![Damien's Trains and Travels](/img/default-banner.jpg)
- 1 389
- 2 456 063
Damien's Trains and Travels
United Kingdom
Приєднався 9 сер 2010
I'm Damien, now the channel has been renamed Damien’s Trains and Travels, welcome to my channel.
My early videos mainly consist of college work. I went to Tresham College in Kettering (September 2009 - June 2010) BTEC First Diploma in Media and then I did BTEC National Diploma in Media at the same College (September 2010 - June 2012). After Tresham I did a HND in Digital Film Making/Media (September 2012 - May 2014). More recently now I don't have assignment briefs to follow from Courses, I have made my videos more about my passion, model railways, preserved railways, collectables etc. and reviewing them.
I'm a huge Railway enthusiast and love hearing feedback, tips and advice etc, we learn something new everyday as they say. Been running this channel since 9th August 2010, and am now a UA-camholic!
My early videos mainly consist of college work. I went to Tresham College in Kettering (September 2009 - June 2010) BTEC First Diploma in Media and then I did BTEC National Diploma in Media at the same College (September 2010 - June 2012). After Tresham I did a HND in Digital Film Making/Media (September 2012 - May 2014). More recently now I don't have assignment briefs to follow from Courses, I have made my videos more about my passion, model railways, preserved railways, collectables etc. and reviewing them.
I'm a huge Railway enthusiast and love hearing feedback, tips and advice etc, we learn something new everyday as they say. Been running this channel since 9th August 2010, and am now a UA-camholic!
Queen’s Pier Train Ride, Ramsey, Isle of Man, Plus Visit to Port Erin & Peel, 1st September 2024
Queen's Pier, Ramsey is 2,241 feet (683 metres) long[2] and was built for the Isle of Man Harbour Board for the sum of £40,752 (about £4.3 million in today's terms) by Head Wrightson of Stockton-on-Tees, England. The designer was Sir John Coode, who later became president of the Institution of Civil Engineers. Construction work began in 1882 and the pier was officially opened on 22 July 1886 by Rowley Hill, Bishop of Sodor and Man, though it had already been in use for about one year whilst being finished. The pier was originally intended as a landing stage to allow Steam Packet ships to pick up or discharge passengers when the tide was low. At low water spring tides one could expect about 16 ft (5 m) at the pier head, enough for ships of about 250 ft (75 m) in length to pick up their passengers.
Restoration
In 2015 the Ramsey Queen's Pier Restoration Trust (QPRT) started work with the Isle of Man Government to lease the pier. The harbour director had confirmed that a three-year lease was being drawn up to offer the pier at a peppercorn rent to the trust, who were beginning to raise funds to restore the first 50 m section. In March 2016, campaigners, who had been negotiating with the Manx government for a licence to access to the pier to carry out a survey of the structure, announced that they hoped to have the keys to the long-closed pier within two weeks. An initial three-year licence would enable a formally constituted trust to complete repairs to the first three bays, which would provide a better understanding of what the whole project would entail. On completion of this phase, it was intended that a 99-year lease would be granted to allow the remainder of the pier to be finished and brought back into public use. Local people were being urged to join the project group to help bring about the restoration. Ways of raising the cash needed for the restoration work were being explored, and a number of fund-raising events were being targeted. In May 2016, the gates of the 130-year-old Victorian pier were officially unlocked for the first time in 25 years when the government handed over the keys to the QPRT. It was estimated that full restoration could cost around £1.5 million. The pier would, however, remain closed to the general public. A QPRT spokesman said the next stage of their campaign would see a survey undertaken before a £60,000 project got underway to restore the first of 55 bays. In July 2017, the QPRT announced that work on the pier could begin after they signed a five-year lease with the Manx government. They plan to get the tramway up and running as soon as the pier refurbishment is completed.
The first three restored sections of the Queens Pier were reopened in July 2021. It was the result of four years' work by 20 QPRT volunteers, who hope to go on an restore bays four to eight-of 60 in total-in Phase two of the restoration. As part of the celebration, the tramway's original Hibberd locomotive and bogie carriage were loaned back to the pier by the Jurby Transport Museum. In October 2021, the Trust received a £50,000 lottery grant from the Dormant Assets Fund, which will enable the restoration to begin.
