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This LMS Ivatt 2-6-2T is based on the Watercress Line where it was recently restored to mainline condition.  It was kindly loaned to the Bluebell for a fortnight,  culminating in the Branchline Weekend of 22nd & 23rd February 2003.

 


 
Departing Ropley with a train for Alton.


Just west of Ropley on the Mid-Hants with a train for Alresford.


Waiting to draw her stock into Sheffield Park station for her first working of the weekend.


Heading south between Horsted Keynes and Sheffield Park.


Paused while running around her train at Kingscote.


Arriving at Sheffield Park double-heading with 80151.


At Sheffield Park with a train for Horsted Keynes.


Awaiting departure from Kingscote on Sunday afternoon.