‘A4’ celebrates preservation milestone

TO celebrate the 55th anniversary of the handing over of No. 4498 Sir Nigel Gresley from British Railways to the Sir Nigel Gresley Locomotive Trust (SNGLT), a members’ day was held at Locomotive Services Limited’s Crewe depot on February 12.

SNGT members had the opportunity to photograph the ‘Streak’ and visit the footplate during a guided tour. On January 31, No. 4498 underwent a new hydraulic boiler test, resetting its boiler certificate. The 4-6-2 is expected to be run-in at the Severn Valley Railway in the coming weeks.

When the ‘A4’ returns to the main line, Locomotive Services (TOC) Ltd will be responsible for the loco’s operations, supported by SNGLT.

GAVIN THOMSON LNER ‘A4’ Pacific No. 4498 Sir Nigel Gresley in wartime black during the Sir Nigel Gresley Trust members’ day on February 12, at Locomotive Services Limited’s Crewe depot.