A busy day on the MPLR
Today was a very busy day on the reserve and the railway. A rare sighting of the Northern Guffinhawk drew birders from far and wide, and ofcourse many of them used the railway to access the hides and country walks. Below ‘Arthur’ can be seen embarking the first of the days passengers while the PW lads set of with ‘Adolph’ and the maintenance wagon for a spot of track ‘fettling’.
‘Queen’ was rapidly prepared and bought into service to support ‘Arthur’ as things got busy.
Chafford Gorge causes constant problems as weathered rock falls onto the track and the whole area is prone to sudden slips and slumps. Some major engineering work will need to be carried out here over the winter months.
‘Queen’ hauling the last service of the day into the station area. Well done to all the staff and supporters.
