A pre Gala day at Mangapp’s with several gronks out plus 31233 at Mangapps. This railway is simply superb. the museum housing probably the most extensive display of relics in the country. The 0.75 mile demonstration track includes a 1 in 83 gradient so there is ample oppurtunity for thrash!
Add in friendly, knowledgeable staff and you have the perfect preservation venue!
03158 about to thrash out of Old Heath the line’s other shack with a morning service
Drewry 11103 once 2203 shunting the 302 unit, this 04 was famous when resident at Hemlite nr Cupid Green working the Harpenden branch from here on occasions in the 70’s
Just a few of the huge collection of relics in the Mangapp’s museum
03018 undergoing a heavy overhaul at Mangapps TMD, many of us will remember this 03 being at Willesden Jn scrap metal works for many years before rail deliveries from their ceased
During a fascinating guided depot visit, 31233 was started up with much clag!
03089 looking very smart outside the TMD
03099 shunts the Gresley rake
Nice bit of clag as 31233 attacks the bank on leaving Old Heath.
Link to our equally enjoyable 2024 Mangapp’s visit
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