Bluebell Railway - 'Giants of Steam' Gala 09/10/2021

After a year away, the Bluebell Railway's annual 'Giants of Steam' Gala is back with a bang, showcasing a variety of southern region locomotives at work in the Sussex countryside. The event featured an intense timetable, which saw all four of the operating locomotives complete three return trips over the course of the day

35028 "Clan Line", visiting courtesy of the Merchant Navy Locomotive Preservation Society, proved to be the star of the show, making only its second appearance at a heritage railway gala in its preservation career. The Merchant appeared reunited with its red nameplates after a period adorned with a black pair. Joining 35028, 30925 "Cheltenham" would complete the visiting duo. Representing the home fleet, Maunsell veteran S15 - 847 would be shouldered by 5MT - 73082; the latter returning fresh from an overhaul for the gala. In addition, H Class - 263 would spend the day based around Horsted Keynes, providing shunting demonstrations.

Locomotives:
BR(S) Rebuilt 'Merchant Navy' Class - 35028 "Clan Line"
SR S15 Class - 847
SE&CR H Class - 263
Ex-SR V 'Schools' Class - 30925 "Cheltenham"
BR Standard Class 5MT - 73082 "Camelot"

Having failed before the event, visiting USATC S160 Class - 6046 would also be on display at Sheffield Park throughout the weekend.

All footage filmed on Saturday the 9th of October 2021.

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