Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway - 'Autumn Steam & Diesel Gala' 23-24/10/2021

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2 жыл бұрын

Double-headers, triple-headers, parallel running, triple-headed parallel running, and a magnificent multi-header; this gala was sensational!
As the winter months approach, the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway rounded off their main operating season in style, hosting their 'Autumn Steam & Diesel Gala' over the weekend of October 23rd-24th. The event featured every single operational steam locomotive from the home-fleet, as well as a duo of diesels to bolster the line up.
Among the theatrics, the gala featured frequent non-stop trips. On the Saturday, one such trip featured the RH&DR's original trio of Pacifics; No1 "Green Goddess", No2 "Northern Chief" and No3 "Southern Maid", triple-heading a 28 mile non-stop service from Hythe to Hythe via Dungeness. On the Sunday, a similar run took place, but with the Mountain pair; No5 "Hercules" and No6 "Samson" at the helm. To conclude the timetable on Day 1, a triple-headed parallel run took place from Hythe to New Romney. However, to conclude the weekend, a spectacular multi-header was staged with all 7 currently serviceable 'Mainline' steam locomotives. Appearing in numerical order, the 7 locomotives lead a mega consist of 22 carriages down from New Romney to Dungeness and back.
Locomotives:
RH&DR 'North American' Pacific Class - No9 "Winston Churchill"
RH&DR Pacific Class - No1 "Green Goddess"
RH&DR Bug Class - No4 "The Bug"
RH&DR Mountain Class - No6 "Samson"
RH&DR Pacific Class - No2 "Northern Chief"
RH&DR Pacific Class - No3 "Southern Maid"
R&ER Diesel Class - "Shelagh of Eskdale"
RH&DR Diesel Class - No12 "J.B. Snell"
RH&DR Krupp Pacific Class - No11 "Black Prince"
RH&DR Mountain Class - No5 "Hercules"
All footage filmed on Saturday the 23rd, and Sunday the 24th, of October 2021.

Пікірлер: 131

@BrickishRail 2 жыл бұрын

They always seem to know how to put on a show, definately a railway on my "to-visit" list in the future!

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers James! Can heartily recommend it - you'll likely find one day isn't enough.

@carmium 2 жыл бұрын

fine finite definite definitely

@WorldwideGeneralKnowledgeQuiz Жыл бұрын

True toy train with amazing speed & look

@YoshiTrainSpotter35 2 жыл бұрын

I was at the Gala yesterday all day at New Romney. I loved seeing the multi-header, also they took Hurricane out of the sheds for everyone to look at. Best of all, I saw and met Will Finniss driving the Bug.

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed your day. The multi-header was a fantastic spectacle! Missed seeing No8 - heard about its appearence from someone else as well

@xYoshiLP. 2 жыл бұрын

do you know what happened to No.8? she's my fav loco and i missed seeing her this year ;-;

@xYoshiLP. 2 жыл бұрын

@@YoshiTrainSpotter35 ah ok so it's nothing bad ^^

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

@@xYoshiLP. Beaten to the explanation. No8's boiler ticket has expired, awaiting overhaul. No7, similar situation. Though is returning to the railway within the next year, for overhaul. No10 is now under overhaul.

@funone8716 2 ай бұрын

Amazing to see the speeds they carry and how off kilter the rails are!

@Willysmb44 Жыл бұрын

Imagine having this run behind you back yard!

@FuelFire 2 жыл бұрын

Its crazy how a steam locomotive, barely as tall as an adult, can be so damn fast. I love every minute of this video!

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! The wonders of engineering

@davidmcleod9892 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful sights. Evoke many nostalgic memories of dad as senior signalman in Bulawayo. After taking his lunch to him I’d watch the 20th class Garretts leaving at full steam for Salisbury and the Victoria falls. Speeds and sights are great but those long shots of the rails give me the willies. Absolutely beautiful models of those engines. Thank you.

@ronniescott5179 Жыл бұрын

Superb railway one of the best

@Tom-Lahaye 2 жыл бұрын

Such a lovely little railway, they run trough some stunning scenery and hold several records I think. The longest and fastest "model railway", you could see it as such because the locomotives are scaled down standard gauge examples loosely based in Gresley's A1, his never built 4-8-2 design, an American 4-6-2 and a Bavarian railways S3/6. They also may have the record of the longest train in preservation (on the vehicle count) and smallest railway overpasses allowing the crossing of full size road traffic. I rode on their trains and the speed is scale express speed, you can see this well on this video.

