Gordon Hodgson Man & Machine as one .
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- Two words that struck a cord with any Lineside enthusiast are "Gordon's Driving " as you knew that you would be in for something special from whatever loco he would be driving that day as Gordon was renowned for having the regulator up in the roof of the loco cab . Gordon started work at Carlisle Canal shed in the early 1960s, later moving on to Kingmoor steam shed. Following retirement from E.W.S. the railway soon beckoned him to return - to West Coast Railway Company, from which he has now finally retired after well over 50 years of railway service, his final driving turn being the York-Carlisle 'Hadrian' on July 2nd.This video shows plenty of footage of Gordon at his best driving various loco's over Shap, the Settle & Carlisle and Beattock .One clip that I thought summed Gordon up was his effort to nurse a poorly 45231 into the loop at Shap summit after the engine suffered mechanical failure shortly after Tebay .
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Both my father and grandfather worked for the railroad in Minnesota during the steam era. I love all of it.
What an awesome sound & sight to see. Thanks very much for posting.
Wonderful. A fitting celebration of a man who spent his life making the world a HAPPIER and more beautiful place. Shame there aren't a few more like him.
That was a beautiful thing to watch. Thank you!
Steve, a fitting tribute to a special man. Spoke to him at Kirkby Stephen last wk end (11/08/18) He was there to photograph 45690, I got the chance to say thanks for all the enjoyment he's provided over the years, his only comment ,He'd had equally as much fun doing it. Thanks again
He had a good day out that day (I was with him). We unfortunately missed 60009 at Ais Gill by a few seconds though.
Thanks Paul , glad Gordon is out and about still watching the steam that he loved so much . Steve
There's another two words that strike a chord - Steve Thompson! That was brilliant, Steve, and a wonderful compliment to a great man.
Thanks Alan , met him a few times and he is a real Gent . Steve
Correct - he has a sense of humour as well!!
Yes he does!
Fitting tribute to a great railwayman. Superb stuff Steve.
Thanks Austin , he knew his stuff and he is a true Gent .
A superb and highly appropriate tribute, thanks Steve. Riveting footage from start to finish, with a perfect, very poignant, still at the end. Kind regards, Bob.
Thanks Bob , I’ve done a longer version that I will send to Gordon for his pleasure.
wonderful set of video clips, in all kinds of weather, different settings, and diverse locomotives ~ thank you for posting these
Thanks Richard, many a happy hour in all weathers waiting for the steam but once I knew Gordon was driving I knew it would be fireworks .
Fantastic footage of several locos that Gordon Hodgson drove, and some brilliant locations. The double headed black 5s in the snow on the S&C I think could be the trip I had on 44871 with Gordon on the regulator in January 2013 , a memorable trip. Thanks Steve for showing us your superb film, regards Stuart.
Thanks Stuart , the two fives was indeed the one you were on as I remember seeing your camera hanging out of 44871 .
Brilliant set of vid work . Enjoyed it lots , especially the snow scenes. Otherwise BRILLIANT. Keep up the good work Buddy
WOW, a cracking tribute to Gordon, Steve, and always in the right location to catch a master at work, what more can I say Brilliant.
Thanks Nige , always loved it when Gordon was in the seat as it was hellfire most times .
A super steam loco video compilation and a great tribute to a great driver and thoroughly decent man Stephen.
Regards - Allan.
Thanks Allan , had a beer in Crewe with him years back and his stories were a joy to listen to .
A superb compilation Steve, show casing the talent that is Gordon Hodgson...amazing talent and he certainly stands out for his driving skills....He's be sadly missed...Bob
Thanks Bob , always got a great display from whatever he was driving and like you say sadly missed now he's retired . Regards Steve
Very, very enjoyable Steve and a fitting reminder of Gordon's skills at the regulator of so many different locomotives - he really could make them fly...... Cheers, Alan
Thanks Alan , the skill he took onto any loco footplate were amazing plus he had time to chat with anyone .
By this is great. Thank you.
Wonderful footage, thank you for sharing.
Thanks for the very kind comment and it’s much appreciated. Steve
What a tribute, Steve! Absolutely superb.
Thanks Bob , pleased you enjoyed the skill that Gordon showed us .
You can practically smell the coal burning and feel the heat as they thunder past. Super compilation. Well done.
Thanks Nicholas , thought it only fitting to show Gordon just what I was seeing from the lineside while he did his magic.
Absolutely superb. This is a feast for ears,and,eyes! This little beauty is singing with ter guuidance of a steam train "GREAT"
Thanks Allison , his skills on the footplate now he has retired are very much missed . Regards Steve
Great video 👍
Superb video, a fitting tribute to ‘Gordon’!