Restoration
In 2015 the Ramsey Queen's Pier Restoration Trust (QPRT) started work with the Isle of Man Government to lease the pier. The harbour director had confirmed that a three-year lease was being drawn up to offer the pier at a peppercorn rent to the trust, who were beginning to raise funds to restore the first 50 m section. In March 2016, campaigners, who had been negotiating with the Manx government for a licence to access to the pier to carry out a survey of the structure, announced that they hoped to have the keys to the long-closed pier within two weeks. An initial three-year licence would enable a formally constituted trust to complete repairs to the first three bays, which would provide a better understanding of what the whole project would entail. On completion of this phase, it was intended that a 99-year lease would be granted to allow the remainder of the pier to be finished and brought back into public use. Local people were being urged to join the project group to help bring about the restoration. Ways of raising the cash needed for the restoration work were being explored, and a number of fund-raising events were being targeted. In May 2016, the gates of the 130-year-old Victorian pier were officially unlocked for the first time in 25 years when the government handed over the keys to the QPRT. It was estimated that full restoration could cost around £1.5 million. The pier would, however, remain closed to the general public. A QPRT spokesman said the next stage of their campaign would see a survey undertaken before a £60,000 project got underway to restore the first of 55 bays. In July 2017, the QPRT announced that work on the pier could begin after they signed a five-year lease with the Manx government. They plan to get the tramway up and running as soon as the pier refurbishment is completed.
The first three restored sections of the Queens Pier were reopened in July 2021. It was the result of four years' work by 20 QPRT volunteers, who hope to go on an restore bays four to eight-of 60 in total-in Phase two of the restoration. As part of the celebration, the tramway's original Hibberd locomotive and bogie carriage were loaned back to the pier by the Jurby Transport Museum. In October 2021, the Trust received a £50,000 lottery grant from the Dormant Assets Fund, which will enable the restoration to begin.
Переглядів: 96
Відео
Manx Electric Railway & Snaefell Mountain Railway, Ride to The Summit, Isle of Man, 28th August 2024
Переглядів 11414 годин тому
Had an enjoyable day on the Manx Electric Railway, it was very windy not much could do about the sound in some parts of the video, but had a great day out. It was very windy not just on the summuit so there may be wind interference in a few scenes, not a lot I could do. Also went to Douglas Bay Horse Tramway as you may have seen in another video I uploaded the other day? If not here is the link...
The Great Laxey Mine Railway, Isle of Man, 31st August 2024
Переглядів 9516 годин тому
The Great Laxey Mine was an extensive system of mine shafts and tunnels, which descended to a depth of 2,200 feet underground. The uppermost level of mine workings, known as the adit, was a series of tunnels extending to a mile and a half, which entered the hillside at ground level, and connected the heads of all the working mine shafts. Within this adit level a railway was provided from 1823, ...
The Great Laxey Wheel and Mine, Isle of Man, 31st August 2024
Переглядів 5416 годин тому
The Great Laxey Wheel is the Isle of Man's most iconic landmark and the largest working water wheel in the world. At 72 feet 6 inches in diameter, this extraordinary feat of Victorian engineering has brought tourists flocking to the picturesque village of Laxey for almost 170 years. During your visit, see this magnificent wheel turning and take the spiral stairs to the top to enjoy panoramic vi...
Trams at Ramsey, Manx Electric Railway, Ballaglass Glen and Dhoon Valley Waterfall, 30th August 2024
Переглядів 6416 годин тому
More from my holiday to the Isle of Man.
Isle of Man Steam Railway, 29th August 2024
Переглядів 10119 годин тому
The Isle of Man Steam Railway takes you on a journey of nostalgia as it gently rocks through the countryside in the south of the Isle of Man. Along the journey there are beautiful farmland and coastal views surrounding the railway. The line offers fantastic links to some of our most historic towns and villages. At the Port Erin Railway Museum you can learn more about the history of the Islands ...
