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Train Simulator
by MrFozz, 30 Jun 2015, 9:43 pm
Anybody play it...

Just got back into it recently after not playing it since TS2012...

I like the Scenario Editor and slowly getting to grips with it...

Messing about making some Malarkey Scenarios

Named in honour of our very own Mr Malarkey...Some of my creations are marathons lol...

Anybody else play it?

P.S. Hope you dont mind having something named for you Adam
Train Simulator
by MrFozz, 30 Jun 2015, 9:43 pm

Anybody play it...

Just got back into it recently after not playing it since TS2012...

I like the Scenario Editor and slowly getting to grips with it...

Messing about making some Malarkey Scenarios

Named in honour of our very own Mr Malarkey...Some of my creations are marathons lol...

Anybody else play it?

P.S. Hope you dont mind having something named for you Adam

Go North East - Events
by LeeCalder, 29 Jun 2015, 10:51 pm
Fun themed day in Chester-le-Street to celebrate all that is Go North East

- Chester-le-Street Market Place
- Friday 3 July
- 10am until 3pm

There will be plenty to enjoy, for everyone of all ages...

- Garden games
- 'Selfie' bus
- Free ice cream
- Goodies
- Entertainment from Metro Radio

Fun themed day at Chester-Le-Street to celebrate all that is Go North East

ToonLink circus celebrations in Blaydon and Newcastle

- Blaydon (near Morrisons)
- Saturday 4 July
- 10am until 3pm

- Newcastle Grainger Street
- Monday 6 July
- 10am until 5pm

There will be plenty to enjoy, for everyone of all ages...

- Circus entertaiment - magician, juggler, stilt walker, balloonist and more
- 'Selfie' bus
- Free ice cream
- Free coffee
- Goodies
- Chance to win free travel
- Entertainment from Metro Radio

ToonLink circus celebrations in Blaydon and Newcastle
Forum Local Bus Events
21
Go North East - Events
by LeeCalder, 29 Jun 2015, 10:51 pm

Fun themed day in Chester-le-Street to celebrate all that is Go North East

- Chester-le-Street Market Place
- Friday 3 July
- 10am until 3pm

There will be plenty to enjoy, for everyone of all ages...

- Garden games
- 'Selfie' bus
- Free ice cream
- Goodies
- Entertainment from Metro Radio

Fun themed day at Chester-Le-Street to celebrate all that is Go North East

ToonLink circus celebrations in Blaydon and Newcastle

- Blaydon (near Morrisons)
- Saturday 4 July
- 10am until 3pm

- Newcastle Grainger Street
- Monday 6 July
- 10am until 5pm

There will be plenty to enjoy, for everyone of all ages...

- Circus entertaiment - magician, juggler, stilt walker, balloonist and more
- 'Selfie' bus
- Free ice cream
- Free coffee
- Goodies
- Chance to win free travel
- Entertainment from Metro Radio

ToonLink circus celebrations in Blaydon and Newcastle

Chris Cooper Travel
by tyresmoke, 24 Jun 2015, 12:57 pm
A new one I've not seen reported for these is tri-axle Setra RN06AXK
Chris Cooper Travel
by tyresmoke, 24 Jun 2015, 12:57 pm

A new one I've not seen reported for these is tri-axle Setra RN06AXK

Lothian Buses open day
by Davie, 18 Jun 2015, 2:41 pm
Does anybody know when the Lothian buses open day this year will be?
Thanks,
Davie
Lothian Buses open day
by Davie, 18 Jun 2015, 2:41 pm

Does anybody know when the Lothian buses open day this year will be?
Thanks,
Davie

"Bus Events" Sub-Forum
by Dan, 18 Jun 2015, 2:31 pm
Hi all,

As bus rallies/events have started to be discussed quite regularly, and these posts have been dotted around the forum in various places, I have created a dedicated sub-forum where all discussion relating to these events can be made.

It is placed fairly close to the top of the forum so that more people see it.

A thread per rally would work best in my opinion, and the first post should be used to detail the event's date and location. Posts that follow can discuss any vehicles attending, links to photographs, etc.
"Bus Events" Sub-Forum
by Dan, 18 Jun 2015, 2:31 pm

Hi all,

As bus rallies/events have started to be discussed quite regularly, and these posts have been dotted around the forum in various places, I have created a dedicated sub-forum where all discussion relating to these events can be made.

It is placed fairly close to the top of the forum so that more people see it.

A thread per rally would work best in my opinion, and the first post should be used to detail the event's date and location. Posts that follow can discuss any vehicles attending, links to photographs, etc.

