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Aligning the Monobloc

2 Sep 2026 Wednesday

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Manufactured by Howco Ltd of Ayrshire, Scotland, the complex monobloc incorporates refinements to Sir Nigel Gresley’s original design by the Trust’s former Engineering Director, David...

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Progress on the P2 ADA

2 Sep 2026 Wednesday

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The latest parts for the P2’s axle-driven alternator (ADA) clutch have now arrived, marking another important step towards upgrading the system. The new clutch has been supplied as a complete unit with...

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Valve Gear Update

2 Sep 2026 Wednesday

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The 3D-printed components are proving invaluable in developing and refining the P2’s valve gear, allowing the...

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Fundraising passes the...

22 October 2019

Prince of Wales, Our Latest News

The A1 Steam Locomotive Trust has announced that it has received pledges for more than two-thirds of the £5m required to complete new Gresley class P2 No. 2007 Prince of Wales. The Trust also...

An audience with Prince of...

16 October 2019

Prince of Wales, Our Latest News

Update on the project to build Gresley class P2 No. 2007 Prince of Wales - Britain’s most powerful steam locomotive We are holding a series of roadshows across Great Britain in 2019, with the...

Steve Davies MBE joins A1 Trust...

16 October 2019

Prince of Wales, Our Latest News

Steve Davies, MBE, joins board of Trustees of the A1 Steam Locomotive Trust. The A1 Steam Locomotive Trust is delighted to announce that Steve Davies MBE has been appointed to its Board of...

September 2019

27 September 2019

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Late September update

26 September 2019

Prince of Wales, Our Latest News

One of the air pumps test fitted - a tight squeeze! - Leigh Taylor Ian Matthews rivets a balance weight in place - Leigh Taylor Cylinder steam chest cover patterns - Leigh Taylor

Early September update

05 September 2019

Prince of Wales, Our Latest News

As ever, a lot of small jobs need to be done to keep the larger work online so here a few photos by Daniela Filová of work in progress at Darlington Locomotive Works: Terry Graham and James...

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