Track gauge Plus, the B17 is a handsome looking locomotive. Owned by Wirral Borough Council on long-term loan to Llangollen Railway since 1989. 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This steam locomotive operated over the Somerset and Dorset route during the Summer 1961 timetable. Since then, it has been a constant presence at the Railway, pulling some of our very earliest passenger services in 1981. Llangollen, Denbighshire, A number of schemes were proposed, including one by the LNWR, but it was not until 1 August 1859 that a scheme engineered by Henry Robertson received Royal Assent. Steam Locomotives; Click here to Learn more about experiences Experiences. LL20 8SN. Finally, it transitioned into preservation in 1973 when it was bought by Burtonwood Brewery for the Flint and Deeside Railway Society, before finding its home at Llangollen in 1975. All the stations along the track are of a typical Victorian design and each station has been recreated in 1950s Great Western colour scheme. Llangollen Railway The locomotives listed below are normally based on the Llangollen Railway but do visit other heritage railways. Restored 2004 with the aid of a Heritage Lottery Fund grant. The railway cafe was good value, and all the railway staff we met were very friendly too. LL20 8SN. The Dee is classed as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its entire length. ON THE ROSTER: LBSCR 'Terrier' No. The wonderful Llangollen Railway, which runs beside the River Dee falls into this category. Foxfield Railway volunteers push on with locomotive overhaul and restoration projects. A 2+12 miles (4km) extension of the railway has been built to complete the line to Corwen. The line, located within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), remains close to the waters of the river for most of its length, on the north bank at Llangollen Station, the river is crossed on to the south bank via the Dee Bridge, approximately one mile upstream from Llangollen. Class 109 and Class 108 DMU-Railcars at Llangollen. In 1959, 7754 was one of many old tankers to be sold to the National Coal Board; helping to provide affordable, reliable energy to households across the country. Converted to 'The Carriage Tearoom'. The Llangollen Railway ( Welsh: Rheilffordd Llangollen) is a volunteer-run heritage railway in Denbighshire, North Wales, which operates between Llangollen and Corwen. Frames of new build LMS Fowler Patriot 5551 The Unknown Warrior in the Workshops at the Llangollen Railway. Regular passenger services to Corwen East started on 27 October 2014. Work finished in July 1981 with the remaining quarter mile of track used to lay sidings at the old Llangollen Goods Junction to house the railway's growing fleet of rolling stock. 5310, 31271 and 1566 are all expected to be in use throughout the season (subject to usual caveats). Stored after undergoing asbestos removal. Technical After thanking our guide I had a chance to speak to the Head of Engineering for the Llangollen Railway. 1,150hp Birmingham Railway Carriage and Wagon (BRCW) Sulzer Type 2 5310 (Class 26, 26010), built in 1958 at Smethwick. A The Llangollen Railway's website is now back up and running with online booking available - please visit https://llangollen-railway.co.uk/. Designated for closure under the Beeching cuts, the railway closed to passenger services on Monday 18 January 1965. It, together with the new centrally positioned and larger station in Llangollen, opened for service on 1 May 1865. Working off PTK [December 2003]. Each station has local walks that all have stunning scenery. On long term hire to LRT. The loco was immediately despatched to Darnall shed, Sheffield. Built 1958. Az n railway engine stock kpei itt tallhatak. The LR office can also be contacted on 01978 860979 or via its Facebook page, which is being updated every week. The local council renewed the lease of the land to the railway for a further 21 years. The waters have speeded up at this point and are often used for kayaking and white water work. The Llangollen Railway (Welsh: Rheilffordd Llangollen) is a volunteer-run heritage railway in Denbighshire, North Wales, which operates between Llangollen and Corwen. As part of the trip, we had organized a visit to the workshop. Find out all about the life and times of our fleet of three ex-BR mainline diesel locomotives here. Llangollen, Denbighshire, There it worked hard in support of passenger operations throughout the Second World War, eventually being given its first major overhaul in 1949 before being moved to its last posting for British Railways at Wellington. View Ticket Prices The Llangollen Railway operates regular steam services throughout the year. You can imagine my delight when a group of us working volunteers for Midsomer Norton decided to travel to a number of heritage railways in Northern England and the Llangollen was on to the agenda. 