For those of you who have fond memories of the "Atlantic Coast Express" storming through to the South West of England, you can rekindle those memories on a 3 day tour organised by Steam Dreams.
Three of the most famous Southern Railway steam locomotives have been brought together to haul the 14 coach load to the West Country once again. These are, Unrebuilt Battle of Britain Pacific No.34067 "Tangmere", Rebuilt West Country No.34046 "Braunton" and SR "King Arthur" No.30777 "Sir Lamiel".
This recreation of the Southern Railway's most famous train will start at London Waterloo, where 30777 will be waiting to head the train as far as Westbury. 34046 & 34067 will then take over for a Double Headed ascent of the Devon Banks from Westbury to Newquay.
Day 2, and a chance to sample some Cornish steam on the Bodmin & Wenford Railway.
The third and final day, and the train will begin the journey back to London Waterloo. 34046 & 34067 will Double Head the train back over the Devon Banks from Par to Exeter, 34046 then runs solo from Exeter to Okehampton and then 34067 then takes over for the last leg back into London.
It's quite an ambitious schedule, but I am sure it will bring back memories.
We look forward to it.
Regards,
Chris Nelson,
2nd Cameraman
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