60009 Union of South Africa

This was a strange occurrence, we are prepping the loco ready for a light engine trip later in the day and as we go about our tasks, actor and comedian Mark Williams is being filmed whilst making a TV programme about Sir Nigel Gresley. I said to him he should've come the previous day as it was sunny and warm. He has a genuine interest in railways and steam locomotives. 14/11/2003

No9 stands on No12 road on Bristol Barton Hill shed. It worked down engine and coach from Kidderminster the previous day and later it will haul a Bristol to Paddington and back tour. 15/11/2003

No9 has worked a tour from Bristol to Paddington and the train has been drawn back to Old Oak Common to be serviced. The depot still retains its working 70' electrically operated turntable and the loco goes for a spin. 15/11/2003