Friday 26 August 2016

Last Minute DOWT Prep

North headshunt cleared for wagons, starting off with 401s tank set in place for the weekend 
Thomas outside the shed with the fire lit
Receiving some polish
D2078 arrives back at Middle Engine Lane with a works train
Safety valve's lifting on Thomas

The carriages stabled in the platform 
Thomas begins the big shunt
Michael, waiting with D2078, for Thomas to clear the road ahead


The crane and Gresley teak coach being shunted to the North headshunt 




Michael D, Michael W, Richard and Steve begin clearing the apron using the pressure washer to attack the dirt and oil stuck to the ground
John driving Thomas

Thomas visits Percy Main

The warming fires are lit in A.No.5 and Ashington No.5 with Thomas joining the line up
Michael and Richard on the dumper, which comes in very handy for yard clearance!  
Michael continuing to jet wash the apron 
Set for the night, ready for the big weekend!

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