Earlier this week we had a chat with the team over at Porthmadog. All is well with Gertrude and her performance, it was commented upon that we have produced a loco straight out of a rebuild with no snagging list and their team are, “well impressed”. The visitors love her – especially the kids. Read More »
Nik on July 21st, 2010 | File Under Visits | No Comments -
Arrived...
Gertrude arrived at the Welsh Highland Heritage Railway in Porthmadog, just prior to the bank holiday weekend. Over Easter the loco was tested ready for entering service. Gertrude will make her debut on WHHR services at the gala event “From Wales To The World” from 1st – 3rd May.
More photos can be found in the photo gallery – if you manage to get a good shots, or a video clip, make sure you post them here!
Nik on April 6th, 2010 | File Under Visits | No Comments -
Gertrude getting ready for the next trip
This weekend saw Gertrude venture further northwards to the spring open day at Statfold Barn Railway. Read More »
Nik on March 29th, 2010 | File Under Visits | No Comments -Barclay 0-6-0T locomotive Gertrude will be joining the Welsh Highland Heritage Railway fleet for the 2010 operating season. The agreement to bring it to Wales for 2010 will see it steaming for a minimum of 30 days, allowing it to share duties with the WHHR resident Bagnall, Gelert. Read More »
Nik on February 20th, 2010 | File Under Visits | 2 Comments -
Gertrude at Launceston
Gertrude hauled trains throughout the October half-term week at Launceston Steam Railway, and many visitors took the opportunity to see her back in steam, 50 years to the month since she was last used at Bilston Steelworks. Read More »
Nik on November 6th, 2009 | File Under Visits | No Comments -
