 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Another nice set of shots here mate, as goes for the 73s/stuff at Stratford. When was the last time four heritage diesels visited Waterloo on the same day? I quite like this one, nice and sunny despite being under a roof! I reckon 37409 won't do a 37688 and avoid me though. I believe I have a better chance of seing 37409 than I do 37688 at the moment. ;-) Strange to think that the green saloon was once a buffet car in one of the class 203 'Hastings' DEMUs! Keep the photos coming mate! Craig. [#8923588] 2010-06-17 00:52:07 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Indeed glad you like the photos! :) I couldn't tell you the last time that happened, and you mean SIX, a pair of 08's in the international building hiding and cant seem to be seen no matter where you look from doh! I reckon 37409 will do a 37688 for a while, at least untill Crewe Gresty Bridge anyway. That saloon was a buffet car? Really? Much better use of it TBH as it is now :P MW
DRS 'Compass' 37409 at London Waterloo, sadly someone in Kent might be a little bit pissed by this one as well as 37409 is now copying 37688 with my and my number of photos/sights of said locos... DRS 37409 Returns To The Mainline	[#8923301] 2010-06-15 22:19:16 Left by James Power (#1134519) Reply Beautifully captured mate [#8923327] 2010-06-15 23:46:56 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks mate a nice suprise indeed :) MW
Freightliner 'PowerHaul' 86637 works 4M54 with 86632 DIT, the first time the loco has been leading a service in daylight since it's repaint, smart it looks too... I've Got The Powerhaul	[#8925816] 2010-06-27 01:03:44 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice shots mate as usual. Quite a nice livery on the 86, except for the front which looks a bit odd imo. No doubt something for myself to aim for at some point, although I expect it would ages to capture like with most 'requirements'. Btw, got something in the post today. Envelope with a red compass logo and an address of a certain Carlisle based railfreight firm on ;-) So yeah, I got me ticket for the Crewe GB event :-) Craig. [#8925984] 2010-06-27 21:54:01 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply It is something different to say the least! Ages? Why'd that be now? Say the words Basford Hall on the 10th and you may be in with a shot... ;) Ah lol you got tickets good stuff, see the above :) Comment on your recent photos shortly! MW [#8925992] 2010-06-27 22:23:49 Left by Andy Parkinson (#0) Reply Nice photo of 86637 in its new guise. [#8925995] 2010-06-27 22:30:31 Left by Andy Parkinson (#0) Reply Hi Michael. Firstly cheers for giving me info about getting around Basford Hall. Managed a visit with Jez on 22nd May. Do you know if there is any tours on the 10th July as it would be an excellent day to visit as i also have a ticket for the DRS Openday. Cheers in advance. Andy Parkinson. [#8926006] 2010-06-27 23:02:48 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks very much glad you like the photo [#8926007] 2010-06-27 23:04:03 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply No problem I'm happy to help regarding July 10th something is being organsed but I doubt Jez himself will run a visit as he's on late nights unless he does an afternoon tour we'll just have to see. Something though I'm sure can be organised :) MW
Trainload Coal 56097 awaits to depart Ramsbottom further towards the heart of Manchester East Lancashire Railway Summer Event	[#8928510] 2010-07-08 22:35:41 Left by Craig (#0) Reply A nice selection of shots here mate, I apologise for not looking at them sooner. Looked like a good event with a good line up. I agree about 50015, would have been nice to have that in 'Dutch', seeing as there's many 50s in Large Logo Blue, but still it looks good. Currently working on my DRS Crewe Attendees list ;-) Keep the photos coming! [#8928822] 2010-07-10 00:59:27 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply No probs matey! :) Yeh, the 50 could be better, too many in Large Logo Blue...YAWN...that said 50027 is already and soon 50017 will go NSE as well! Glad 50008 is a bit different as well. As for 50044, thats non standard and wrong! LOL! Indeed the lists are done, and very interesting stuff! :P MW
DRS 'Compass' 37688 "Kingmoor TMD" ahead of 37510 in the main shed DRS 2010 Crewe Gresty Bridge Event	[#8930080] 2010-07-14 22:42:26 Left by Craig (#0) Reply A very nice selection of photos here mate, nice to see so many largely people-less shots! Like your shots of 37688 (I woinder why lol), 37409 and the 'arty' type shots especially. Nice to finally meet you properly and I apologise to you and your Dad for just rushing off to get my train in the afternoon! Keep the photos coming mate! Craig [#8930110] 2010-07-15 00:20:42 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply A shot of 37688 commented,m just like your one is, what are the odds of that eh?! :P Lol it's fine, great day out, something to sort again, as for rushing off, just coz you wanted to be on a certain Pendo which you probably haven't travelled on before! LOL! MW
DRS 'Compass' pair 37229 and 37259 soak up some brief afternoon sun DRS 2010 Crewe Gresty Bridge Event	[#8930090] 2010-07-14 23:28:45 Left by Craig (#0) Reply I'm back and carrying out little job 1 of 2 ;-) Another shot I quite like and one that I didn't think to get myself... The shot works quite well and shows the detail differences between the two otherwise same 37/0s very clearly. Good job that. Keep the photos coming once again mate! [#8930112] 2010-07-15 00:23:34 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply LOL! I swear you did get the shot...or not...humm...indeed, prefer the 'proper' example though...and dont we all! :) MW
