Star of the show today was
70013 "Oliver Cromwell" running light
from Carnforth to Southall. This engine holds a particular interest
for me because it was the last steam locomotive I saw running
under BR control. It was leaving Manchester Exchange on a special
at the end of steam. The station had been closed to non-ticket
holders because there were so many people on the platforms. Having
spent many years train spotting on the Victoria/Exchange stations
I knew a different way in and got to see the "Brit"
charging out of the station.13/04/2012 |