BB Troll and Swans

The tug "BB Troll" arrived on the Clyde today and was scheduled to be the second tug on the move of the aircraft carrier section.

She was originally the "Stirling Iona" and built here on the Clyde at Ferguson's Shipbuilders.

The section was to move down the Clyde from Govan this morning but was cancelled late last night due to concerns with the weather.

When the move does take place the section will go to Rosyth.

We are waiting to here when the move will be rescheduled,

BB Troll - Eskine Bridge

 BB Troll - Eskine Bridge

 Swan at Erskine Ferry Lodge

 Meet the Family

 BB Troll - Eskine Bridge

BB Troll - Glasgow Bound

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West Highland Railway Line - Tour Train

Knowing it would be dark before this steam tour arrived in my own neck of the woods, headed North.

Most of the images are in Crianlarich station when the locomotives stopped for about an hour to take water before continuing on their journey.

Didn't count the carriages but it was a long train and a class 47 diesel took up the rear.

As always we hope for better light but the day was fairly dismal ending in rain before it arrived at Arrochar en-route to her destination.

Heading to Crianlarich Station
 

44871 - Crianlarich Station
 

 44871 in Crianlarich Station

 45407 at Crianlarich Station

Crianlarich Station
 

 44871 in Crianlarich Station

 44871 and 45407 Taking Water at Crianlarich Station

44871 and 45407 Taking Water at Crianlarich Station

Arrochar and Tarbet Station

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Stirlingshire Views

Chasing steam trains today on the West Highland Line.

Not the best light and getting in to winter temperatures, but wanted to capture some images while in the area.

I can only say that among all the beautiful countries in the world, Scotland is right up there with our wonderful hills and scenery.

 Looking down from the A82 Road

 Stirlingshire Scenery

 Stirlingshire Scenery
 

  Stirlingshire Moors

 Stirlingshire Scenery
 

Near Tyndrum

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Greenock - Loch Thom Sunset

Light wasn't as spectacular tonight but decided to give it a try.

Drove around looking for something a little different and endd up in the Loch Thom area.

By this time the sun was well gone, but a few efforts are here.

 Setting Sun - Loch Thom

Setting Sun - Loch Thom

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PS Waverley On Her Final Cruise of 2012 Season

The paddle steamer 'PS Waverley' returned to the Clyde late on Saturday night after experiencing bad weather down South.

As today was her last cruise of the season she was very busy and the weather was kind to those that chose to sail.

I met her at Greenock as she arrived in the early - (but dark) - evening.

Her are some images before she departed to head to Glasgow for the winter.

PS Waverley On Her Final Cruise of this Season Approaching Custom House Quay

PS Waverley - Custom House Quay
 

 PS Waverley On Her Final Cruise of this Season

 PS Waverley On Her Final Cruise - Custom House Quay

 PS Waverley On Her Final Cruise of this Season - Custom House Quay

 PS Waverley On Her Final Cruise of this Season - Custom House Quay

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Sunset at Custom House Quay in Greenock

Taking advantage of a little free time while awaiting the arrival of the PS Waverley.

Light was nice so here are a few images to enjoy from that tranquil evening.

 'Spirit of Fairbridge' as Sun Sets

Custom House Quay Sunset

 Custom House Quay in the Evening

 Autumn Evening at Greenock Custom House Quay

 Sunset from Custom House Quay

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Yasa Unsal Sunar - Bulk Carrier

Here are a few images of the 'Yasa Unsal Sunar' as she headed out to sea.

She is seen here passing Port Glasgow on a nice autumn afternoon.
 

Yasa Unsal Sunar and tug Ayton Cross
 

 Yasa Unsal Sunar

 Yasa Unsal Sunar

 Yasa Unsal Sunar

 Yasa Unsal Sunar and tug Anglegarth

Yasa Unsal Sunar

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Greenock and District Model Railway Club

 The Greenock and District Model Railway Club held their annual show a little earlier this year.

They also changed the venue from the Town Hall of previous years, to the Lyle Kirk in Union Street.

Personally I preferred the new location - all felt a bit more intimate and friendly - with the layouts seeming a bit closer.

I'm sure a lot of work goes on behind the scenes to ensure that the event is such a success.

I'm sure that the many visitors had an enjoyable time, went away with good memories, and no doubt now looking forward to next year.

Welcome

Billboard on 'Craiglang' Layout

'Isa' is at the Queue Front

Kids Adore 'Thomas the Tank' Layout

The 'Ayr' Team with their Layout

 The 'Ayr' Team with their Layout

 Model Exhibits

Calum at the Stand 3 Layout

Mike Converses with a Visitor

 War Games Layout

The Craiglang Layout

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