At Locomotion Shildon's Autumn Gala Today

Steve Davies on the NRM Locomotion PA at Shildon's gala this AM: the two Gresley A4s leave Halifax on the 25th September, that's this Tuesday, for the UK. He was being very affable, scheduled to drive SLS Orion and cleaning the gents for the benefit of myself and others. The gala was very busy, six engines in steam, traders I spoke to happy. Outside stars included the two Y7s together (again) and in steam. Beamish's restored Lewin. North Staffs 0-6-02T. Everything looked good.

A4 locos arrived in the UK from Canada on 3rd October see http://www.heritagerailway.co.uk/gallery/a4s-have-arrived .