james.attwell
'Memories of a Branchline Station'
On a historic winter's eve, the charming station building of Douglas came alive once again!
As the sound of chugging steam filled the air, after several decades of absence, the local townsfolk flocked to the station, curious to witness this spectacle. For many, it marked their very first encounter with a steam locomotive, and the sight of the mighty, fire-breathing Class 25NC must have felt otherworldly!
In this captivating scene, the beautifully restored No. 3437 gracefully pulls its load out of the siding and into the heart of the station.
This mesmerizing moment was captured during an extraordinary Farrail tour, meticulously organized by the exceptional team at New Cape Central Railway. A heartfelt acknowledgment is also owed to Steamnet 2000, whose invaluable assistance made this experience possible!
Douglas, Northern Cape
June 2023
'Memories of a Branchline Station'
On a historic winter's eve, the charming station building of Douglas came alive once again!
As the sound of chugging steam filled the air, after several decades of absence, the local townsfolk flocked to the station, curious to witness this spectacle. For many, it marked their very first encounter with a steam locomotive, and the sight of the mighty, fire-breathing Class 25NC must have felt otherworldly!
In this captivating scene, the beautifully restored No. 3437 gracefully pulls its load out of the siding and into the heart of the station.
This mesmerizing moment was captured during an extraordinary Farrail tour, meticulously organized by the exceptional team at New Cape Central Railway. A heartfelt acknowledgment is also owed to Steamnet 2000, whose invaluable assistance made this experience possible!
Douglas, Northern Cape
June 2023