Whitley Bay Bus Rally
by Dan, 18 Jun 2015, 2:26 pm
Whitley Bay Bus Rally
Sunday 5th July | 10:00 AM
The Links
Forum Local Bus Events
230
Whitley Bay Bus Rally
by Dan, 18 Jun 2015, 2:26 pm

Whitley Bay Bus Rally
Sunday 5th July | 10:00 AM
The Links

Non transport related photography
by Jimmi, 18 Jun 2015, 11:59 am
Just something I've been thinking of is perhaps maybe creating a second Flickr account or another sort of website where I may take random photos and upload them.

I am thinking about maybe just taking photos of random stuff I see while I am out and about or anything else. Some things may include: dogs, graffiti, amusing signs and then possibly stuff like: landmarks and great scenic shots.

If I do decide to create such thing I doubt it will ever be something I will ever take seriously, it will be me just uploading things for fun which some people may get the joy of seeing.

Would anyone on here potentially be interested in seeing this happen?
Non transport related photography
by Jimmi, 18 Jun 2015, 11:59 am

Just something I've been thinking of is perhaps maybe creating a second Flickr account or another sort of website where I may take random photos and upload them.

I am thinking about maybe just taking photos of random stuff I see while I am out and about or anything else. Some things may include: dogs, graffiti, amusing signs and then possibly stuff like: landmarks and great scenic shots.

If I do decide to create such thing I doubt it will ever be something I will ever take seriously, it will be me just uploading things for fun which some people may get the joy of seeing.

Would anyone on here potentially be interested in seeing this happen?

Port of Tyne Cruise Terminal
by tyresmoke, 14 Jun 2015, 1:00 pm
Newcastle is fast becoming a popular destination for cruise ships to visit, both to start/finish cruise voyages and also visiting in the middle of cruises from other destinations, indeed 2015 will see a visit from Dutch and German cruise ships. 2016 will see lots more one day visits, including Disney Cruise Line!

For us bus/coach enthusiasts - it also offers the opportunity to see fleets of coaches in use on transfers from/to the cruises and of course the day excursions on the one day visits. I know I went to Newcastle last year when MSC Cruises visited and no less than 50 coaches were in use that day.

See below for a list of 2015 visits... I'll try and add more detail in further posts if I hear of additions to the list.
Turnaround = finish of one cruise, and start of another (ie based at Newcastle)
Day Visit = visiting in the middle of a voyage from another port

June 2015
Thu 18 (0800-1800) Turnaround
Marco Polo (800 pax) - Cruise & Maritime Voyages

July 2015
Wed 01 (am-pm) Day Visit
Balmoral (1340 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Sun 05 (0800-1700) Day Visit
MS Eurodam (1850 pax) - Holland America Line

Sat 18 (am-pm) Day Visit
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Thu 23 (0800-2100) Day Visit
Marina (1258 pax) - Oceania Cruises

Sun 26 (xx-pm) Start
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

August 2015
Sun 02 (am-pm) Turnaround
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Fri 07 (0800-2000) Day Visit
Artania (1122 pax) - Phoenix Reisen

Wed 19 (0800-2100) Day Visit
Seven Seas Voyager (708 pax) - Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Sat 29 (am-pm) Turnaround
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

September 2015
Fri 11 (am-pm) Turnaround
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Sun 20 (am-pm) Turnaround
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

October 2015
Tue 06 (am-pm) Turnaround
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Sat 17 (am-pm) Turnaround
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

November 2015
Sun 01 (am-pm) Turnaround
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Tue 17 (am-xx) Finish
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines
Forum All Things Water
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Port of Tyne Cruise Terminal
by tyresmoke, 14 Jun 2015, 1:00 pm

Newcastle is fast becoming a popular destination for cruise ships to visit, both to start/finish cruise voyages and also visiting in the middle of cruises from other destinations, indeed 2015 will see a visit from Dutch and German cruise ships. 2016 will see lots more one day visits, including Disney Cruise Line!

For us bus/coach enthusiasts - it also offers the opportunity to see fleets of coaches in use on transfers from/to the cruises and of course the day excursions on the one day visits. I know I went to Newcastle last year when MSC Cruises visited and no less than 50 coaches were in use that day.

