Just a brief one to keep a record this afternoon folks. This afternoon saw me completing my second turn of 2024 on the Sunday afternoon public running at CMES' Ryton Pools Miniature Railway. The class 31 and 37 wannabes were the choice of traction for today's two train service, with their class 47 cousin relegated to spare engine. Below, driver Jim works the crew special of empty stock to the station in readiness for the afternoon's service, in sunny conditions...
We performed the three hour running slot very well, keeping the queue down with the support of the trusty electrics. I did a bit of everything: a bit of driving, a bit of station and a lot of guarding. I don't mind sitting on the back of the train these days: you can be on top of your job whilst watching the world go by. Below, the 37 lookalike takes a break during a very brief lull of waiting passengers...
At the usual 16:00 closing time, we shut the gate and put everything away before quickly rushing everything back to the stabling area. The engines and stock were put away and we were all soon heading down to the bottom to get washed up ready for home. Thanks all for a pleasant afternoon. I think we carried around 300 people if memory serves, which is another good income for the club...
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