Monday 21 December 2009

Nov 2008 - 679's final tour

679 made a farewell outing on the tramway on Saturday 29th November on a specially commissioned tour with Coronation car 304, prior to restoration to a genuine EE Railcoach.
In freezing fog, 679 operated Tower to Thornton Gate with 304 allowing enthusiasts to swap vehicles. Bus 529 from the LTT collection also shadowed the tram shuttle, allowing unique photograph opportunities.
Unfortunately, a problem with the trolley head on 304 prevented it's last trip to Fleetwood but 679 and bus 529 coped with the 84 tour participants.