BLS "Rossington Recycler", 13th April 2019
Au unusual day out organised by the Branch Line Society in conjunction with the Preserved Locomotive Enthusiast Group (PLEG) on the former Rossington Colliery Branch. This is now a recycling site owned by Eco-Power Environmental with the rail facility operated by Eco-Railfreight for the transhipment of waste products. Four trips were operated during the day utilising the on-site shunter 08527 together with the BLS converted ferry van "Molly" as passenger accommodation. Funds were raised for various charities, including the Railway Benefit Fund, Doncaster Hospice and Team Daniel. Thanks to all involved in setting-up the day's events. Please note all photos taken from ground positions were with permission and under supervision, or taken by authorised staff on my behalf.
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BLS "Rossington Recycler", PoV 08527, 180 105, 13th April 2019
As the BLS "Rossington Recycler" makes its way back towards the loading point, this is the view from the cab of 08527 as Grand Central's 180 105 passes by southbound. This is 1A61, the 08:28 from Sunderland to King's Cross, running four minutes late at 10:38 on Saturday 13th April 2019. The track in the foreground is the connecting spur from Loversall Carr Junction to the Rossington sidings. Digital Image No. IGMP47004.
