Aberystwyth and the Vale Of Rheidol Railway Update 15/03/2014
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- čas přidán 15. 03. 2014
- We visited Aberystwyth today, and were totally amazed at the restoration work carried out along the Sea Front that was severely damaged during the Storms in January this year. Everyone involved must be congratulated in undertaking this work and completing it to a very high standard in such a short time scale.
We then followed Vale of Rheidol Railway No 9 Prince of Wales at various points on the climb up to Devils Bridge, where we see the new platform, and the work being carried out around the Station Area.
I am happy to see the area making a great come back after the winter storms. The shots of the railway and the mountain area it travels to are breathtaking. Good to see you are having some beautiful spring weather; thanks for sharing it with all of us.
Dave
Thanks very much Dave, they extremes of weather are dramatic to say the least....it's a real pleasure to have some Spring like weather, although how long it will last....nobody knows......Best wishes from wales...Bob
Cracking video as ever Bob , the attention to detail is superb . The storm damage has been repaired very well and is a credit to all involved . Regards Steve
Thanks Steve, I crave some steam to capture, got the West Somerset Gala at the end of the month, and two Black 5's down the Heart of Wales in April...so hopefully the weather will be kind...Best wishes...Bob
They sure got a battering in the storms , so nice to see it all returning to normal , the Rheidol Railway looks to be a nice way to spend a day with , the young man was doing a good job cleaning the connecting rods and the loco was sparkling there in the sun
I couldn't believe my eyes Dave, when I arrived at the sea front and saw the work that had been done. A ride on the Railway is highly recommended, but always sit on the left hand side to fully enjoy the amazing views...Bob
Excellent filming. I remember travelling there overnight (via Euston,Crewe and Shrewsbury) back in '73 and sitting on the seafront at 730 eating my liver sausage sandwiches before travelling to Devil's Bridge on the 10 o'clock. Sea front looks great now,so a return visit is high on my agenda. Many thanks for your very much appreciated prompt.
Wonderful memories John, and thank you for your kind comments...They did a wonderful job of re-building the sea front after the terrible storms this time last year..Regards...Bob
Excellent video Bob - Great detail shots of Prince of Wales - Lovely Loco.
Cheers, Bob.
Thanks Bob, I didn't know that the VOR was running, so it was a real bonus in that glorious Spring sunshine......Bob
Been on your travels again Bob !! Aberystwyth looks much better now than in the storms...they've cleared up the Sea front very well. Marvellous to see The Vale of Rheidol Railway....loved the close-up footage of No 9 'Prince of Wales'...What a beautiful Loco...in excellent condition too. loved this upload.....watching it raises your spirits, superb filming. cheers....Steve.
It's only and hour and a quarter away from home Steve, I wasn't expecting to see any steam running, so that was a bonus....those locos up there are kept in superb condition, and always a joy to see.....Aberystwyth is looking ready for the coming season..amazing work by all concerned...Best wishes...bob
Enjoyed this Bob, excellent shots and close up detail of the Rheidol Railway / locomotive. Haven't been up here for many years and must make the effort, Aberystwyth is one of my favourite towns.
Thanks Justin, I was truly amazed to see how much work has been done to return this beautiful town to its former glory...Bob
When you think of the mayhem we saw only a few weeks ago Aberystwyth has done such a wonderful job cleaning up the mess. Oh, and by the way the VofR looks beautiful. When I was a kid on my first Swindon open day one of the locos was in for overhaul. My mates and I were so chuffed to see it because we knew we'd never have the chance until we had our own cars! Lovely film. Regards, Pete.
I know Peter, it really was difficult to take in, all the wonderful work that has been done in such a short timescale. The VOR has always been a special place, and these Swindon built locos are certainly kept in tip top condition......Regards...Bob
Thanks, so much. I spent my childhood in Aberystwyth Apr 1974 to Feb 1979. This video brought back sweet memories of Aber and Devil's Bridge. Greetings from Bangladesh :)
Asrar Chowdhury That's wonderful Astar, and shows what a wonderful modern technology is, that allows us to share uploads with viewers all over the World....Best wishes from Wales...Bob
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Hello Bob,
It is pleasing to see that the coast has to find the calm and peaceful atmosphere. Congratulations to those who repair the damage from the storm. Beautiful locomotive "Prince of Wales" and, in addition, very well filmed as you know how. Pob hwyl.
Philippe
Merci Philippe, c'était merveilleux de voir la ville revenir à la normale, et les trains sont très spécial ..... Diolch yn fawr ... Bob
Great video Bob, we love Aberystwyth. My Dutch wife has visited this lovely town many more times than i have and i come from Wales! The station, the pier, nothing has changed she says. Wasted no time in the restoration after the battering it took in the storms, holiday season just around the corner and back in mint condition. Regards John
Thanks John, it's quite amazing what they've done since the storms, and hard to believe what has happened when you look at it now.....Best wishes....Bob
Well produced, good shots of town & train, I last seen this train in 1980.
