Suburban Coach

Although it's still not possible to fully reopen to the public at this time we have started planning to allow some volunteer working using social distancing rules.

To catch up on the current status of the coach restoration in Oswestry shed Guy paid a visit and took the following pictures.

The brake end has gained a couple of observation windows. Seen here from the outside these windows will allow the train staff a clear view along the track.

From the inside the windows also allow some extra light into the guard's compartment.

The brake end has been painted internally but still requires some detailing.

The team had repainted the internal roof panels and side planking.

Some work is still required on the internal door panels before painting.

The external restoration is pretty much complete with just a few areas requiring finishing.

Internally the compartments are being refitted, here is compartment 5 awaiting attention.

Compartment 4 is almost complete.

The last view shows the scene from when work was stopped. The jackets have been there since the last working session months ago keeping guard on our prized Suburban coach.

Thanks to Guy N for the pictures, taken with only the natural light in the shed.

We hope to be able to resume operations this year to be able to show you what has been achieved. Until then we still have to pay our bills and keep financially solvent. If you can make a small donation to help cover our costs it would be very welcome. Large donations are also accepted but in the present situation it is clear that funds may be limited. You can donate through the CHR website.

Thank you all for your support.

Until next time