Vintage Corgi Last of the Summer Wine Land Rover and Triumph Herald Convertible 2002 Models Review
Переглядів 7619 годин тому
A review on two Corgi Models. Corgi Toys CC07403 "Last of the Summer Wine" Wesley Pegden's Land Rover. Mint model complete with Compo figure. Box is mint. Year of Manufacture:2002 Country of Manufacture:United Kingdom SKU: CTV7403 Corgi Last of The Summer Triumph Herald & Edie Pegden CC01601 Scale 1:43. The vehicle make is Triumph and the model represents a 1970 car. The toy car is suitable for...
McDonalds Happy Meal Snoopy Peanuts 12 Toys from 2000
Переглядів 8921 годину тому
A review on more toys at McDonalds that came out in 2000.
Douglas Bay Horse Tramway & Manx Electric Railway, Isle of Man, 28th August 2024
Переглядів 101День тому
The horse trams are an iconic part of the of the Isle of Man. Started in 1876 by Thomas Lightfoot to take advantage of the booming tourist trade, the 3ft gauge tramway is currently operated by Isle of Man Transport as part of their Heritage Railway offering. Many of the original fleet of cars are still in use today, and it is still a popular tourist attraction and tramway of important historic ...
The Isle of Man, Manx Grand Prix & Manx Electric Tramway at Ramsey, 26th August 2024
Переглядів 134День тому
The Manx Grand Prix motorcycle races are held on the Isle of Man TT Course (or 'Mountain Circuit') annually, usually at the end of August and early September. Traditionally the event has been staged over a two week period but this was reduced in 2022 to nine days. 2023 saw the 100th Anniversary of the event. The MGP or Manx (as it is more commonly known) is considered to be the amateur rider's ...
Review on Corgi CC82114 Mr Bean's Do it Yourself Mini 1:36 Diecast Model & CC82224 with Resin Figure
Переглядів 69День тому
A look at Corgi CC82114 Mr Bean's Do it Yourself Mini 1:36 Diecast Model & CC82224 car with Resin Figure. It's never easy to resist the January Sales, but when you're Mr Bean, you own a Mini, and you buy too much, improvising is always the key. While the interior may be stuffed with bargain purchases, the only solution available to Mr Bean is to modify the car to drive it home seated in a new a...
Review on Fawlty Towers Corgi Austin 1100 Estate Model Signed By John Cleese
Переглядів 112День тому
Corgi Austin 1100 Signed on The Original Memorabillia Company website, sadly now sold out. A limited number of Fawlty Towers cars individually signed in high density black ink by John Cleese Signed by the legendary John Cleese Official Fawlty Towers Corgi Car Certificate of Authenticity
West Midlands Safari Park, Stay at the Elephant Lodge, Samburu Lodge 22nd & 23rd August 2024
Переглядів 71День тому
West Midlands Safari Park is a safari park located in Bewdley in Worcestershire, England. It was opened under the name of West Midland Safari Park in Spring 1973. The park holds over 165 species of exotic animals and features other attractions such as a small theme park. The park contains the largest groups of white lions, cheetahs, hippopotamuses and meerkats in the UK, as well as the largest ...
Thomas the Tank Engine - Bachmann Salty Review & Run
Переглядів 22814 днів тому
My other review links below… • Hornby Thomas Review ua-cam.com/video/wMBLZW-xeeA/v-deo.html • Hornby Edward Review ua-cam.com/video/XiysIJvJl5c/v-deo.html • Hornby Henry Review ua-cam.com/video/XU7QPwDoUUk/v-deo.html • Hornby Gordon Review ua-cam.com/video/4Wxt1AUTA2A/v-deo.html • Hornby R9291 Gordon the Big Blue Engine Review ua-cam.com/video/A_Pvp4euLbM/v-deo.html • Bachmann/Hornby Toby and H...
Class 66 No. 66614 & 66073 Passing Wellingborough Railway Station at Night, 14th August 2024
Переглядів 7914 днів тому
Filmed a couple of freight trains whilst waiting for the Midland Pullman to arrive, as seen in the last video I uploaded. 6Z93 21:25 Elstow Redland Siding to Mountsorrel Sidings, running on time at 22:03. Hauled by Class 66 No. 66614 "Poppy 1916 - 2018". 6C33 20:17 Mountsorrel Sidings to Radlett Redland Roadstone. Running 1 minute early at 20:05. Being hauled by Class 66 No. 66073.
