Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway - 'Black Prince Returns' 04/09/2021

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An often overlooked favourite of the RH&DR fleet, No11 "Black Prince" has always proved popular with enthusiasts and members of the public alike; gaining something of a cult following for its unique nature among its British outline counterparts. As such, its return to steam has been highly anticipated, drawing a crowd to witness the locomotive back in service following an overhaul.
Built in 1937 by Krupp, the locomotive was one of only three produced for a trade fair in Dusseldorf. While the other two subsequently found homes in the UK, "Fleissiges Leischen" (name carried at the time, translates to "Busy Lizzy" in English) was retained by the owners on sentimental grounds until 1976, when it was offered for sale to the Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway. Some modifications were carried out to bring the locomotive in-line with RH&DR standards, and an identity was adorned to the pacific; No11 "Black Prince" - a name previously carried by No10 until 1948. This most recent overhaul started in 2019, with funding partly provided by the RH&DR Association, and carried out by John Fowler Engineering in Cumbria. On the completion of the overhaul, a programme of running-in trials were undertaken on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway before returning to RH&DR metals.
The timetable in use for the day was a modified version of the railways' Orange timetable, with some additional services included. Shouldering the German's return, a strong showing from the RH&DR fleet was showcased throughout the day, with a total of 6 locomotives in service which featured a variety of the designs based on the line. In true Romney style, the day was rounded off with a triple-headed run from New Romney to Dungeness and back.
Locomotives:
RH&DR Krupp Pacific Class - No11 "Black Prince"
RH&DR 'North American' Pacific Class - No9 "Winston Churchill"
RH&DR Pacific Class - No2 "Northern Chief"
RH&DR Mountain Class - No6 "Samson"
RH&DR Diesel Class - No12 "J. B. Snell"
RH&DR Pacific Class - No3 "Southern Maid"
All footage filmed on Saturday the 4th of September 2021.

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@eddiewonfor2182 2 года назад

I have followed this amazing railway now since it reopened after WW2 ( I am 83 ) I saw Laurel & Hardy , Tommy Handly from Itma and others . It is really great to see the Stunning Black Prince up and running again . But like others have mentioned having recently travelled to Dungeness felt that at times the track was a bit scary so I think that there needs to be a serious upgrade along the line !

@gomezadams9900 2 года назад

I agree with your comment Eddie. I was just going to submit a comment comment myself on the condition of the line at certain points throughout this video where the tracks seem to be in disrepair. I don't know if it was just a case of poor maintenance, or if it is just due to the fact that this is a light rail system and subject to faster decline than full scale rails.

@haroldwilkes6608 2 года назад

The nervous Nellie's in the US would have kittens if they saw those twisty-turvy rails, I just giggle. It's a little scary until you realize it's 15" gauge and and only going about 25 mph because the valve gear looks like it's going 100 mph. This is a gem...

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 года назад

Scale speeds, low angle, telephoto lens - all adds up, making it look far worse than the reality of the situation.

@FoxIslandRailroadCo 2 года назад

Great video!! Thanks for sharing.

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 года назад

Thank you

@grahamknight8994 2 года назад

Good to see her back and in fine form. Interesting to see how much more Germanic in outline Black Prince has become since ariving on RH&DR especially when compared to her siblings at Bressingham, smaller German style smoke deflectors, high running plate and changes to the front end interestingly show some comparisons to No 9 Winston Chuchill and 10 Dr Syn.

@bobingram6912 2 года назад

Love the rock and roll of the locos, it's always a heart in mouth moment to watch😨 but never noticeable on board!!! You certainly moved around a lot, I was almost out of breath. Triple header - magic stuff, plus all the coaching stock by the look of it!!! Thumbs up once again.

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 года назад

Glad you enjoyed the video, Bob! It's amazing how the camera makes the situation look far worse than the reality - won't help that there's an "RH&DR at speed" video in the works. The triple header was certainly a highlight!

@wharris302 2 года назад

@@TheSouthernerYTChannel excited for that at speed video!

