34053 "Sir Keith Park" enters service on the Spa Valley Railway 12/09/2020
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- čas přidán 11. 09. 2020
- For the first time in preservation, a Bulleid pacific hauled public services on the Spa Valley Railway, as the new resident of the line; 34053 "Sir Keith Park", made its debut.
Owned by Southern Locomotives Ltd, 34053 received attention to its axle-boxes at Tyseley early in the year, and was ready to be returned to its then-base at the Swanage Railway. But before any movement could take place, the Covid-19 Lockdown came into effect, with the Swanage Railway advising SLL to not bring the locomotive back - leaving the locomotive stranded. With 34053 in need of under-cover shelter for the winter months ahead, Southern Locomotives made enquiries, and received an invitation from the Spa Valley to make a home for 34053 - further developing into a full running agreement. "Sir Keith Park" is now permanently based on the Spa Valley Railway, at least until its next overhaul, with the boiler ticket due to run out in late 2021.
With a large amount of SLL's supporters being based in the South-East, the move rewards their dedication to SLL's cause, by bring one of the locomotives closer to home for them to enjoy. To further the reward, another locomotive owned by SLL is due to join the Spa Valley fleet, in the shape of Austerity Saddle Tank - 75050 "Norman", upon the completion of its current overhaul.
34053's entry into service on the Spa Valley saw the locomotive work top-and-tail with resident Class 33 - 33063 "R. J. Mitchell Designer of the Spitfire" - an obvious link to the 'Battle of Britain' Class. The pair making 5 return trips over the line between Tunbridge Wells West to Eridge. The pair would go on to haul a 'Fish & Chip' dinning special the same evening.
This video is dedicated to the memory of Ronald Bennett F.B.H, Southern Locomotive Ltd volunteer, who passed away earlier this year. He was responsible for painting "Sir Keith Park" among other locomotives in the SLL fleet. It's always a pleasure to see his handiwork glinting in the sunlight.
Locomotives:
Ex-SR Rebuilt 'Battle of Britain' Class - 34053 "Sir Keith Park"
BR Class 33 - 33063 "R. J. Mitchell Designer of the Spitfire"
All footage filmed on Saturday the 12th of September 2020. - Auta a dopravní prostředky
Beautiful Video, Great Thrash from that 33 and some incredible whistles by Sir Keith Park.
Thanks very much. The 33 is very well looked after. SKP suits its new home perfectly.
A fitting tribute to an expert railway "artist" and also to the BoB connection with the two named locos. Southern which ever way you pull it!!!!! Nicely done Sir👍❤
Thanks very much! Ron was a true gentleman, who took immense pride in his work - anyone serving beneath him was subject to his very watchful eyes and guidance.
Poetry in Motion. Love the V Headcode given the BOB Month we are in.
Fabulous video thanks last time I saw this loco was in Williton yard in bits thanks
Thank you! SLL have produced a miracle with this locomotive through their dedication.
Great video as always. And it was a lovely touch dedicating it to Ron!
Thanks very much. Ron is sorely missed in this parish.
Fantastic Video - I really like the sight & sounds of the Bulleid Pacific Steam Locomotive!!
Thanks very much! They are wonderful.
Nice video! I do like the rebuilt West country class and have a great exhaust to them and whistle!
Thanks very much. Much prefer the originals over the rebuilts, but can't fault a Bulleid
Nice shots of the Bulleid at its new home thanks Brian
Thanks very much
First Class well done Spa Valley to get the loco and well done SLL for its condition
The Spa certainly put on a show! SLL do turn out their locomotives in superb condition.
Congrats on 4k
Thanks bud
Super nice done video :)
Thanks very much
Holy mother! How is an engine of that size able to run on a railway normally operated by small tank and tender engines?!
Well, they had to relay the entire entrance into the loco shed at Tunbridge Wells West for a start...
@@TheSouthernerYTChannel Holy muckraker! What a job!
@@trainlover16 It was extensive. But a good show of dedication to bring the loco to the line.
Great video mate :)
Why was it running with a diesel?
Also where are you planning on heading too next in regards to railways?
Thanks very much! There's no run-around facilities at Eridge, so it's necessary to run top-and-tail.
Currently have no answer to that one - plans tend to be last minute.
@@TheSouthernerYTChannel ah okay, are there room for a future run round loop?
Also, I've been working on the Nene valley railway for the past couple months and our big polish tank engine is back in service - it looks a right sight with a rake of mark ones. Might be worth checking out.
Eridge is shared with the national network, so I'd have to say it looks unlikely, but would like to see it happen.
There are plans in the pipeline to make a visit to the Nene Valley Railway. Unfortunately, it is money and time depending, since the railway is over three hours away from home, so a round trip of 6 hours to make it work. When money is available, a trip is on the cards.
@@TheSouthernerYTChannel oh yeah definitely, the amount of times I've thought "oh yeah let's go to this place" and then realised it takes a day to get there anyway😂. No wonder so many family holidays I have end up being near railways 😂😂😂
1:03 Buzzard?
No idea. I included the footage in the hope someone might know for certain.
@@TheSouthernerYTChannel Sorry - Buteo buteo was the best I could come up with...
No need to apologise, I'm just as curious as anyone.
Yes, it definitely was
I made a video too on the train, it should be the most recent video on my channel...