Virtual Railfan Tour UK - Vale of Rheidol Railway - Part 2 - Devils Bridge
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| Devils Bridge is at its best during rhododendron times | 
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| At Aberystwyth a train has just arrived in the one platform | 
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| The engine is cut off | 
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| And it runs around - note the Great Wesrtern brass safety valve cover and copper capped stack/chimney | 
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| Oiling round. The air compressor is a relatively new feature as the brakes are now air operated.  There is some talk about hiding the compressor in an extension of the water tank. | 
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| A diesel is available to carry out any shunting required 
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This is a footplate ride (cab ride) on the line
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| Travelling up the line | 
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| Passing a train bound for Aberystwyth | 
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| As we approach Devils Bridge the engine has some hard work | 
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| At Devils Bridge the engine is cut off and runs round its train.  There is often the opportunity for the public to ride the footplate in the yard - "Driver for a Fiver" | 
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| We can explore the motion for corks | 
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| The cab is very clean | 
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| Typical Great Western  steam valve handles - varnished hardwood.  These work easily - no need to hit them with a coal pick as on the LMS locomotives | 
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| We can enjoy the scenery on the way back/ It is frequently possible to see kites (the birds that is) circling above the trees | 
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| Back at Aberystwyth Britomart is giving rides around the yard | 




 
 
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