History
Information from the archives
An article from the Railway Magazine article January 1950 Information on EP Brake instructions for 4DD units Nos 4001 and 4002
An article from the Railway Magazine article January 1950 Information on EP Brake instructions for 4DD units Nos 4001 and 4002
Keith Revell and his son Michael visited Sellindge on 29 November with their pre-production model of the 4DD. Here they are holding their model (somewhat dwarfed by the original driving cab of 4002 in the background) with members of the restoration committee.
On 22 October 2023, our artist friend Mike Knapp visited Sellindge to take some photographs of S13004 to prepare to paint its portrait. The light was especially good that afternoon so we hope for a great painting. Attached are Mike’s photos.
Dear 4DD Supporters The group’s committee held a meeting at the East Kent Railway Trust at Shepherdswell on 1 October and we felt that we should update you on our activities. I hope that this note summarises our recent activity for you information. Main points of discussion were: Note that Read more…
Photos of completed painting of side of S13004 (with a photo of the same side in May when it arrived on site).
Today’s work . Thanks to Tim and Paul for today. Tim and Paul put the first coat of Brunswick Green on the front of the DD. The sun was moving round fast and they got the top and middle done just in time. I followed on with the preparation work Read more…
Cleaning out one compartment, rust treatment on the driver’s cab, painting one of the rear bogies.