56233 operational, 51618 undergoing bodywork repairs, though it can still occasionally be seen in service. The Great Western Railway steam locomotive no. FW = Facing Corwen, FE = Facing Llangollen. Outside in the sunshine we found a GWR Pannier 6430. In December 2020 the line reported that the extension to Corwen was still progressing, despite the pandemic making funding an issue. The railway has been closed since the Llangollen Railway PLC asked its bank to appoint receivers. 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+12 in). Ex-Berwyn Belle Disco. You can visit the website of the Llangollen Diesel Group at www.llangollen-diesels.org.uk or contact them by email at publicity@llangollen-diesels.org.uk At that time there was only one operational steam locomotive based on the line, former GWR 2-8-0 No.3802. Formerly used as Clarabel at Thomas events. The final stage at Corwen is to complete the new station, Corwen Central, with permanent facilities and a run round loop. [12] In May 2020, Prime Minister Boris Johnson stated that the line would have a "glorious future" after raising 75,000 in share purchases and donations. In scrap auction . Being able to see through the rear cab windows was, and still is, one of the benefits of travelling on these heritage DMUs. Function coach, with DJ booth and disco floor. The section presently marks the full operational length of the preserved line. The Locomotive was later re-converted back to Saddle Tank form at the Barry Tourist Railway before being re-located to Pontypool and Blaenavon Railway in April 2019. In total, Austin would contribute more than three thousand aircraft, and many thousands of vital components to the fight against Fascism. Back in the 1980s. Owned by LR Trust. When it is complete the sight and sound of a Fowler Patriot will be welcomed by many me included. It returned to steam for Llangollen in 2005, pulling for us for many years until its most recent overhaul between 2015 and 2018. Currently undergoing restoration. LL20 8SN. Like 6880 Betton Grange no original Patriot engines were preserved in either original or rebuilt condition, but unlike the grange, B17 & 4700 which are being built as new members of their classes "The Patriot Project's" engine will be a replica of an original engine. Founded Tltsn le kpeket ingyen vagy keressen a millinyi HD minsg fotk, illusztrcik s vektorok kztt. 5,711 were here. Overhaul began in June 2021. Further maintenance works have been completed in 2021 and the engine will now haul our heavier services in 2023. 7822 Foxcote Manor is a 4-6-0 Manor Class locomotive, built in 1950 at Swindon Works. Llangollen Great Western Locomotive Group. The locomotive was based at Crewe Diesel Depot for nearly 17 years and was a regular performer on the North Wales Coast route between Chester and Holyhead. This page was last edited on 15 February 2023, at 16:37. British Railway 200hp 0-6-0 D2162 (Class 03, 03162), built in 1960 at Swindon Locomotive Works. 72 Fenchurch . Fate The steam train was in service that day with old fashioned carriages and we had booked a carriage in first class so we had upholstered seating with arm rests and table, it was like the Harry Potter train which the twins loved. The local council renewed the lease of the land to the railway for a further 21 years. It was then saved in 1984 and gradually restored to working order at the Plym Valley, Bodmin & Wenford and finally Llangollen Railways. The arrival of mid-year saw the Dee Valley in full bloom. Returned to steam after overhaul in March 2020. It operates daily services in the summer as well as weekends throughout the winter months, using a variety of mainly ex-GWR steam locomotives as well as several diesel engines and diesel multiple units. Although the loco looks complete in the photograph with the boiler in the frames, has been borrowed from 5952 Cogen Hall which has yet to be restored from scrap yard condition. The new engine will be a National Memorial Engine, continuing the proud tradition associated with the original 45500 Patriot .The name the Unknown Warrior was chosen following a competition in Steam Railway magazine. On March 1st, 2021, The Llangollen Railway PLC announced that it was going into receivership, with debts of about 350,000 and "no prospect" of meeting their liabilities. Following an expired boiler ticket, has been undergoing overhaul. Its a very interesting line. The boiler is from ex-Barry scrapyard resident 7927 Willington Hall. [5], Designated for closure under the Beeching cuts, the railway closed to passenger services on Monday 18 January 1965. We had taken a small picnic Which we ate on the train and Bought ice cream