'Sunny intervals' promised the weather forecast, well the (singular) interval lasted precisely ten seconds and (needless to relate), it didn't co-incide with the passage of the Severn Valley's Iva... (more)

Continuing the Welsh theme, here is immaculately turned out Great Western Railway 4-6-0 'Kinlet Hall' a 1929 product of Swindon. Glyndyfrdwy Station is one of two passing places on the Llangollen ... (more)

The Great Western Railway loved naming its principal locomotive classes. Very few castles, halls, courts, abbeys, granges and manors escaped attention. Eventually they ran out of names in their '... (more)

The weather on Saturday was as sombre as my mood. Earlier that morning, I'd had the heartbreaking task of bringing an end to the life of my wonderful dog. 'Jess' had been my faithful companion on ... (more)

Just look at those clouds! I was so fascinated by the build-up of the formation that I nearly forgot to press the shutter as the 'K1' and 'A2' double-header arrived. I know a photographer shouldn'... (more)

In a scene that has been played out millions of times over the last two centuries, the 'bag' is pulled clear after filling the 'Pug's' saddletank. More than one unwanted shower has befallen crew (... (more)

This year's annual West Highland Charter was characterised by 'challenging' weather conditions, drizzle or driving rain for the most part! In one of the few brighter interludes, Black 5 No.44871 p... (more)

A cool and very blustery day heralded the glorious return of 'Duchess of Sutherland' to the northbound Settle and Carlisle route. Sure, it could have been sunnier, but the muted colours lend a cer... (more)

The superb proportions of the 'Manor' class 4-6-0's are shown to good effect as 'Foxcote Manor' threads the tranquil beauty of the Dee valley. This lovely bridge is about 1 mile out of Llangollen.... (more)

At 1510 feet in length and built in 1846, Arthington Viaduct, built 1846, crosses the River Wharfe from North Yorkshire into West Yorkshire. It was engineered by Thomas Granger and built by James ... (more)

The Worth Valley's superb gala over the last three days, served up an almost unremitting weather diet of murk and gloom. In what appears to have been the only two minutes of sunshine in the valley... (more)

With the recent closure of Ferrybridge Power Station, this iconic view with the brooding backdrop of cooling towers may soon be consigned to history, so enjoy it while it lasts! 'Leander' was head... (more)

Ex-LMS '8F' No.48151 is heading from west to east with a special running to the East Coast resort of Scarborough from Carnforth. She is approaching Long Preston and Settle Junction is about a mile... (more)

The 'Moorlander' is the prestige and justly famous dining train of the North Yorkshire Moors Railway, leaving Grosmont at 1250 hours daily. My late and widely-traveled father who had just returned... (more)

Even at 1900 hours the temperature was still hovering around 28 degrees. Lady Fortune must have looked kindly upon me this evening as she blessed me not only with the 'rods down' but (much against... (more)