Thanks Ron , the day I was at Shap summit for 46115 was spine tingling as you could her the Scot for ages before it appeared !!
This guy knew his stuff, he made these engines come alive. This is a real tribute to him. ,Well done Steve 😁
Thanks Anthony , you certainly new when he was on the regulator that's fr sure . Steve
This is an excellent video! I'll make sure he sees this. :)
Thanks Douglas , glad you are giving him the chance to watch it as he gave me many a happy hour watching him hard at work .
Great collection of shots Steven, thank you for all your hard work shooting and editing. Sounds are magnificent (I have twin stereo speakers with Bass Box amp)
Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment as it’s much appreciated. Steve
What an excellent compilation. Caught one or two good slips and even one just up the road from me at Dalton in Furness ( Ossick Road Bridge)
Thanks John , right place sometimes and I do like the angle from the bridge in Dalton .
Great set of clips, Steve, a fitting tribute. Keith
Thanks Keith , pleased you liked the tribute . Steve
Fantastic montage, Stephen. I hope Gordon has a long, happy and well earned rest.
So do I. But he wishes he was still driving.
Thanks Ross , like Douglas mentioned he wishes he was still driving as do I .
I've show it to him now and he said it was very good! :)
Thanks Douglas , I’ve actually done a longer version for his pleasure as some time ago a mate had Gordon staring on his dvd so kindly he gave me his address. Will send it on ASAP for his pleasure as the one I uploaded was the short version 👍
Met Gordon in the 60;s. We were in awe of him then.
fantastic viewing. thank you
Thanks Keith, very sorry for the late response ☹️
as always superb Steve,
Thanks John , much appreciated as ever .
Absolutely wonderful. Excellent.
Thanks Norbert , glad you enjoyed the action from the legend Gordon .
Great videography
Thanks James, pleased you enjoyed it 👍
Magical.
Well the one starting the show he was out there in the hammer lain hammering down 👍👍
Outstanding!
Thanks Geoff , thought Gordon would like a video showing some of his fine days in the drivers seat.
Wonderful information in your comments. Fantastic.
Thanks Allison , I try to be informative as possible . Steve
Great job Steve :)
Thanks Simon , much appreciated as ever . Steve
Gordon was a master of his trade and all round good guy, hope he's enjoying his retirement.Thanks Steve for the memories.
He still wishes he was at the regulator. :)
Thanks Anthony , he was a master on the footplate and a true Gent .
Great videos, very clear and excellent sound quality. Great work from the footplate, how many firemen did they need 2, 3? :)
Top man, top vid
Nice
Excellent
Thanks for the kind comment as it’s much appreciated.
Hugely enjoyable, and I've very glad you included the poorly 45231 in the compilation. I wonder what Gordon does with his time now?
Thanks for the kind comment and Gordon goes out with his Grandson to see the steam tours in and around Carlisle. Steve
Seria o maximo uma viagem neste trem a vapor muito massa!
Great set of clips Tommo! And hardly a diesel in sight.
Thanks for the kind comment and yes nearly diesel free !
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What was the nature of the mechanical failure of 45231 exactly? It sounded like it was only working on 1 cylinder.
Is that a 3 cylinder locomotive? I have never heard a rhythm from the stack like that before
Most of the locos are three cylinder machines yes . Thanks for the kind comment. Steve
That Black 5 at 4:10 sounded TERRIBLE!!!! Great video though... that's a man who knows how to handle a loco!!! :D
Thanks Al , yes indeed as the 5 suffered a major problem on the fireman’s side after Tebay but with no loop to stop in he had to nurse the 5 up Shap into the quarry loop .
The person who made the dislike needs hunting down.
Did anyone notice the young blonde girl with the pony tail on the footplate of 45960 ?
Anyone know who she is ?
Yes and the lady in question is called Joanne Crompton and fired on Leander 👍
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Thanks Martine , pleased you liked the action .
Yes very, it may be hard to climb this ramp with the train. It's so intersting my husband. these video are so beautiful to see and it's like a dream and memories .
Fabulous, so much to like e.g. double header in the snow, Scotsman slipping in heavy rain etc etc
Martine - if you have a link to some of those fabulous Chapelon locomotives that would be much appreciated.
I wish they would abolish èlectrics so not needed the stupid cañtenary spoils all the shots yuk for electrics
And tin cans.
A lot of these shots....look at the amount of unburnt carbons going up the stack. Do the firemen know how to fire this class of locomotive? In the days of the steam railway they would be in big trouble with their drivers! White smoke ok, but black....big trouble.
My thoughts too.
Polish coal maybe the reason for the excess smoke.