Rush and Lusk

You are very welcome Patrick - thanks also to everyone else who responded - a great occasion. Another short bonus video 131 rolling up beside 074 in Dundalk, plus resting in Connolly after her exertions ! IMG_4158.mov

I had the pleasure of being aboard the superb trip by the RPSI from Dublin to Dundalk yesterday, behind locomotive 071 diesel No. 074, to meet the wonderfully restored Q Class loco 131 in Dundalk, then coupled to the RPSI Cravens and return to Dublin under magnificent steam. A superb day out, impeccably organised by the RPSI (met lots of nice people plus lovely pints in the bar car). The weather wasn't great, particularly during coupling and departure time in Dundalk, but didn't dampen anyone's spirits. A few very short video clips showing (a) 131 arriving in Dundalk, (b) coupling to the Cravens & (c) pulling away under steam. George IMG_4150.mov IMG_4151.mov IMG_4155.mov

I got two different board sets from Dave - great product and service. George

Amongst the folks out there with direct experience of railway operations - any thoughts on what might be the likely cause of this sad accident ?

Thats great news - Richard is one of my favourite YouTube participants - always interesting content, carefully and simply explained, presented in his trademark warm, easy style - really enjoying his latest New Junction series. A mutual win for Accurascale & Richard. George

Agree with virtually all on the "current" dark green livery - truly awful. It intrigues me as to how this livery was pitched, evaluated and decided upon within Irish Rail ? - brightly/invitingly coloured vehicles, create a warmer and more positive response from travellers, consciously and unconsciously - these miserable things are just so negative. Urgently need a repaint/wrap

Outstanding !

I am in awe at all this recent work by you and the volunteer colleagues - this is truly magnificent - everyone must be heartily congratulated. Excellent pictures also. I'm constantly drawn to that beautifully restored signal box, just so much to admire. George

Looks Superb - a great addition to your extensive fleet, doesn't appear out of place at all, particularly on that amazingly long straight track run !

This is a fascinating post Mayner - great to get a glimpse in to another local railway system and associated political, user and stock repurposing experiences - all at the other end of the world. Thanks, George

Oh, Thank You Adrian & Gabhal Luimnigh - much appreciated

Absolutely beautiful - atmospheric Donegal and its amazing "rail vehicles" - well done Andy & thank you Leslie.

Absolutely fabulous Adrian - whilst my modelling is not of this standard, I found the recent posts informative, entertaining and inspirational. Well done, George

I'm really disappointed that I didn't spot this - sounds like an excellent evening Jonathan (Gibney's or Duffy's ). Might this be repeated at a later date ?. Regards, George

Very interesting and encouraging - plus great value added knowledge from all you knowledgeable contributors - (every day is a learning day)

Most enjoyable story board incident Noel - it looks like you have a LR Discovery Garda vehicle from the Brian Collins 3 piece Garda Siochana set (I also love the simplicity of the Cortina and Escort liveries from that set). George

Thanks so much Noel for the always helpful information. Regards, George

Excellent as always Noel - Love the orange P&T van, my family have strong connections with the Post Office - were they ever a RTR model or customised from other models ?

Another fantastic (frosty) Friday posting !

Thanks Broithe - this is fascinating, a very interesting and unexpected aspect of railways in Ireland ! George

Hi Folks, I watched an excellent video of the Warley Show on YouTube, which I'd recommend - really well produced & shot, about 20 minutes long (a nice tea/coffee plus biscuit break !). If searching it's: "Warley National Model Railway Exhibition 2022" by "timsytanker" George

A fabulous thread Larne Cabin - I was so taken with your project concept, modelling and creative storytelling that I went back to the beginning, read every post, thoroughly enjoyed and learned so much - congratulations and happy modelling. George

Thanks so much Noel.

Jonathan, just to say thanks for your most informative piece above, written with your usual in depth knowledge, readability and wit. Order already placed with Hattons. George

Hi Derek, Flying Snail is correct, however the delivery timeline is very uncertain, it could be a year away ? You might try WRENNEIRE on here - "I know a man" - he was very helpful to me in acquiring two 181"s (as new, never run !). Like you, I'm relatively new to the hobby and missed the 141, 181, 201 models. George