Pontypool & Blaenavon Vintage Weekend 18 ~ 19/05/2019.

[@acw71000]

Great stuff Bob, 'Jessie' looks superb and makes a wonderful sound

[@robmasterman]

Thanks Austin, they've done a magnificent job on her restoration, and being such a powerful loco, is a great asset to the Railway.

[@PhilbruProduction]

Very great job of restoration of "Jessie". congratulations to the entire team of volunteers. Fideo ardderchog, Bob. Philippe

[@robmasterman]

Ils ont fait une magnifique restauration sur son Philippe, elle a l'air et sonne magnifique ... Diolch unwaith eto ... Bob

[@EMuksteam]

Fantastic video Bob. They have done a superb job on “ Jessie “ . She looks magnificent. Nice shots of around the sheds. Best wishes C&A

[@robmasterman]

Thanks C&A, those final touches on 'Jessie' have completed how she looked at GKN in Cardiff back in the sixties....Best wishes....Bob

[@johnbrown9092]

Lovely little railway. Like Jessies whistle.

[@robmasterman]

It's set in a World Heritage site John, a wonderful place to visit. 'Jessie' looks wonderful now she's had her final embellishments.

[@caerphillycastle]

Great video Bob. Love the interviews. Nice shots, Geraint

[@robmasterman]

Thanks again Ger, the interviews add an extra dimension to the production...Bob

[@STEVEHARLEY1956]

Great video our Bob...Loved all the interviews with the staff too...Jesse certainly is one smart looking Loco.....Well done..Best wishes....Steve .

[@robmasterman]

Thanks Steve, it's always a pleasure to go there, and to be made to feel so welcome. Dick Lawson seen briefly on the footplate, was my Manager 25 years ago. With her finishing touches complete, 'Jessie' looks and sounds superb. Hope your day behind D6948 went well...Best wishes...Bob

[@m18tankdestroyer43]

Nice video.😀

[@robmasterman]

Thanks very much, glad you've enjoyed it.

[@howarth004]

Nice catch up Bob , seems to be more activity there now

[@robmasterman]

The Best days are always the Gals, but they are very good with theme weekend as well....Bob

[@SimonTog]

Very good video Robert :)

[@robmasterman]

Thank you Simon, glad you've enjoyed it.

[@ncplantdoctor]

Jesse was certainly shiny and I really appreciated seeing all of their other stock, but I wish you had shown those lovely carriages a bit more. I did like hearing the accents as the people spoke to you.

[@robmasterman]

Now that they've given her the finishing touches, she does look quite magnificent. I have covered the Railway's Vintage Stock previously, but I'll see what I can do for you on my next visit, Thanks again for your comments.

[@ncplantdoctor]

@@robmasterman Yes, I know and I have seen them before, but they are just so lovely and unique. I just love to see them.

[@robmasterman]

I'm up there again next week, so will try and capture some more footage for you.

[@wooltman]

Does the line go as far as Blaenavon Bob? Must visit again i'm missing out on these lovely sounds.....Regards Chris

[@robmasterman]

The furthest North the line goes is to Whistle Inn Halt Chris, the main centre is at Furnace Sidings Just North of Blaenavon, there is a short Branch South of Furnace to Big Pit Halt, and the main route goes down to Blaenavon HL and on to Coed Avon, the current Southern Terminus of the line. Check before visiting as trains don't run every day of the week...Regards...Bob

[@wooltman]

@@robmasterman When we last rode the track it only went to the Whistle Inn.

[@robmasterman]

@@wooltman Much better now Chris.

[@SYKAROST]

Another enjoyable trip to 'your' mountain railway Bob, are the 37 & 31 runners, don't think I've seen them before? I used to do a lot of 'train chasing' jobs in Scotland when driving coaches, that drivers got it easy (or did he get a free ride lol).....Regards, Brian.

[@robmasterman]

Thanks Brian, I love the reference to 'My Mountain Railway', I'm a member of this wonderful Railway, and they give both Mrs M and I such a warm welcome, it's an absolute joy to visit. The 37 is 37216, and it's hoped to get it back in traffic later this year. D5627 is a runner, and will be taking place in the Freight weekend next Sunday.....The Driver was a real character, originally from Ayrshire....Regards...Bob

[@SYKAROST]

Well it is to you what Chasewater is to me and the free publicity is always welcomed by these smaller railways. Thanks for diesel info, Brian.

[@robmasterman]

Exactly Brian, at our age, it's one of the few things we can do to support them....Regards...Bob

[@TheWesternExplorer]

Nice one Bob, but why have they painted those horrible black and yellow stripes on Jessie? Makes her look like a diesel shunter. Cheers, Dave.

[@robmasterman]

This is the livery she wore at GKN Steel Works in Cardiff Dave, and like Diesel shunters, the stripes gave visibility in those dimly lit conditions...Regards...Bob

[@dyfansgwr8851]

Great video and great to see she ain't Tommy tank anymore Just wanted to know will you be going to the coal weekend and if so which day/ days?

[@robmasterman]

I will be there next Sunday.

[@dyfansgwr8851]

Well I might see you then

[@robmasterman]

@@dyfansgwr8851 You may well do!

[@davidpoulton2860]

Line was closed by BR in 1980 when big pit was closed for mining now museum railway opened 1983

[@robmasterman]

Thanks David, it's all part of a World Heritage Site.

[@Mascott2004]

19th May 2019 is my 15th birthday!

[@robmasterman]

Happy Birthday for tomorrow.

[@Mascott2004]

Cheers!

[@Laura-nu5cc]

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[@robmasterman]

Thank you Laura, I'm very pleased that you've enjoyed it.