Brian Newton sent in this photo of A4 Pacific No. 60009 “Union of South Africa” slowing for the stop at Irwell Vale with a Heywood – Rawtenstall service during the East Lancs Railway autumn steam gala back in 2017.
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Brian Newton sent in this photo of A4 Pacific No. 60009 “Union of South Africa” slowing for the stop at Irwell Vale with a Heywood – Rawtenstall service during the East Lancs Railway autumn steam gala back in 2017.
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Dear Reader,
Unfortunately, due to circumstances out of our control with the printing/finishing of Heritage Railway issue 284, the latest issue is running two days behind schedule. We promise it will be worth the wait!
Many thanks,
The Heritage Railway Team