See below for a list of 2015 visits... I'll try and add more detail in further posts if I hear of additions to the list.
Turnaround = finish of one cruise, and start of another (ie based at Newcastle)
Day Visit = visiting in the middle of a voyage from another port

June 2015
Thu 18 (0800-1800) Turnaround
Marco Polo (800 pax) - Cruise & Maritime Voyages

July 2015
Wed 01 (am-pm) Day Visit
Balmoral (1340 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Sun 05 (0800-1700) Day Visit
MS Eurodam (1850 pax) - Holland America Line

Sat 18 (am-pm) Day Visit
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Thu 23 (0800-2100) Day Visit
Marina (1258 pax) - Oceania Cruises

Sun 26 (xx-pm) Start
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

August 2015
Sun 02 (am-pm) Turnaround
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Fri 07 (0800-2000) Day Visit
Artania (1122 pax) - Phoenix Reisen

Wed 19 (0800-2100) Day Visit
Seven Seas Voyager (708 pax) - Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Sat 29 (am-pm) Turnaround
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

September 2015
Fri 11 (am-pm) Turnaround
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Sun 20 (am-pm) Turnaround
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

October 2015
Tue 06 (am-pm) Turnaround
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Sat 17 (am-pm) Turnaround
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

November 2015
Sun 01 (am-pm) Turnaround
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Tue 17 (am-xx) Finish
Boudicca (880 pax) - Fred Olsen Cruise Lines

Safety within the railways
by LeeCalder, 12 Jun 2015, 10:29 am
I hope it is okay to start this thread....

I just watched a video called 'Trainspotter Moments, Episode 9.5: Mayhem at Manors', now if you watch the full video you will see that these idiots are running around on the platform when there is on coming trains, they are even trying to pick up a bottle of coca-cola which has fell on the tracks!

The are obviously oblivious to the possible dangers of doing all of this.

Running around like headless chickens on an un-manned station is always a bad idea when you would quite easily injure yourself, and especially when there is an oncoming Voyager.

They are then trying to collect a bottle of coca-cola which has fell onto the tracks with the legs of a tripod! One of the spotters points out that there is a double yellow going Northbound, but there is a red signal southbound. Do they not realize that just because the signal is red it doesn't mean that there is not a train coming! A train can still come along the tracks but it has to stop at the red signal because of danger ahead. The obviously don't realzie that the signal near Heaton TMD is yellow and a train might be passing!

So please take a couple of moments to watch the video which I have just mentioned and then read the Network Rail's Railway Enthusiast Guide to Trainspotting for your own safety.



Network Rail's Railway Enthusiast's Guide to Safe Trainspotting

Thanks
Forum Railways
3
Safety within the railways
by LeeCalder, 12 Jun 2015, 10:29 am

I hope it is okay to start this thread....

I just watched a video called 'Trainspotter Moments, Episode 9.5: Mayhem at Manors', now if you watch the full video you will see that these idiots are running around on the platform when there is on coming trains, they are even trying to pick up a bottle of coca-cola which has fell on the tracks!

The are obviously oblivious to the possible dangers of doing all of this.

Running around like headless chickens on an un-manned station is always a bad idea when you would quite easily injure yourself, and especially when there is an oncoming Voyager.

They are then trying to collect a bottle of coca-cola which has fell onto the tracks with the legs of a tripod! One of the spotters points out that there is a double yellow going Northbound, but there is a red signal southbound. Do they not realize that just because the signal is red it doesn't mean that there is not a train coming! A train can still come along the tracks but it has to stop at the red signal because of danger ahead. The obviously don't realzie that the signal near Heaton TMD is yellow and a train might be passing!

So please take a couple of moments to watch the video which I have just mentioned and then read the Network Rail's Railway Enthusiast Guide to Trainspotting for your own safety.



Network Rail's Railway Enthusiast's Guide to Safe Trainspotting

Thanks

Life in the Fast Lane Car Show 2015
by Malarkey, 10 Jun 2015, 10:21 pm
I was down my Dads earlier and I was having look through the takeaway menus and I noticed a leaflet for a Car Show this weekend in the Gateshead Area.

The Event will be held down at Team Valley at the Gateshead Skills Academy on Saturday 13th June (10am to 4pm) and is Free to Attend.

The following will be there:
  • Hosted by - Metro Radios Steve & Karen
  • Show up & Shine - Prizes for the best cars
  • F1 Car Simulator - Set the fastest lap in a full size F1 Car.
  • Rolling Road - Full power torque readout and decibel check - £20
  • Live Painting - Interactive Car Painting Sessions
  • Course Specialists - Will be on hand to talk about various Motor Vehicle Courses and Apprenticeships on offer, and types of Careers available

I was down my Dads earlier and I was having look through the takeaway menus and I noticed a leaflet for a Car Show this weekend in the Gateshead Area.

The Event will be held down at Team Valley at the Gateshead Skills Academy on Saturday 13th June (10am to 4pm) and is Free to Attend.

The following will be there:

  • Hosted by - Metro Radios Steve & Karen
  • Show up & Shine - Prizes for the best cars
  • F1 Car Simulator - Set the fastest lap in a full size F1 Car.
  • Rolling Road - Full power torque readout and decibel check - £20
  • Live Painting - Interactive Car Painting Sessions
  • Course Specialists - Will be on hand to talk about various Motor Vehicle Courses and Apprenticeships on offer, and types of Careers available

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