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Timbo	1 May 2008, 09:12 AM
Timbo Posts: 1,371 Group: Moderators Member #53 Joined: October 24, 2006	Ace articles! I well remember the circuit at the SDR (or the remains of it) probably in the very late 80s or early 90s. It was at the time that the SDR themselves were having financial prblems and the full size line was looking pretty worn. The miniature line looked out of use, with the coaches stacked up alongside the standard gauge running shed. I remember it running through a paved rose garden area with overgrown track. Don't forget the 10.25" ex-Paignton Zoo loco that also resided there alongside the shed for several years, partially sheeted over. Apparently now at Knebworth. At a similar time, we also visited the Kingsbridge Quay line - which was then operated by a red Cromar -White loco. Alas, no photos. We also happened upon an extensive 5" gauge railway in the grounds of a house we rented next door to, in Bantham. I was probably only about 9. We explored the line to find it crossed a large pond with a lattice bridge. On the last day of our holiday we found the owners, who showed us a little class 08 shunter which he was restoring. At least I think it was 5" gauge; I have no idea! If anyone knows more, I'd love to see a photo or what happened to the line.
	Tim Dunn MRW Moderator www.bekonscot.com www.meteorite.co.uk

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