@Daniel-sf4mr 2 жыл бұрын

Aww they’re just so cute!

@loulecaudey4704 2 жыл бұрын

First time to see Green Goddess without her small Crosby chime whistle... ! Miss it...

@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329 2 жыл бұрын

Look at them steamers they’re together on one train

@amtrak713productions8 2 жыл бұрын

Surprising the speeds they run with the way the track looks in some spots but nevertheless very cool

@rosa1609 2 жыл бұрын

You could see my house in this video ☺️

@BrokenIET Жыл бұрын

its actually only 25mph, and most trains don’t go that fast

@nearlyretired7005 11 ай бұрын

The condition of the track looks apalling!

@oldtechnobodycaresabout 10 ай бұрын

@@BrokenIETthey used to go 30 mph

@markkneafsey-nl8tv 9 ай бұрын

If the tracks were better looking then the trains would travel a bit faster like 50 or 60 to 70mph

@CJGZW1993 2 жыл бұрын

This little railway is absolutely stunning! 🤩

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Even better in person

@2025SPACEDUDE Жыл бұрын

I love how they also have Diesels running on the line

@frglee 2 жыл бұрын

The line is 95 years old in July of 2022 and is still going strong, delighting children and adults alike. Especially nice to see the little mustard engine, 'The Bug' running at full speed.

@williamradford8817 2 жыл бұрын

Six locomotive finale, Green goddess. Northern Chief. Southern Maid. Hercules. Samson. Winston Churchill. Black Prince hooting and whistling

@dr.myater 2 жыл бұрын

its interesting to think some of these engine are nearly 100 years old, Lets just hope they can continue to go on for more years to come

@aflaz171 10 ай бұрын

The wonders of some very clever people to have produced these incredible scale steam locos!

@49mrbassman 2 жыл бұрын

Travelled on those trains many times when I was a youngster, took my daughter on one of the Santa Specials, and the Day of Syn at Dymchurch has always been a regular family outing. Thank you for bringing back many happy memories.

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

More than welcome, and I'm glad you enjoyed the video! Been meaning to visit for the "Day of Syn".

@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329 2 жыл бұрын

Nice waving from the passengers

@andrewwakldnz 2 жыл бұрын

The shot of the parallel run running with lights was spectacular! Thx for posting 👌🙏

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! That shot was very touch and go, with rapidly fading light - ultimately, more luck than judgement.

@paulsotheron710 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent to see the railway again. Fond memories from my younger days. Have to say though, as has been said elsewhere, the track looks scarily rough and bumpy.

@20PhantoM07 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic thanks for that, went there once when I was very small happy days.

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much!

@chriskrebill1842 2 жыл бұрын

Always love RH&DRy! Thank you for posting! Absolutely amazing!

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much, Chris! Always a fun one to visit.

@williamradford8817 2 жыл бұрын

Nice opening shot, No 9 Winston churchill and No 1 Green Goddess come out of the shed together

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you - got very lucky

@class8866 2 жыл бұрын

Well done event ! Greetings from Germany!

@williamradford8817 2 жыл бұрын

No 4 "The Bug" with four coaches, the Bug's Breakfast Bash

@kingorry7223 2 жыл бұрын

I was there on the Saturday! In fact, i think i saw myself😅 Absolutely excellent gala, especially that seven loco train at the end! Marvelous work as always!

@LibertyRailfan 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool video and awesome catches, the RH&DRy really looks like an awesome operation/railroad.

@wildstrawberryline 2 жыл бұрын

Lovely to see this, thanks for posting :) The track's looking a bit rough in places, but probably no more than it was back in the 70s and 80s when I had summer jobs on the Romney :) Great memories.

@carmium 2 жыл бұрын

"Track's a bit rough in places" the same way "Titanic had something of a leak."

@mpeterll 2 жыл бұрын

Gotta love that long train at the end. British Rail can't hook that many coaches together.

@TheSpotify95 2 жыл бұрын

Indeed, modern trains on most railways tend to be woefully adequate for the services they're running on.

@bobingram6912 2 жыл бұрын

Well, the RHDR sure know how to throw a party, a rock and roll one at that!!!! Twin line triple headers and a septuple (?) header, bonkers. Nicely put together Matthew, you love it down there don't you?!!👍🏻❤

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

It's always an inimitable experience. It was great to see them really turn up the theatrics for this year. Thanks very much, Bob! Is it that obvious?

