Aln Valley Railway

Longhoughton Goods Yard - BS, DMS, RJ, DT, KSW, TS, SY, IC , continuation of general tasks as required; leveling area for the “”trolley line”", moving sleepers to aproximate positions, moving rail, wire brushing the 165DE, inspecting rail crane, sorting track components, etc., Baz and Dave S arrived shortly after nine and checked over 37995. Roland arrived soon after followed by Dave T and KSW and TS. BS, DMS and IC moved some of the stock round to release some FB rail to use on the “trolley line”. For safety reasons please DO NOT touch either the HPA or the 48DS without prior authorisation. Roland continues to attack crane but unfortunately had his sarnies eaten by the yard dog. He has stripped down the crane body roller ring for refurbishment. Kay, Dave T and SY gave the prepared areas of the 165DE and the 48DS a coat of undercoat. BS, KSW and Ian had a go at removing the brake block hangers in a bid to fee up the brake rigging on the 165DE. There were no passing trains today as the Newcastle to Edinburgh section of the ECML was again under possession.