On 29th March 2016, LMS Period 1 Third Open, 7828, was officially launched into service. Owned by the National Railway Museum and restored by the LMS Carriage Association, the carriage will now form part of Peak Rail’s service train.
This video covers the event, including the speeches that were given as well as views from the interior as afternoon tea is served.
Volunteers of the LMSCA and guests from the National Railway Museum line up for photographs
Guests listen intently to the speeches delivered by Dave Winter (LMSCA), John Leather (LMSCA) and Anthony Coulls (NRM)
Just before departure from Rowsley South
3rd class travel, 1920s style
Representatives of the LMCSA, National Railway Museum and Peak Rail enjoy the ride
Representatives of the LMCSA, National Railway Museum and Peak Rail enjoy the ride
7828 arriving in Matlock