Carlisle – Fr Paul Harrison' Blog.

P1480979 — Steam train at Carlisle station.

Today I went to Preston on official business ( for a change!). I edit our Diocesan year book and today I had arranged a short meeting with the printer. It was to discuss so “cosmetic” changes to some parts of the directory.

I had decided to by train and duly booked my tickets in advance. However, there was a rail strike on Northern Rail, so I had to drive by car to Carlisle. My intention was to park in the grounds of Our Lady& St Joseph’s and walk to the station, however the car park was full. Whilst in Preston I met my brother Edmund in Brucciani’s cafe and had a good chat.

There was a pleasant end to the trip. When I got to Carlisle, the Dalesman steam train was in the station

Today I began a short break. I have a senior railcard and I make full use of it. Today I began with a journey from Workington to Crewe. I began with the 13.56 Northern service from Workington to Carlisle. This was part of new improved Sunday service for the Cumbia Coast Line. This train had run from Barrow in Furness. I believe its the first Sunday service since 1976,

IMGP3449 — This is a Class 156 unit which took me to Carlisle

On arrival in Carlisle I had a short wait for the 15.05 service to Crewe. This train was actually very quiet – until Preston. For £15 I was able to upgrade my standard class ticket to First Class. I was the only one in my first class coach until Preston!

IMGP3450 — A pendolino waiting in Carlisle station – not my train though.

Category: Carlisle

Preston and steam train

Pentecost break – Day 1 Workington to Crewe