On Wednesday, my mam is at work, and she works not far from Pelton, where my grandad lived. So, for old times sake, I'm going to board the 08:52 #78 from Pelton Bridge, to Chester-le-Street, as a sort of tribute to the time I spent with him as a little boy. Then, maybe just a ride around wherever the spirit leads.
This Saturday, I've got an Explorer lined up. I'll likely head to Durham first, then the first 128 of the day up to Beamish, a few minutes later I'll get the 28 through to Newcastle, then Blyth, Ashington and back to visit both of Arriva's depots there, before possibly a run to Jesmond and back for some quick photos (some more vehicles may have arrived, unless I'm mistaken and they've arrived; Dan and I only saw a handful there the other day). Bit of an Arriva field day, to cater for the Arriva-loving enthusiasts.
As for next week, I'm still away from school, so on a weekday I plan to get an Explorer and have a ride of the A-Line 994, something I've never done before. May as well try it out. Then once at Heworth, I'll take a few photos, then maybe just head to Newcastle for a bit of Stagecoach and Metro riding (ie, a Metro to Kingston Park then an X47 back to Newcastle).
For other days, not so sure. Might pay a visit to Newcastle Central if I can fit it in.
