Preserved Freight train

[Alan]

On the Nene Valley railway close to where I live, they sometimes run demonstration freight trains of preserved stock.

In the first picture, the fireman has jumped off the moving locomotive to run ahead and push a button on a post which activates the grade crossing siren and flashing lights. He will then get back onto the locomotive! This saves the train having to stop http://www.trainboard.com/smile.gif

http://www.holidaypics.0catch.com/J94.jpg

The grade crossing is the road into the Nene Park area. This is a favourite place for relaxing. There are lakes, river boat trips, picnic areas, pony rides, wildlife sanctuary, lots of footpaths, etc.

http://www.holidaypics.0catch.com/2J94.jpg

Our version of the caboose! A Goods Brake Van.

http://www.holidaypics.0catch.com/3J94.jpg

[ 28 December 2001: Message edited by: Alan ]

[Alan]

Another freight train on the railway a few years ago was this DB (German) BR64 2-6-2 tank locomotive.

http://www.holidaypics.0catch.com/db.jpg

[ 28 December 2001: Message edited by: Alan ]

[John Whitby]

I always enjoy seeing your Nene Valley photos, Alan. Although it is very close by U.S. standards I never seem to get over to your side of the country to visit the railway. Keep them coming.
Take care
John