@bobingram6912 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSouthernerYTChannel I can see the attraction now, I was never "into" Small Railway Engines until I visited. Good to see Black Prince again and doesn't The Bug make an excellent leaf blower in your opening shot?!!!!

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Completely agree. While I had a level of appreciation for narrow gauge railways, it was the Romney that really made me get the appeal. Certainly does! Was just hoping not to have a full repeat of the Eddystone shot.

@GayCheesetuber 2 жыл бұрын

I love this little railway, gotta visit some day

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Well worth the trip

@OnTheMoveTransport 2 жыл бұрын

Was there for Saturday and saw the cavalcade at the end for Sunday. Did get on the parallel run as well and the Bug. In the last shot I was there but nearer to the points. Pretty spectacular!

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

They pulled off an excellent event - all the staff seemed to enjoy themselves too.

@dirks.4172 2 жыл бұрын

A really great video. Thank you very much for your quite successful efforts. Most impressive to see the Bug at speed. The R.H.&D.R. is my favourite 15" gauge line in the south-east ;-) and I hope to be able to visit it as soon as travelling makes sense again. Best wishes Dirk

@vivekraychowdhury4348 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful, and the Finale was Grand. Thank you for uploading this special steaming event. 👍👌

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed the video!

@thebear3178 2 жыл бұрын

One word...superb!

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Can only echo the sentiment

@medwaymodelrailway7129 2 жыл бұрын

Nice catch. Thanks for sharing.

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers

@stephenrice4554 2 жыл бұрын

The trains are gorgeous but that track could use some fettling in places before you have an off .

@petes6814 2 жыл бұрын

Great shots and railway, but that track is starting to look a bit, how can I put this, exciting? (I know money’s tight - and will be giving them my custom next year- brilliant railway)

@TheClockwise770 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your filming this special weekend. Brilliant mix of steam , diesel and the lovely countryside there. Will hopefully make it to the next one.

@jonathanhasnip3700 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video of these perfect miniature icons of steam 👍👍

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much

@jonathanhasnip3700 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSouthernerYTChannel You're welcome

@NW-gi1cp 2 жыл бұрын

2x speed = wobbly bois

@EHSteamVideos 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic Video mate, was great to meet you and having a good chat during that weekend. Cheers, Edward

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Cheers! Was good to meet you too - will likely see you again before long.

@mrmrst9020 2 жыл бұрын

Wow brilliant footage 👍

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much!

@LinkingWorldin Ай бұрын

What May be the highest speed of this train. Really nice.

@TomNoles007 2 жыл бұрын

It was so fun I loved it thanks rhdr

@01dcharm 2 жыл бұрын

Sensational video. Looked like a lot of fun.

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much! Was quite relaxing behind the camera for a change.

@DVR01 2 жыл бұрын

First. I like seeing how steam engines participate a multi-header parade.

@CustomiZe_ 2 жыл бұрын

Oh no... i didn't realise the event was so soon, shame I couldn't make the drive down to Kent 😪 Maybe next year Brilliant video and you've got to love the bug its so cute with its tiny wheels spinning so fast. Hope to replicate it in g gauge one day, just as something to do.

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

The railway is well worth the trip, even for their regular operating days. Thank you! "The Bug" is a curious piece of kit, particularly the outside stephensons valve gear - never seen another loco with that arrangement.

@allsearpw3829 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, a nice video, but looking at some of the track , would make good back drop for A film in India .

@_brutalistsbible_5049 2 жыл бұрын

such eerie sounds at 35:52 onwards

@kennethoriel7463 Жыл бұрын

Have they ever tried to play a tune with all the different notes of the whistles?

@raymondleggs5508 Жыл бұрын

When your model train layout isn't enough.

@MustangsTrainsMowers 2 жыл бұрын

I’m wondering if it gets cold enough there for the ground to freeze? I wish I could have seen that on my trip through Europe in 1978 but we were with a tour group so x that.

@Weeklydoseofrailways 2 жыл бұрын

Wow... amazing Can I use one clip from this video in my train compilation video credit to you in video will be given

@M79r. 2 жыл бұрын

Jak to zapierdziela :D

@theoneandonlynumber1253 2 жыл бұрын

Lol the thumbnail made me think they were standard ones lol

@swedenspepe2207 2 жыл бұрын

What are these types of locomotives called considering that they aren’t full sized trains really?

@althejazzman 2 жыл бұрын

The politest sounding steam locos, but they're not afraid to drive 'em like they stole 'em! What speeds do they get up to?

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

It's a wonderful railway, and much worth visiting! Up to 25mph, though restricted in some sections.

