Anoraks on Boxing Day, 1966, at 70A Nine Elms sheds. It was
very cold - and very quiet. There was nobody else around.
As far as I can
remember, the Battle of Britain No. 34089 602 Squadron, presumably being prepared for duty next
to the brazier in the yard - although there is no sign of the crew on the photo - was the only loco’ in steam. Some, like No. 35027
Port Line, had already been withdrawn from service and was noticeably rusting up.
Sadly, Nine Elms was already on its last legs and due to close within months.
That shaft of light on the group photo looks like it might be highlighting the
start of my bald patch. Photo with thanks to Ian Hughes.
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