German museum seeks ‘Hogwarts’ GWR Hall on loan

A GERMAN railway museum is seeking a GWR 4-6-0 on medium-term loan for display as the ‘Hogwarts Express'.

The Bahnpark Augsburg in southern Germany has locomotives from France, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Luxembourg and Portugal, and would like to add a GWR Hall or other 4-6-0 in ‘Hogwarts' red livery, like No. 5972 Olton Hall.

The locomotive need not be in working order and ownership would remain with its owners, although a purchase would be considered. The museum will arrange and sponsor its transport, restoration and upkeep.

Any offers can be directed to Marcus Hehl at markus.hehl@ bahnpark-augsburg.eu