"Torbay Riviera Pullman" HST Power Cars No. 43049 & 43046 at Wellingborough Station 14th August 2024
Переглядів 21321 день тому
"Torbay Riviera Pullman" HST Power Cars No. 43049 & 43046 at Wellingborough Station 14th August 2024
Colas Test Train HST No. 43303, 43301 & Class 91117, Harrowden Junction, the Slips, 12th August 2024
Переглядів 27521 день тому
Colas Test Train HST No. 43303, 43301 & Class 91117, Harrowden Junction, the Slips, 12th August 2024
Class 37s No. 37608 "Andromeda" & 37901 "Mirrlees Pioneer" at Harrowden Junction, 6th August 2024
Переглядів 392Місяць тому
Class 37s No. 37608 "Andromeda" & 37901 "Mirrlees Pioneer" at Harrowden Junction, 6th August 2024
GBRf Class 69 No. 69009 “Western Consort” Class 360 Unit Drag at Harrowden Junction, 6th August 2024
Переглядів 202Місяць тому
GBRf Class 69 No. 69009 “Western Consort” Class 360 Unit Drag at Harrowden Junction, 6th August 2024
GBRf Class 66 No 66721 “Harry Beck” & Class 360104, Harrowden Junction, the Slips, 6th August 2024
Переглядів 252Місяць тому
GBRf Class 66 No 66721 “Harry Beck” & Class 360104, Harrowden Junction, the Slips, 6th August 2024
Class 810 No. 810004 Test Run & More EMR Trains, The Midland Main Line at Irchester, 24th July 2024
Переглядів 409Місяць тому
Class 810 No. 810004 Test Run & More EMR Trains, The Midland Main Line at Irchester, 24th July 2024
GBRf Class 69 No. 69009 ‘Western Consort’ at Finedon Road Industrial Estate, 17th July 2024
Переглядів 125Місяць тому
GBRf Class 69 No. 69009 ‘Western Consort’ at Finedon Road Industrial Estate, 17th July 2024
MML Freightliner Class 66 No. 66604 at Finedon Road Industrial Estate, 17th July 2024
Переглядів 130Місяць тому
MML Freightliner Class 66 No. 66604 at Finedon Road Industrial Estate, 17th July 2024
MML Class 66 No. 66161 with Toyota Car Train at Harrowden Junction, the Slips, 17th July 2024
Переглядів 84Місяць тому
MML Class 66 No. 66161 with Toyota Car Train at Harrowden Junction, the Slips, 17th July 2024
Hastings DEMU Thumper 1001 on "The Derby Researcher" Charter at Finedon Road Estate, 13th July 2024
Переглядів 332Місяць тому
Hastings DEMU Thumper 1001 on "The Derby Researcher" Charter at Finedon Road Estate, 13th July 2024
Cappagh Class 60 No. 60028 & GBRf Class 56 No. 56098 at Harrowden Juction, the Slips, 13th July 2024
Переглядів 117Місяць тому
Cappagh Class 60 No. 60028 & GBRf Class 56 No. 56098 at Harrowden Juction, the Slips, 13th July 2024
Hastings DEMU Thumper 1001 on "The Derby Researcher" Charter at Harrowden Junction, 13th July 2024
Переглядів 111Місяць тому
Hastings DEMU Thumper 1001 on "The Derby Researcher" Charter at Harrowden Junction, 13th July 2024
Class 43 HST Power Cars No. 43277 ‘Safety Task Force’ & 43272 at Harrowden Junction, 10th July 2024
Переглядів 132Місяць тому
Class 43 HST Power Cars No. 43277 ‘Safety Task Force’ & 43272 at Harrowden Junction, 10th July 2024
Colas Rail Class 43 HST Power Cars No. 43277 ‘Safety Task Force’ & 43272 at Irchester, 9th July 2024
Переглядів 117Місяць тому
Colas Rail Class 43 HST Power Cars No. 43277 ‘Safety Task Force’ & 43272 at Irchester, 9th July 2024
GBRf 66717 'Good Old Boy' & 66705 'Golden Jubilee' at Finedon Road Industrial Estate, 6th July 2024
Переглядів 1662 місяці тому
GBRf 66717 'Good Old Boy' & 66705 'Golden Jubilee' at Finedon Road Industrial Estate, 6th July 2024