Recently, the 10 Class Locos team held a planning session to canvas and discuss ideas on how we progress the refurbishment of 10 Class Locomotive No. 18. In total, we had 17 attendees providing valuable contributions and ideas.
One thing that was made clear is the interest and support of the community and the team involved in seeing the 10 Class Locomotives refurbished and operational. We are excited to provide ongoing updates on the projects, which we will do through this News page! Keep an eye on this page for information and videos about the progress of the 10 Class Locos refurbishment projects.
What's happening?
- Jon Bennett has agreed to project manage our initial project of works the respringing and axle repairs.
- Nigel Woolley is detailing the scope of works required and associated costings to allow the project plan to be developed and finalised.
- Jon and Nigel are liaising and seeking advice as required from Warren Hedley, Director of 10 Class Locos.
- A railway historian and supporter of 10 Class, familiar with the locomotives, has kindly taken on the task of developing a Conservation Management Plan for the 10 Class Locos based on a template provided by the Rail Motor Society.
- David Threlfo is providing his video production and local media experience to help raise public awareness of the 10 Class project via online content.
- We at 10 Class are actively pursuing available grant programs and have three applications pending.
- We are also developing a plan for future fundraising activities for consideration of the Board.
- We are planning to have visibility of the 10 Class Locomotives at Steamfest in July.
Next Steps
Based on the work being undertaken by the team at 10 Class Locos, our next steps will be to identify and commission packages of work.
We appreciate the ongoing support of our community and appreciate all donations made to the cause.
