A Gala Gathering!

After breakfast at the Driftwood we wandered up to Blue Anchor station as heard there was a Gala on this weekend.

Now I'm very sceptical about the WSR & train adoration..... but when the first of these engines (a diesel as it was not steam this time) drew up to the platform I was overawed by the 'throbbing' power of it-2,700 hp! It was called the Western Campaigner.

Also mega amused by all the enthusiasts rushing backwards & forwards with their cameras. When I asked one of the volunteers about something, he replied 'Don't know dear, not interested in diesel, just steam!' He did give me a souvenir brochure though. I obviously still have some charm!!