@althejazzman 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSouthernerYTChannel Ok, looks faster.

@chrisclarke7828 2 жыл бұрын

Does anyone know who builds these in 2021, are there still companies that do this size, l have only seen 10 and a quarter online.

@wamgoc 2 жыл бұрын

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

@nickn1991 Жыл бұрын

얘들은 진짜 천재적이다. 이걸 한국도 도입해야 한다. 제주도 같이 철도가 없는 곳에 안성맞춤이다.

@alasdairblack393 Жыл бұрын

Track looks plenty rough in places

@edysulistyono5533 Жыл бұрын

Sayang sekali rel keretanya banyak bergelombang jadinya kereta api bergoyang. Apakah tidak ada perbaikan pada jalur relnya.

@voidjavelin23 6 ай бұрын

Natural seleksinya memang kayak gini

@mortenjohansen8148 Жыл бұрын

How long is that Tracks?

@TheSouthernerYTChannel Жыл бұрын

The line runs for 13 & 1/2 miles

@matiasd.c9949 5 ай бұрын

How much is one of those engines can I export it to my country?

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 5 ай бұрын

None of the RH&DR fleet are for sale

@MeNext Жыл бұрын

Very surprised about all the undulations in the track, Felt some of those on a recent visit, but had not appreciated that they were as bad as they were as shown on this film.

@josephinebennington7247 Жыл бұрын

That uneven track really does look more than scary--actually dangerous. Regardless of any assurances, it simply looks bad, it doesn’t do anything for the reputation of RHDR, detracting from the quality of everything else.

@nearlyretired7005 11 ай бұрын

I would tell anyone,don't travel on that railway,the track is dangerous. I wouldn't!

@voidjavelin23 5 ай бұрын

Why so paranoid anyway? Its always have been like that in the first place

@travelfox4820 2 жыл бұрын

Why are those trains so small were they built for any specific purpose

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

The short version, is two very rich racing drivers shared an enthusiasm to operate their own commercial 15" gauge railway. www.rhdr.org.uk/history-and-heritage/

@travelfox4820 2 жыл бұрын

TheSoutherner thanks and greetings from Hong Kong expat I grew up near to the bluebell railway west hoathly and miss the whistle thanks a gain oh had a girlfriend in a place called five marks I think so one go bye she could nt believe I was interested

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Welcome! Four Marks? Near the Watercress Line

@travelfox4820 2 жыл бұрын

TheSoutherner yes long time ago : hey thank you

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

No worries

@MrRIP_HOOD 11 ай бұрын

I thought these are Toy Trains 🤣

@hamjazz 2 жыл бұрын

That track is beginning to look a bit shaky. The speeds they do over it could cause an 'incident'

@kylegleeson8638 2 жыл бұрын

You'd be surprised what trains can go over, there are cane railways with a much wider loading gauge that operate trains up to 35kph over track conditions worse than what was displayed in this video, some areas are held up by dirt! RHDR is effectively standard gauge scaled down. The biggest fear would be debris on the line

@hamjazz 2 жыл бұрын

@@kylegleeson8638 Cane railways don't carry paying passengers . R H D R is not standard gauge scaled down for your information, as the rolling stock size and the gauge of 15" puts it as narrow gauge for it's size. This causes it to be a bit top-heavy for a start. There have been incidents of R H D R stock overturning, but my comment about the track still stands.

@still_guns 2 жыл бұрын

Those rails look like they could use some work.

@jakemcallister34 2 жыл бұрын

Hi southerner

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there

@jakemcallister34 2 жыл бұрын

How are you

@Buddha-eb5yl 2 жыл бұрын

Extrem wobbeling Tracks 😨😨 a derailing iss possibel 🤔🤔

@josephinebennington7247 2 жыл бұрын

Seen better tracks on those crazy Chinese Coal pit trains, elsewhere on YT! 😆

@scottsimmons5350 2 жыл бұрын

what is this, kiddie trains

@ronfisher2-railwaytravelvideos 2 жыл бұрын

Certainly not - although the kids probably love it as well. It's 13½ miles long, has six stations and much of it is double track. When the trains are doing 20 mph it's the equivalent of a main line train doing 60! I've put the first instalment of my video footage on KZfaq if you'd like to take a look.

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 жыл бұрын

Quite the opposite. The RH&DR arguably has more history to its name than a lot of standard gauge heritage lines. I'd recommend reading this as a starting point: www.rhdr.org.uk/history-and-heritage/