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Peppercorn A1 Pacific Steam Engine Talks
COME and join the Tyne Tees Centre at the Appleby Lecture Theatre in Durham University to hear the amazing story of how a new steam locomotive was built in Darlington.
In 1990 a group of people came together to share an extraordinary ambition – to construct a brand new Peppercorn A1 Pacific. After nineteen years of incredible effort that locomotive, Number 60163 “Tornado”, moved under its own power for the first time in 2008. Tornado is now fulfilling the dream, hauling specials on the mainline and giving joy to thousands of passengers and line-side spectators who want to witness the legend in action.
You can hear the story of one of our country’s greatest achievements and ask questions of the people who passionately believe in British design. This fascinating presentation will be given by David Elliott, Director of Engineering at the A1 Steam Locomotive Trust. Tickets are £10.00 per person and light refreshments can be purchased during the interval. You will also be able to purchase Tornado merchandise. Doors open at 6:30pm for a 7:30 start. Full details of how to get there will be provided with your tickets.
Contact Noel Lindford on 07703 106302 or email noel.lindford@bt.com
