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Month: April 2020

Iron Ore to Consett

Posted on April 21, 2020April 25, 2020 by John Donnelly

Before today’s update I’d just like to thank, once again, all those people who have allowed me to use their photos on the site over the years, it really wouldn’t be the same without them. This week in particular has seen almost 100 new photos come my way which will be uploaded to the site…

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9F at Leadgate

Posted on April 15, 2020April 15, 2020 by John Donnelly

Added a new photo to the Leadgate and East Castle page of a 9F with a loaded iron ore train passing Brooms Church sometime in the 1960s.

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Iron Ore at South Pelaw

Posted on April 11, 2020 by John Donnelly

From John Stark, an excellent photo of 9F 92061 waiting at South Pelaw for its banker.  Added to the 1960-1969 page.

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Layout Progress – April 2020

Posted on April 3, 2020 by John Donnelly

With the country in lockdown and work rather slow, I’ve been able to make a start on the track work for the layout, more photos here.

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Consett Low Yard

Posted on April 1, 2020 by John Donnelly

From Craig Oliphant, a shot of 37058 with a scrap train at Consett Low Yard during the demolition of the steel works.

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