at the small stopping station halfway through for our return journey. Additional secure storage sidings have been built near Kimberley, relating to a main-line contract. This follows the locomotive covering 17,000 miles on the NYMR during the year. Austin 1 worked the Longbridge yards long after the war had ended, eventually passing alongside four of its fellows into the ownership of British Leyland in 1968. Our grateful thanks are extended to Martin Corbett, LDG stalwart, former webmaster, loco expert and general all-round good egg for producing much of the archives available here. Awaiting repairs to final drive built in 1960. In 2011, work (including reconstruction work) finally started on the 2+12 miles (4.0km) section of track past the site of the closed Bonwm Halt to Corwen. As well as providing the Summer Solstice, last month saw, once again, below average rainfall and the maximum amount of sunshine. History. The collection is predominantly made up of ex-Great Western or Midland locomotives, with a small number of industrial engines. Luggage compartment converted for wheelchair users, and end-windows installed to improve views. The official opening, on 1 March 2015, was marked by a special train. Click here to email info@llangollen-railway.co.uk, Click here to view location The Station, Abbey Road Home Base: Current Status: Owner: . Whilst we endeavour to run the services scheduled this can be subject to change due to mechanical issues or breakdown. The locomotive will remain at the Llangollen Railway. Locale Further a number of privately owned vehicles were transferred to other lines leaving behind a much reduced fleet of passenger carrying vehicles. The first stage of the project was completed in late 2014, with special trains running on 22 October 2014 to the new station at Corwen East for those who had contributed to the project. The wonderful Llangollen Railway, which runs beside the River Dee falls into this category. Their original vision grew into what you can see today. The overhaul of the boiler from 7927 is nearing completion at Tysley Locomotive Works. Numbered '00159'. We booked this trip on the internet as a treat for our twin grandchildren, not to mention a huge nostalgia trip for myself and husband. It, together with the new centrally positioned and larger station in Llangollen, opened for service on 1 May 1865. D1566 emerged from its birthplace of Crewe Locomotive Works in March 1964. September brings the beginning of Meteorological Autumn, with shorter hours of daylight, cooler weather and a gradual move to darker colours in the countryside. Ex Bodmin / Riviera Trains vehicle. Wales, UK Operation of the railway was handed over to the Llangollen Railway Trust, and the line reopened July 2021. Because the former Corwen railway station site has been in private use as an Ifor Williams Trailers showroom since 1990, and the track bed in between is sub-divided, a temporary station was built on the eastern side of the town. Loco Fleet. As of 20 June 2015 the locomotive was operational. First restored in 2009, boiler ticket expired June 2019. Like many of Colletts designs, these engines were efficient, reliable and popular with crews, serving the Western region throughout the war and lasting long into the British Railways period, after the infrastructure was nationalised. We had a friends and family driving day with 7822 Foxcote Manor, back in 2004. It was a beautiful sunny day. My interest in the Somerset and Dorset Railway was probably kindled by John because he recommended that I read Peter Smiths book [easyazon_link identifier=B001QYF1DK locale=UK tag=railway02-21]Mendips Engineman[/easyazon_link] where he recalls what a super locomotive the 9Fs were. However, trains will return on Friday 9th July 2021 for the first time since the sad news, with the Trust now operating the line. We definately are planning a repeat journey. Make yourself a brew and enjoy perusing the wealth of . At first the society was interested in the Dyserth to Prestatyn line, but that line was deemed unsuitable because a small amount of freight traffic was still using it. In 1973 the locomotive was renamed John Brunner. The combination of this and a number of accumlated faults saw the loco put up for sale in April 2000. Built in 1957. The Llangollens Class 104 has the wooden paneling. LNER D49 Morayshire awaits its boiler in the Workshop at Llangollen. 