The event feeling, in the shed anyway, made for fun photography, and for others a challenge, 37218, 37510, 37688, 57009, 20308, 20306 and 37609 all in shot DRS 2010 Crewe Gresty Bridge Event	[#8929793] 2010-07-13 19:14:26 Left by James Power (#1134519) Reply Back to the camera, blue bag and beige shorts - Thats me :D. Fine selection of pics mate. [#8930113] 2010-07-15 00:25:12 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Glad you like the pics! LOL yeh I was amazed how many pople have commented in one way or another on how just a few images managed to have them in...see you were found at the event also then, didnt escape the camera this time! MW
This lot would be fighting for a clear photograph of 20308, hard when busy eh? What if you wanted a photo of 37688 from this end? DRS 2010 Crewe Gresty Bridge Event	[#8930091] 2010-07-14 23:38:47 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Or a shot of 57009 from where 20306 was parked? ;-) Either way you couldn't really win whatever shot you wanted without someone getting in the way! Excpet of course leaving the shed shots until later in the day when it was rather quite and vertially hassle-free to phot the locos like we did! I quite like this and the other people shots as well, reminds us of the lengths we go to to get shots! Once again, nice shots and keep the coming! [#8930114] 2010-07-15 00:29:02 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Shup! lol! It was indeed similar to the Jerry Springer show...infact some people may have been going..."Jerry Jerry Jerry" at the event, are we were the smart ones...no people in the way makes for quality photographs! :) Yeh, thats why I took them, a reminder to a fun day out, with it's extra little quirks! LOL! MW
Looking fresh in the Freightliner PowerHaul livery, the first 90 to carry the livery and on it's first daylight working since it's repaint, passes Stratford with 4M88 PowerHaul Returns...	[#8930083] 2010-07-14 22:56:44 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice shots once again. The livery suits the 90 quite well although I'm not so keep on the grey bit at the front! Thanks for the info on this btw, I couldn't get out for it due to work although I don't think there's anything to worry about. Not unless Freightliner ditch all the 90s before I get a chance to phot a powerhaul liveried 86 or 90! Once again nice photos and I look forward to any future shots! Craig :-) [#8930116] 2010-07-15 00:31:45 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply I like the livery on the 86's and 90's, grown on me a bit I suppose. They look better than the 70's anyhoo! LOL No probs on info for it, worth a crack. More 90's on the way in that guise soon, one of.both 90049 and 90043 over at LNWR for treatment currently! More shots as/when I'm out! :) MW
DRS 'Compass' pair 37604 leads 37601 on 4M71 Tilbury - Daventry passed Willesden Junction running on time You Thought That It's All Over.....It Isn't Now...	[#8931174] 2010-07-19 23:57:08 Left by Steve GN (#0) Reply The 37s are very nice shots actually, nice work! [#8931176] 2010-07-20 00:23:01 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Thanks; good you like the photos :) MW
DRS 'Compass' 37604 (the last 37 I required in DRS 'Compass' livery) leads 37601 on 4M71, sorry Craig, afraid you lost our challenge :P You Thought That It's All Over.....It Isn't Now...	[#8931149] 2010-07-19 22:27:37 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Yeah yeah, alright, don't rub it in too much mate ;-) You'll get your two doughnuts sometime :P Joking aside, this a very nice set of shots mate, especially the ones of the 37s :-) Nice and sunny and a very good location for London, made even better if you something as decent as them 37s passing by! Keep the photos coming mate! Craig [#8931173] 2010-07-19 23:49:25 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply LOL! No worries! As you mentioned if another gets done it's game on again! It was fun as it was a close call in the end! Glad you like the photos! Was the worry of the tube stock getting in the way but they stopped for about 20secs and timewise at 17 and 23mins past the hour 4M71 is nicely placed :P Yeh, not a photograph I've taken at Willesden before and glad I did, something different and a little bit better! More 37's yes indeed who knows, more photos at some point soon! :) MW
Maroon 6201 waits in the station having worked a charter to Carlisle Cumbrian Crusader 3 And Carlisle Station	[#8935267] 2010-08-04 19:23:11 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Nice! Much better than the rest of the stuff in this collection ;-) Haha :P Nice shots as usual mate, like this one (obviously) and the 37 shots especially. Pity about the same 37s though! Keep the photos coming mate :-) [#8935374] 2010-08-05 00:57:53 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply Only taken for a certain bod, she wanted a piccy, you know the one...lol! Glad you like them. Yes, the same 37's, the pairing were the same pair down my sodding branch a few months back...typically, I doubt I'll be using Spitfire charters again. [#8936381] 2010-08-09 12:24:22 Left by Craig (#0) Reply Indeed I do ;-) Perhaps you should start taking more photos of steam locos? :P [#8936856] 2010-08-10 23:43:03 Left by Michael Wright (#1043211) Reply No, photo not for you! LOL! Would you like the long answer or short answer to your question? The long answer is NOOOOOOOO the short answer is NO! lol :P MW

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