Highlight from a recent project -The Pullman train leaves Northiam bound for Bodiam October 2005

An inside shot of Barbara in derelict state stands in the C & W shed –– a long time before picture ‘1’ was possible

–and outside

Work on the Pullman exterior taking place. Much careful preparation work is required

Theodora meets Barbara under the admiring gaze of other volunteers eager to see what has been achieved

Theodora, gleaming once again, receives mechanical attention

A glimpse of the internal restoration in progress to meet the railway’s modern demands but in the traditional Pullman style

Another view of Pullman work in progress

And back to the present….. This important Mark 1 (in LM livery) for its timetabled services, receives much needed attention

Here Julian restores some of the wooden internal structure whilst Alan has been busy replacing corroded metal structure

A view of the Mark 1 Midland carriage side and end showing the transformation already achieved. (October 05)

Julian working away at the woodwork of the interior -vestibule ends of this carriage

Work on the Birdcage has had to be fitted in around the shed’s ‘bread and butter’ work. The body has been dropped onto its new frames and each door (a century old) refitted into place

The guard’s eye view of the “birdcage” interior of this coach – with doors removed

The PW wagon too has received some attention. This vehicle can be used to level off ballast dumped onto the track

The GWR railcar made a brief yet worthwhile visit inside the Carriage and wagon shed and threw off its green shrouds briefly so more work could be done on the supporting timbers by its project team. What a gem she will be when complete!

And here is another carriage that has made it back into revenue earning service and looking very splendid when spotted at Tenterden Town in springtime this year