1,470hp Class 31 No 31271 (Type 2), built in 1961 by Brush Traction at Loughborough. The standard gauge line, which is 10 miles (16km) long, runs on part of the former Ruabon Barmouth GWR route that closed in 1965. The line opened to freight on 1 December 1861 and to passengers on 2 June 1862 at a temporary terminus on the town's eastern outskirts. The first trains operated over the newly extended 1.75 mile (2.8km) line to Berwyn in March 1986. Entered preservation on 19th March 1988, moving by road to Llangollen where it remained until 1997. SIGN UP TO KEEP UP TO DATE WITH OUR LATEST NEWS AND EVENTS - CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS. With the Mid-Norfolk being connected to the main Breckland secondary main . In 1978 it was moved to the Llangollen Railway, a restored part of the Ruabon Barmouth Line, where . However we loved the diesel train, that smell, reminded us of our childhood train trips growing up in the 70's! On the railway, visitors have returned to support the services, provided on weekdays by the DMU team, whilst over the weekends a mixture of, DMU, diesel and steam haulage has been provided. We are always on the look out for new volunteers to join Llangollen Railway. Emerged from its 10-year overhaul in January 2018. Whilst we endeavour to run the services scheduled this can be subject to change due to mechanical issues or breakdown. The jewel of the carriages now falls to the fleet of five restored ex-BR Suburbans, owned by the Llangollen Railway Trust and managed by the subsidiary "Llangollen Surburban Group". The loco received numerous modifications whilst under ICI ownership, including double-glazing, dual brakes and non-standard light clusters. A resplendent D6940 shunting stock at Llangollen on Wednesday 28th . Privately owned. Join us on Facebookjust click on the "Like!". Maintenance facilities. It is in use quite regularly and it is one of the main working locomotives of the railway. INDUSTRIAL DIESEL LOCOMOTIVES "Pilkington" Photo to follow Yorkshire Engine Co 0-4-0 2782 "Pilkington", built in Sheffield 1960. Recently undergone boiler repairs, Boiler ticket expires 2019. Preserved at Shoghi railway station on Kalka-Simla narrow gauge section [October 2019] 158: ZDM-3: MIB: Preserved: Vacuum brakes only. [6], The Flint and Deeside Railway Preservation Society was founded in 1972 with the aim of re-opening a closed railway. . Near to both 5551 and 6880, were the frames of new build LNER B17 61673 Spirit of Sandringham. Utilisez-les dans vos conceptions et vos publications sur les rseaux sociaux. LL20 8SN. Built 1984. Royalty-Free , . [13], The line was awarded 161,000 from the National Lottery Heritage Fund in August 2020 to help deal with financial pressures caused by the closure of the line,[14] but then had to launch an emergency appeal for funds in November 2020, when urgent repairs were found to be required on the Dee Bridge. Very picturesque! Llangollen Railway takes you on a stunning journey through the beautiful Dee Valley between Llangollen and. Early progress was slow due to a lack of funding, though in 1977 Shell Oil donated a mile of unused track. The list includes those still to be restored as well as those which are operational. Stored awaiting mechanical and cosmetic overhaul. Regular passenger services to Corwen East started on 27 October 2014. As rebuilding work progressed train services were extended (via the 689 yard long Berwyn Tunnel) to Deeside Halt (in 1990), Glyndyfrdwy (in 1993) and finally into Carrog on 2 May 1996. In scrap auction [December 2017]. In the meantime, Dr Cymru (Welsh Water) has introduced hosepipe bans, almost unheard of before now, throughout most of the country, except for North Wales, and the LRTs bit of the Dee Valley, where not using hosepipes is advisory. Hasznlja ket a projektjeiben s kzssgi mdia bejegyzseiben. On long-term loan at the Midland Railway. Nevertheless, it continued to work for the NCB until 1975, when it was donated to the National Museum of Wales, who then elected to permanently loan it to Llangollen Railway. We were not disappointed! The standard gauge line, which is 10 miles (16 km) long, runs on part of the former Ruabon Barmouth GWR route that closed in 1965. Current Operators It is a slightly shorter journey due to Covid but the countryside and beautiful views of the River Dee were stunning! From Infogalactic: the planetary knowledge core, Undergoing overhaul, restoration, construction or repairs, http://www.locofile.co.uk/search.php?loco=6430&type=*%20steam%20GWR, http://www.southdevonrailway.co.uk/news/6430-for-summer-2012, http://www.locofile.co.uk/search.php?loco=08/10%20Davy%20John%20Brunner&type=*%20industrial%20diesel, https://infogalactic.com/w/index.php?title=List_of_Llangollen_Railway_rolling_stock&oldid=720523807, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, About Infogalactic: the planetary knowledge core, The 6400 series of pannier tanks were equipped to operate. This involved a 30,000 refurbishment by the local council of the Dee Bridge, which had fallen into disrepair since the commercial closure of the line. A 2+12 miles (4 km) extension of the railway has been built to