![]() ![]() “It has been very emotional to see the difference between what we saw in 1972 and today’s vibrant and loved working railway. “Lesson – if a goal is worth pursuing, start it and trust that others will complete the job! “We also met with people who could help the railway to at last achieve the aim that motivated us in 1972 – through trains running from the main line as a regular dependable public service for residents and visitors. “We met several people who were there with us in the 1970s including an old school friend Peter Burke, and Nick Hanham and Robin Brasher, two of the very early volunteers. “We were invited back to Swanage Railway by the chairman of the trust, Gavin Johns, to pay tribute to all those no longer alive who worked to bring about the result we now see – a successful heritage railway with the track and signalling reconnected to the main line. ![]() Swanage resident Robin Brasher (right) was another early volunteer, joining Andrew and John in 1972 “If a goal is worth pursuing, start it” ![]()
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