I do not know what rallies you went to in 1960.
My experience in the 50s and early 60s was of continuing kindness. Those who I can thank for letting me sit on their engines include Jack Wharton, Wallace Blackwell Ernie Liversedge, John Crawley, Bill Coates ,George Woodland, Arthur Napper Irene and Bill Sparrow and many more.
Special thanks must go to Bill Tame who first let me steer his Wallis single ( Sylvia, now known as Fair Rosamond) and then the next year taught me to 'drive" her while holding my hands in his.
I learnt a really important lesson from one of the Fearnley family. He noticed me virtually climbing under his waggon ( I was wondering why a waggon listed as a Standard had two chains) while it was in steam, Gave me a good slap on the ass and after explaining the waggon's history took me for a brief ride at a Woburn rally.
I owe great and ongoing thanks to all of those named and many more who encouraged me.
Regards to all David Powell.
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11th July 2018, 04:39 AM
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