Thanks very much, there have been a few changes since 1980, but it has retained it's unique character....a wonderful Railway...Bob
Good to see the excellent repair work. Storm must have been horrendous at its height. As for the railway, absolutely charming. I remember that I parked my car at the top, had a look at the falls, then took the train train to Aberystwyth for the day. It was along time ago. I was flashing my brand new 8 mm camera everywhere! Happy days!
It's a remarkable achievement in such a short time Rob, it looks as it's always done. The Railway, has always been special, with its GWR built locos, that are always kept in pristine condition....Best wishes...Bob
Do you know, I've been there loads of times but that's the first time I have seen Devil's Bridge! Grreat stuff, Bob. . . . . . Alan
It's only a short walk from the station Alan, not enough time to go down the steps and show the three bridges...will try and do it next time....Bob
Enjoyable video Bob, great to see such a fine job has been made on repairing the storm damage in such a short time. The loco suits the red livery I think.
Thanks Austin, these locos were the only steam locos to carry the BR coming and going logo. My favorite livery, was the BR lined passenger green.....At the moment you have No 9 in Red and No 8 in GWR Green....No 7 is still in bits awaiting restoration....Bob
Superb scenes Bob and very well videoed. I do remember visiting this railway in my trainspotting days in about 1970. Three locos Nos. 7,8 and 9 were in a shed, not sure where, in the middle of the night (we were travelling by car and must have been trespassing) in British Rail blue livery with the British Rail logo. I will try to visit this railway again, legally, sometime in the future. Regards, Jeff.
Thanks Jeff, in those days it was easy in a place like this to go on shed, these days it's privately owned, so may be not so easy...Regards....Bob
Wonderful to see...I was always passing thru here very quickly as a sales rep so never really had the chance to see this area properly...
It's a stunning line, and well worth a visit sometime David, thanks for watching.
Beautiful Bob as usual!
Thanks again Matthew, I'm pleased you've enjoyed it...Bob
great video Bob lots of nice close in shots of that nice wee engine.
Thanks Wayne, they are very powerful engines despite their small appearance...having worked these steeply graded lines all their lives....Bob
Gorgeous light!
That's Wales for you....Thanks for watching...Bob
Beautiful video.... In fact a fantastic job, I wish I could go visit and ride that steam train....thankyou
Thanks very much, it's a Railway that runs through some stunning scenery, and well worth a visit...Best wishes...Bob
I'm glad they rebuilt the shelter on the prom since your video.
It's amazing how a fairly sheltered bay can be hit so hard by winds off the Irish Sea Stephen, fair play the Promenade looks lovely once again after quite a short period of time.
they did a good job cleaning up there bob, the loco looks like new,,nice video,
Thanks David, Aberystwyth is back in business, and the Railway is as charming as always....Bob
Enjoyed that Bob. Just shows you what can be achieved when the authorities get their act together Not been on the railway for many a year
Mike
Thanks Mike, they have indeed done a wonderful thing bring life back to the Town, The Railway has changed little over the years, and still enjoys some stunning views on the climb up to Devils Bridge...Bob
They've certainly pulled out all the stops on that seafront. Looks in great order for the coming season. Must be 50 years since my only visit to the VoR and it looks much tidier than I remember (with the locos in BR blue and two-way arrows on the tanks) but then the memory isn't that brilliant. Chris
The railway was very run down in the sixties when you last visited Chris, it was still under BR ownership, and was neglected like most of the railway system at that time....Thanks for your comments...Bob
great video
Thanks Lawrence...much appreciated...Bob
That's cheating Bob you never walked down all the steps to the waterfall LoL,this is one of my favourite railways.What difference from the tv news,the promenade looks in good shape now they really have been working hard.Regards Chris.
Tommi wanted Grandad to take him down there Chris, but it was getting too late in the day, with a long journey home....I will do it sometime this year, so watch this space...bob
You must Bob,well worth the long walk.
Superb video Bob. They have done a fantastic job on the seafront . Well done to all concern. That's a great trip up to Devils Bridge. Didn't you go down the steps to see the waterfalls close up? (C&A)
Thanks both, we didn't go down the steps, as it was getting late in the afternoon...will try and do it later in the Summer...Bob
Very nice job they seem to have made at Aberystwyth. Valve gear looks very complicated on those engines doesn't it.
After the battering that sea front had during the Storms, it was an amazing sight to see such a transformation in such a short time. Those locos have had a hard working life, and the staff keep then in superb condition....Bult to last by the Great Western Railway at Swindon.....Bob
Bob, You are an awesome videographer and your expertise as A photographer really shows. Thanks to people like yourself I get to visit places, and see things, I otherwise won't ever get to see in my lifetime. Thanks for the close ups of the working of the Locomotive. This one went into my favorites. Walter
That is very nice of you Walter my friend, and I am deeply touched by such praise....Of all the people who upload in America, you are the only one I subscribe to...so what does that tell you?....Excellence all round.....Bob