@transportinkent5279 2 года назад

Great video! I was lucky enough to be hauled by her a few times since she has come back, beautiful loco

@petercook6383 2 года назад

The triple header was a bonus. There is a bus rally today at New Romney.

@northstar1950 2 года назад

A lot of this footage was shot through a telephoto lens, the foreshortening effect these lenses produce always magnify any undulations of a moving object. Just watch and note the time difference between seeing the whistle steam and hearing the whistle.

@locowerke 2 года назад

Good to see Black Prince back in action again, great video! Thanks for posting your efforts!!

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 года назад

Thanks very much! Glad to have another loco back.

@SimonTog 2 года назад

Great done video :)

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 года назад

Thank you

@petercook6383 2 года назад

Nice to bump into you yesterday and see you make this video. It was a good day.

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 года назад

Was a pleasure meeting you, thanks very much!

@leah-mariefisher8162 2 года назад

My son says: I saw that at sea view road with Northern Chief and Southern Maid

@mlp-hot-rod5824 2 года назад

Those rails are long overdue a service

@CustomiZe_ 2 года назад

Thats awesome I love black prince but never seen it in real life unfortunately, will definitely have to visit RHDR now.

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 года назад

I can't recommend a visit enough - the RH&DR is well worth it.

@Jxshua100 2 года назад

The Black Prince ' s whistle is my new favourite !! Sorry Hurricane ( no.8 )

@rogerredding5269 2 года назад

Great video thanks but looking at the state of the tracks ? A derailment awaiting to happen? Just slow down the speed a bit ? Locos looking as they could jump the tracks at anytime? Track needs upgrading for these speed's very soon 🔜. Otherwise a serious accident awayting to happen very soon ?loved the video 📷 though thanks 👍.

@gunterbartsch9284 2 года назад

I LOVE IT ❤🚂👍

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 года назад

Glad to hear it :)

@Mason58654 2 года назад

@19:28 That Black Prince is a nice looker, German 🇩🇪 or not!

@charlestellis7021 2 года назад

Awesome 👏👏 but them rails need plenty of attention me thinks?

@winco68 2 года назад

Fantastic! What is the speed limit on this line? If like other heritage lines it’s 25 MPH then it must feel like 100 MPH in the small coaches so close to the ground. Excellent filming in great locations btw. Never been I must visit!

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 года назад

Thank you! Limit of 25mph, though it is lower on some sections with frequent level crossings. The kind words are greatly appreciated.

@the_retag 2 года назад

I have to (unless i myself am mistaken) correct you description. Fleißiges lieschen translates not to "little flower" but to "busy lizzy", which is obviously a much more fitting name for a loco

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 года назад

Admittedly, the translation confused me when I ran it through Google Translate and got "Busy Lizzy", since I'd got "Little Flower" from the RH&DR Association website.

@the_retag 2 года назад

@@TheSouthernerYTChannel maybe its time to write to the rh&dr association to clear things up ; )

@GrrMeister 2 года назад

*At **19:14** (not a good date) We are in pure Kamikaze Territory - God help all those in Carriages behind 3 Massive Engines !*

@AndreiTupolev 2 года назад

Be nice to reunite it with its near sister Whillan Beck on the Ravenglass & Eskdale

@TheSouthernerYTChannel 2 года назад

One day, we can hope... was good to see Whillan Beck when it last visited.

@GrrMeister 2 года назад

2:20 *For the most **-dangerous-** Exhilarating **_ride of your life_** - visit and take a death defying trip on the Romney, Hyde & Dymchurch Railway - Money Back if not fully satisfied, track inspected every 3 years and assured safety is {ok} However did you sign the waiver that the RH&DR are relieved of all responsibility in the event of Death, Severe Injury or Physical Impairment ? Can't Wait to get on it again !*

@stuartcambell-frazer8863 2 года назад

It reminds me of a comment I made a short while ago with me raising concerns over the state of the track, It looks very unnerving to those not in the know and it still makes me cringe when I see how the ride is going. I honestly think that if a train was to go a little too fast on this line, I am almost sure it's going to tip over. But looking at the response by harold Wilkes below, I can understand just what it takes to keep these wonderful machines going.