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Bluebell Railway NSE Diesel Gala 4-6 September 2026
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One of them was being worked on when I left so hopefully they’ll both be operational for the weekend.
Looks a bit out of place mind you!The clock is ticking down to Friday…
Sun Chariot
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That's exactly how I remember 'em during the latter years; 1990s especially!
UP13
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One of the few images you can hear...
Genuinely got excited when I saw that. My wife thinks I'm very weird...
Updated to include Thursday’s moves with RTT links (bold text).
76048 has been spotted on the move by road on the M1 today so should either have arrived today or will arrive tomorrow.
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Another photo on Facebook from later in the day of the clock fully working.
1753 4CIG (Chris Green OBE) NSERSL | We have made a few changes to Horsted Keynes today........ | Facebook
We have made a few changes to Horsted Keynes today........
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SECR 65
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5Z84 on the move from Wembley - thought to be the MLVs and the EPB. Anyone know what the loco hauling it is?
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Thank you for that this look like the train to Haywards heath is a better option than the bus from Crawley to East Grinstead
heart-of-wessex
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What is best option for Sunday, coming in car from M25 from the West, East Grinstead is closer but how much of car park is taken out at East Grinstead for Rail Replacement? Never been there on Rail Replacement days so I don't know if it's half taken or if no parking would be available?
There's no official Bluebell Railway parking at East Grinstead. There's a couple of accessible spaces but that's it. You'll either have to find a pay and display or run the gauntlet in the Sainsbury's car park
SECR 65
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The paths for departure will not be in the data yet. I do not believe any traction (other than 33108) will stay at the Bluebell for long after the gala.
A reply on a Facebook comment from the railway said that they'll be stored at "the south end of Horsted Keynes Station". I presume they may be kept in -1 road siding, which is the next line beyond platform 1 of the station. It's possible you might also see them in the Ardingly spur, or in the Carriage and Wagon yard.
The best parking facilities are at Horsted Keynes, where there is a dedicated car park.
I think they’ll be kept in the Down Yard.
ExRes
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Anyone hoping for a day of drought conditions is going to be disappointed, tipping down at the moment
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The 50 has also unable to operate its first return trip! Looks like it may be fixed now though.
SECR 65
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No Bluebell drivers sign class 47s.
Bluebell drivers do sign class 33s, but that doesn't mean that 33207 could or will run.
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31210 (in place of 50026) also had a paddy running round at Sheffield Park for the 12:20 service.
Eventually departed about 15 late and was declared a failure at Horsted Keynes. The 60 and other 31 then took over. Hopefully the timetable can recover
Eventually departed about 15 late and was declared a failure at Horsted Keynes. The 60 and other 31 then took over. Hopefully the timetable can recover
My first visit to the Bluebell and it certainly won't be the last. Great day out with an interesting mix of traction to ride behind and/or photograph. Very friendly staff on the line and the stations are fascinating, museum at Sheffield Park absolutely first rate.
Well done to all concerned.
Well done to all concerned.
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That's not true - covered by 33108.
31210 working 1820 from EG as booked.
Today was rather busy; I believe some services were rammed on the EPB. Not completely packed at Sheffield Park, though.
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Falcon1200
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Indeed, many passengers standing; Just like the Old Days!
Peter Sarf
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I think a 2EPB with an MLV (Motor Luggage Van) on each end ?.
So just two coaches with seats in ?.
Gotta keep it authentic (as in full and standing).
The evening trains last night were worked by 33108 vice 50026. 50026 was having power issues yesterday, which have hopefully been fixed for today.
There’s talk of 50026 working the evening trains tonight since it didn’t work last night - will update if I find out any more. If anyone else finds out any info, please do reply to this message
UPDATE: 50026 has failed again.
There’s talk of 50026 working the evening trains tonight since it didn’t work last night - will update if I find out any more. If anyone else finds out any info, please do reply to this message
UPDATE: 50026 has failed again.
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