Stormy Weather - Clyde Coast

Well the forecast was correct and we've caught the tail end of Hurricane Katia.

Still, it's a good opportunity to get a few 'wet' shots, while keeping warm and dry myself.

 Gourock Promenade in the Stormy Weather

 Gourock Promenade in the Stormy Weather 

 What Did I Do With My Wellies?

 Gourock Promenade in the Stormy Weather

 Gourock Promenade in the Stormy Weather 

 Aora Fishing Vessel - Sheltering in James Watt Dock

 James Watt Dock - Marina on a Wet and Windy Day

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West Highland Railway Line - Wet and Windy

A trip up to Crianlarich this morning with expectations of seeing three steam locomotives.

Sadly as there were a few failures we only saw two, and the weather was like the first day of winter.

Very, very wet - and windy - just to drive it in to the cameras.

Persevered and managed a few images, and also carried on up to Tyndrum for a second bite at the cherry. Weather - if anything - got worse.

 44871 at Crianlarich and an 'antique' effect seemed right

 44871 at Crianlarich Awaiting 45407

 44871 Cab at Crianlarich

45407 - The Lancashire Fusilier at Tyndrum with Plenty Smoke and Steam

 45407 - The Lancashire Fusilier Approaches Crianlarich at Speed

45407 - The Lancashire Fusilier at Tyndrum

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Queen Elizabeth - First Trip to Greenock

The Cunard cruise liner Queen Elizabeth - on her maiden season - arrived at Greenock for the first time on a very dreich Scottish morning.

She was met by a busy Esplanade with many locals turning out to see and photograph her arrival.

The Svitzer tug Anglegarth greeted her with hoses spraying water - which added to the rain already there.

The Queen Elizabeth is the second largest Cunarder ever built - weighing in at 92,000-tonnes.

Awaiting the Queen Elizabeth in the Rain - Off Greenock Esplanade

Queen Elizabeth with Prinsendam in the Background - Off Greenock Esplanade

 Queen Elizabeth - Off Greenock Esplanade

 Thomas and Eddie Brave the Greenock Weather to Greet the Queen Elizabeth

 Queen Elizabeth - Off Greenock Esplanade

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Loch Katrine

A wee trip around the Scottish Trossachs today yielded a few images.

The pics tell the story.

 Sir Walter Scott Steamship - Loch Katrine

Sir Walter Scott Steamship - Loch Katrine

 Sir Walter Scott Steamship Captain

Sir Walter Scott Steamship - Loch Katrine

Loch Katrine - Steamship Pier

Sir Walter Scott Steamship - Loch Katrine

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James Watt Dock Activity

The 'Seaway Endeavour' - formerly the Serco owned 'Colonel Templer' was transferred from the Garvel Dry Dock to the James Watt Dock late this afternoon.

She was assisted with the two tugs 'Biter' and 'Beaver Bay'.

I expect that the CalMac ferry 'Hebridean Isles' will do a move tomorrow to the Garvel Dry Dock for her winter re-fit.

 Seaway Endeavour - James Watt Dock

 Hebridean Isles - James Watt Dock

 Beaver Bay - James Watt Dock

 Biter - James Watt Dock

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Night is Day - Collectormania Day Two

Images from our second day of promoting 'Night is Day' the movie at the Collectormania event at Braehead Arena.

Though less busy than yesterday we were still kept busy and pleased that Robert Maschino (The Todd) from the 'Scrubs' TV show joined us to show his support.

It was an enjoyable time and good to catch up with each other as we hadn't met up as a group for over a year when filming finished.

The movie is in 'post production' with music, sound and visual effects etc being added.

 Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - John Threatened by Fraser?

Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - 'Night is Day' Cast and Crew - 28 August 2011 

'Night is Day' Cast and Crew with Robert Maschino - The Todd - from 'Scrubs' - at Collectormania Glasgow 2011

Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - Tam and Nicki - Cast Members of 'Night is Day'

Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - 'Night is Day'' Cast Members

Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - The Knives Are Out

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Collectormania - Models

These two young models graced the event and were happy to chat and pose.

 Kyla Cole

 Holly McGuire

Kyla Cole and Holly McGuire

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Collectormania - Time to Dress Up

It's wonderful to see the time and effort that these folks put in to their costumes, and in some instances the discomfort they endure throughout the day.

It makes the event very entertaining and worthwhile.

 Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - Braehead

Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - Predator

Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - Ghost Buster

Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - Predator

 Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - Judging the Costumes

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Night is Day - Collectormania Day One

Images from our first day of promoting 'Night is Day' the movie at the Collectormania event at Braehead Arena.

Quite busy and good to see some old fans, make, and collect a few more throughout the day.

It was an enjoyable time and good to catch up with each other as we hadn't met up as a group for over a year when filming finished.

Simon Weir, Colin McCredie, Mark Harvey, and Fraser gave an organised talk in the afternoon and were well received.

 Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - Sean - Our Youngest and Most Ardent Fan

 Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - Nicki and Bethany 

 Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - Simon Weir, Colin McCredie, Mark Harvey, and Fraser Coull

 Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - Simon Weir and Colin McCredie Promoting 'Night is Day

Collectormania Glasgow 2011 - Beaming Cast and Crew of 'Night is Day'

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HMS Dragon - Leaves the Clyde

HMS Dragon left the River Clyde this morning having been built here, and completed all her sea trials successfully.

She is now heading South to Portsmouth.

HMS Dragon Passing Erskine

 HMS Dragon Passing Erskine

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Ocean Princess - Greenock Arrival

The cruise ship - Ocean Princess - arrived at Greenock this morning as part of her cruise schedule. 

Cruise Ship - Ocean Princess - Arriving at Greenock 

 Cruise Ship - Ocean Princess - Arriving at Greenock

 Cruise Ship - Ocean Princess - Arriving at Greenock

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