complete the line to Corwen. The whole trip was so enjoyable we would be tempted to repeat it. Llangollen Railway Plc contacted its bank on Monday, asking it to appoint a receiver and revealed it had debts of more than 350,000. On loan to the. The list includes those still to be restored as well as those which are operational. Steam locomotives [ edit] The collection is predominantly made up of ex-Great Western or Midland locomotives, with a small number of industrial engines. The section presently marks the full operational length of the preserved line. Its final shed allocation was at Edge Hill before being withdrawn in June 1962 and cut up in October of the same year. The loco roster is, as always, is subject to loco and crew availability and may change, including at short notice. . The extension to Corwen was undertaken by the associated but separate Llangollen and Corwen Railway company, and involved constructing a long tunnel under the Berwyn Mountains. In March 2020 the railway announced that a financial crisis had been averted due to 125k in donations from supporters, enabling it to avoid a Company Voluntary Arrangement after making pre-tax losses of 330,601 in 2018, 329,175 in 2019 and 258,804 in 2020. Built in Glasgow for the Great Western Railway in 1930, this iconic Pannier Tank Engine first saw traffic from Reading before moving in 1936 to Paddington Station in London. Saved from an earlier low period by the advent of mass-market personal automobiles, by 1932 Austin was supplying up to 37% of the UKs motor manufacturing output and employing over 20,000 people. Llangollen Railway was started in 1975 by a group of enthusiasts who saw the potential for a scenic heritage line through the Dee Valley. BR Black: 200px: No. Currently on hire at. The boiler is being constructed by Heritage Boiler Steam Services in Derbyshire. Utilised as walk-through grotto for Santa Specials until late 2000s. Owned by Llangollen Diesel Group and resident in Wales since 2009. Following an expired boiler ticket, has been undergoing overhaul. 2,580hp Brush Type 4 1566 (Class 47/4 47449), built in 1964 at Crewe Locomotive Works. At that time I lived in Derbyshire and used to drive to Buxton station to catch the train to Manchester where I visited Longsight Depot. The chassis is finished and awaiting completion of the boiler imminently. As a supporter of the reinstatement of the entire borders railway between Edinburgh and Carlisle I would really enjoy travelling over the route behind Morayshire as its final shed was 64G Hawick shortly before its withdrawal in 1961. Bunlar tasarmlarnzda ve sosyal medyada kullann. The Llangollen Railway has welcomed Austerity steam locomotive No. This loco has been on sale for a while. Boiler ticket expires 2026. Sold from its owners "Llangollen Diesel Group" to Boden Rail Engineering Ltd in December 2018. Main purpose is a source of spares for the suburban fleet. As of August 2021 many services are operated by 1950s built diesel multiple units, offering a splendid view of the local scenery. Steam Locomotive Restoration of Merchant Navy 35011, 'I Would Have Done The Job For Nothing' - Book Review, Luxury Travel On The Dartmouth Steam Railway, Recovery Fund Boost for Churnet Valley Railway. The Llangollen Railway (Welsh: Rheilffordd Llangollen) is a volunteer-run heritage railway in Denbighshire, North Wales, which operates between Llangollen and Corwen. Temperatures have remained above the seasonal average, with periods of sunshine interlaced with rain,producing some spectacular rainbows spanning the Dee Valley. Early progress was slow due to a lack of funding, though in 1977 Shell Oil donated a mile of unused track. Tickets can also be purchased from Station Booking Offices and Travelling Ticket Inspectors on the day of travel. About Llangollen Railway is a Heritage Railway Line running between Llangollen, following the River Dee through the Dee Valley for 10 miles, to the town of Corwen. [15] In December 2020 the line reported that the extension to Corwen was still progressing, despite the pandemic making funding an issue. Running in 1970s era BR blue livery with operational 4-digit headcode blinds. July 2009. The railway is home to a number of steam locomotives, both operational or otherwise, as well as a handful of railcars and diesel locomotives. Why not make a stop at one of our stations and go for a stroll then hop back on to end your day in style Visit one of our tea rooms for a refreshing drink and maybe a piece of cake or take a look in our gift shop at Llangollen Station and purchase a souvenir to remember your day. Owned by LR Trust. Built in 1960. Travel up to this time had been by horse-drawn carriage, but by the 1840s the Shrewsbury to Chester line had been completed, which allowed passengers to alight at Llangollen Road (later known as Whitehurst Halt), and then take a coach towards Holyhead. Alongside was a partial new build steam locomotive 6880 Breton Grange. Another contrasting month for weather in the Dee Valley and across the rest of Wales, with a record breaking temperature recorded at Hawarden, Flintshire of 37.1C (99F). Under restoration after having asbestos removed. 