Wednesday 2nd - Work for everyone

 As volunteers we are always up for something new, today was no exception. Upholstery are a bit short of operatives so the idea was presented to Chris, could you help in upholstery? Oh yes please was the response ……and so …..

Chris's first comment was, how quiet it is in upholstery unlike the workshop.

Laura is cutting lining material for their famous line of shopping bags.

Another view of Chris with Eve in the background, stripping seats from the 'Bluebell' Railway.

down in the workshop, Bob is making a new piece to be welded in to the Mica Van. The edge was a bit rough so it was decided to insert a new piece.

...... Once he had finished the Mica Van job, he moved under 1675 to fit a mounting plate which will carry the water inlet pipe and drain valve.

Nice to see Tony in today, very busy overhauling brake cylinders.

These sections, four in all are from the Open C wagon and needed some weathered holes welding, John is cleaning to make ready for welding.

Simon is measuring finishing pieces for the windows in 4798, some were damaged during removal.

Rex is working a bit further along, there is a long way to go.

Still with 4798, the doorfit team are checking panel alignment/radius with our purpose made former.

It seems they are happy and so the door is brought to the vehicle.

Dave is preparing to continue the repaint of the steps for the Santa coach in Platform One bay.

It was a day of progress, with work for everyone who attended.

Many thanks to Eve and Gerry for the photos.