‘4F’ pilots a struggling Bulleid in true S&D style

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THE Keighley & Worth Valley Railway has finally staged a meaningful enthusiasts’ gala following the cessation of a year-long road block – but the October event was not without its own drama.

Foxcote Manor and Sir Keith Park work away from Damems Loop on October 9. MIKE TAYLOR
Foxcote Manor and Sir Keith Park work away from Damems Loop on October 9. MIKE TAYLOR

Guest Bulleid Pacific No. 34053 Sir Keith Park struggled in damp conditions on October 7 as it battled against loss of adhesion on the curving 1-in-56 climb out of Keighley station.

Blocked sanders were blamed for the excruciating 66-minute run over the 4½ mile line to Oxenhope, punctuated by controlled slips that surrendered any significant control over the six-coach train that the Severn Valley Railway-based Pacific had.

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