Wednesday, 8 July 2026

Leaves on the line

 The recent rain and heat has caused a problem for the workers on the Penedredfel Light Railway-

The plants growing trackside have grown to unexpected heights and vigorously in the extreme.
They will require major cutting back prior to the restoration of services on the PLR in the coming days. Weather and time permitting it is hoped to get the trains running very soon.


14 comments:

  1. I'm looking forward to seeing some trains running Alan!

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    1. Me too!
      Alan Tradgardland

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  2. Hi Alan,

    Nature certainly takes over quickly when the rain and heat mix! It’s a very familiar battle, but hopefully, the clearing work goes smoothly so you can get the line fully operational again soon.

    Cheers, Andy

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    1. Familiar battle with the weeds too!
      Alan Tradgardland

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  3. Very amusing photos, Alan, and as the local Council has reduced its grass and bush cutting in my area, it looks like my neighbourhood!

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    1. Thanks.I hope the Council changes its mind.
      Alan Tradgardland

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  4. You need to issue scale sized machetes!

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    1. Certainly do!
      Alan Tradgardland

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  5. From what my UK friends tell me "Leaves on the line" seems to be one of the most common reasons for stoppages of railway service over there. At least, that's the impression I get.
    I didn't realize how bad it could get! ;)

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  6. It's a very realistic problem for your maintenance crews to have to deal with Alan!

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  7. Possibly an attack by Triffids.

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