The General Steam Navigation Locomotive Society has announced that they will be leaving the Swindon and Cricklade Railway.
This is due to the railway telling the society that a Merchant Navy locomotive does not align with the future vision and business plan.
Positive discussions have taken place with potential contractors, Leaky Finders Ltd, and it is hoped that the locomotive will be relocated in the latter half of 2025.
Following on from the National Heritage Lottery Fund bid being rejected, no decision has been made on a revised application, but more information will be released when discussions have been completed.
Responses
Hope it finds a home, And regains its once proud status, I’m sure this was one i would tend as a fireman on (72A) Exmth jct shed in late fifties early sixties? It would run and share the important express runs with the likes of Clan Line etc, And be joined by Blue Star, Holland America, Brocklebank, Ellerman and many more. However your picture shows a slight problem!