5MT 44658-45499 4-6-0 LMS Stanier Black Five, 6P5F & 7P 45500-45551 4-6-0 Fowler Patriot & Ivatt Rebuilt Patriot, B17 61600-61672 4-6-0 LNER Gresley Sandringham, 4MT 80000-80154 2-6-4T BR Standard Class 4 Tank. The 6400 series of pannier tanks were equipped to operate, Under construction. [4], However, the commercial development of the local mining industry meant that the development of a railway became essential to the region's economic development. 3802 This venerable Great Western Locomotive was built at the famous Swindon works in 1938. This engine has been a mainstay of the Llangollen Railway for most of our history, pulling its first trains for us in the Winter of 1994. In 2011, work (including reconstruction work) finally started on the 2+12 miles (4.0 km) section of track past the site of the closed Bonwm Halt to Corwen. Owned by Llangollen Diesel Group. In the platform was 3 car Class 104 DMU set. The railway is home to a number of steam locomotives, both operational or otherwise, as well as a handful of railcars and diesel locomotives. Restored as a disabled access 'Sunshine' coach. This will clearly save time when the boiler returns. Most likely sold to the Llangollen Railway in 1976 when the Cadbury rail system shut down. It is incredible to think this is a new build locomotive. All photographs remain copyright of the owner and should not be reproduced without the consent of the owner. Llangollen, Denbighshire, 10 miles of track have been re-laid westwards along the track-bed of the old Ruabon to Barmouth main line, through to Corwen. F015 GWR Steam Locomotive 1466 Berwyn . Once a boiler has been steam tested the 10 year certificate clock starts ticking. Now in the ownership of Llangollen Railway Trust, and sporting a splendid new GWR livery, we look forward to seeing this engine thundering about the valley for many years to come. English Electric 350hp 0-6-0 shunter D3265/13625 (Class 08, 08195), built in 1956 at Derby Locomotive Works. The standard gauge line, which is 10 miles (16 km) long, runs on part of the former Ruabon - Barmouth GWR route that closed in 1965. Awaiting repairs to final drive built in 1960. Air system repairs completed in 2021. The Llangollen Railway Trust was donated significant amounts of track, allowing the next extension of the line to Berwyn. There are four, soon to be five, stations along the line all with their own special charm and hidden gems. Current Status The previous record which also occurred at Hawarden in 1990 stood at 35.3C. Vos images railway engine sont ici. The Flint and Deeside Railway Preservation Society was founded in 1972 with the aim of re-opening a closed railway. This is a list of rolling stock at Llangollen Railway, a preserved railway in Llangollen, North Wales. This work was completed in July 2010, just in time for our 1960's weekend and returned the loco to original 1960's condition, numbered in a D-less pre-TOPS identity as 6940. During the Second World War, the factory pivoted to producing tank parts, machine-guns and mortars, as well as armour-piercing and anti-tank ammunition, boxes, cans and helmets for the war effort. [5], The extension to Corwen was undertaken by the associated but separate Llangollen and Corwen Railway company, and involved constructing a long tunnel under the Berwyn Mountains. FW = Facing Corwen, FE = Facing Llangollen. Boiler ticket expires 2027. Resident at Llangollen since 1996 Extensive repairs to engine and cooling system recently completed. The heat was uncomfortable to work in so in order to protect staff and volunteers, p-way, engineering and veg clearance were either suspended for a day or worked on reduce hours. The local council granted a lease of the Llangollen railway station building and 3 miles (5 km) of track to the society, with the hope that the railway would improve the local economy and bring more tourists to Llangollen. Type locomotive class, number or any details into search box. The shed also contained LNER D49 Morayshire nearing the end of a heavy overhaul only awaiting the fitment of the boiler. Ex-Berwyn Belle generator. The weather in the Dee Valley has continued its long dry spell with occasional splashes of rain, keeping some parts refreshed, but leaving the majority of the countryside looking rather dry and brown. Waiting at the temporary platform Dwyrain Corwen East.
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