a foggy day in Hitchin

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hq1hitchin
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a foggy day in Hitchin

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Dunno where this one came from but I think it's very atmospheric, diesels in a steam setting - and the Up Yard is still gas lit! An odd formation that the EE4 is hauling, too - the leading vehicle looks like a LNER BZ to me?
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Post by R. pike »

Yes i have to say that is a fantastic shot taken from from the up yard. Most shots taken at Hitchin were taken from the 'public' side. I have part of the lever frame from Hitchin Yard box and a pair of those marvellous barrow crossing indicators from the north end of the platforms. I haven't got them working yet though. I think i have the glass fronted weatherproof cabinet from Welwyn to house them also. Once one of the five indicators moved you knew something was coming.
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Post by giner »

Yes, superb shot, very evocative. When I saw those down mains at off, I found myself peering into the mist with all the old anticipation of seeing a big 'un thundering down the bank from Wymondley.

Oh how I wish I'd taken more pics. back then. Thanks, hq1hitchin.
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