Thank you for this I went to Prestatyn specifically meliden every year and I have family who live there and its nice to know history around that location
I was on "The Welshman" DMU in 1969, I have cherished memories of the lovely trip. After the line closed "The Flint and Deeside Railway Society" tried to save the line but British Rail were difficult to do a deal with and wanted too much money for it, The F&DRS then moved on to Llangollen to become "The Llangollen Railway Society" and saved that line instead.
Well done. I used to walk this many times when the track was still down. I loved sneaking into the sheds, and station in Dyserth to see what was inside.
Very interesting and informative video Andy. As a heritage railwayman I'd just like to add a comment in respect of the steam locomotives working the trains facing uphill, so that the level of water in the firebox could be more easily managed. This was/is true, but they also worked them from the rear, i.e. freight trains were pushed up the gradient to Dyserth by the locomotives, and a guard rode in the brake van at what became the front of the train keeping watch for obstructions, signals, and trespassers. He also operated the crossing gates working in the Dyserth direction. The reason for having the locomotive at the rear was that there were no "run round" facilities at Dyserth, i.e. the locomotive would be trapped behind its own train on arrival because there was no run round loop to release it from that end of the train. This practice continued even when the motive power changed to diesel, as the same issue would arise no matter what the motive power was. I wish I'd seen your video before I walked the line for the first time last week, it would have made for a more informative day! Keep up the good work.
Hiya mate episode 2 will be on the talargoch lead mine, working with a local historian for that one, glad you enjoyed the video, and hope your well mate
Truly a brilliant video Andy. It went quick, which was testament to your hard work and good planning. I do enjoy a good railway. I still use public transport and so appreciated the story. Well done mate. Mark
So if i cycle through presthaven past the golf club and along the beach, come off at nova swiming baths and then cycle to dyseth, ware is it good to go to after dyseth? Are there any more cool cycling routes that leed out further? I want to keep going forever lol.
Really good video mate you put a lot of work into that.. Has to be the best video you have done. I think this is the way forward for you matey.. you remind me of Johnny kingdom.
Thank you for this I went to Prestatyn specifically meliden every year and I have family who live there and its nice to know history around that location
Thank you for watching and your comment, I'm glad you enjoyed this little video. Atb Andy
Loved the video, it's a nice walk if you carry on to the Marian mill section, Even though no track was ever laid it's easy to follow the old line.
Yes that section features on my next video, thank you for watching and your comment Atb Andy
Enjoyed this thank you!
Thanks for your comment and watching Atb Andy
I was on "The Welshman" DMU in 1969, I have cherished memories of the lovely trip. After the line closed "The Flint and Deeside Railway Society" tried to save the line but British Rail were difficult to do a deal with and wanted too much money for it, The F&DRS then moved on to Llangollen to become "The Llangollen Railway Society" and saved that line instead.
Thank you for your comment and watching, glad it brought you back some memories. Atb Andy
@@andyoutdoors4350 You're welcome and thank you for your enjoyable video Andy.
Well done. I used to walk this many times when the track was still down. I loved sneaking into the sheds, and station in Dyserth to see what was inside.
Great video. Very interesting and poignant.
Fantastic piece of history, Andy, nicely done!
Thank you for your comment Atb Andy
Very interesting and informative video Andy. As a heritage railwayman I'd just like to add a comment in respect of the steam locomotives working the trains facing uphill, so that the level of water in the firebox could be more easily managed. This was/is true, but they also worked them from the rear, i.e. freight trains were pushed up the gradient to Dyserth by the locomotives, and a guard rode in the brake van at what became the front of the train keeping watch for obstructions, signals, and trespassers. He also operated the crossing gates working in the Dyserth direction. The reason for having the locomotive at the rear was that there were no "run round" facilities at Dyserth, i.e. the locomotive would be trapped behind its own train on arrival because there was no run round loop to release it from that end of the train. This practice continued even when the motive power changed to diesel, as the same issue would arise no matter what the motive power was. I wish I'd seen your video before I walked the line for the first time last week, it would have made for a more informative day! Keep up the good work.
Well presented, we are loosing our history which is a bit of a shame, we always need to be reminded why things are the way they are now. ATB
Excellent film, can't wait for part two. Hope you are keeping well buddy, stay safe 👍
Hiya mate episode 2 will be on the talargoch lead mine, working with a local historian for that one, glad you enjoyed the video, and hope your well mate
Wow this series is so good, the camera quality and just how interesting it is keep up the good work
Thank you very much, I'm glad you enjoyed watching Atb Andy
Very informative, great presentation.
Thank you for your comment Atb Andy
Truly a brilliant video Andy. It went quick, which was testament to your hard work and good planning. I do enjoy a good railway. I still use public transport and so appreciated the story. Well done mate. Mark
Many thanks!
@@andyoutdoors4350 That's OK.
So if i cycle through presthaven past the golf club and along the beach, come off at nova swiming baths and then cycle to dyseth, ware is it good to go to after dyseth? Are there any more cool cycling routes that leed out further?
I want to keep going forever lol.
Its very hilly after Dyserth.
Holywell Junction to Holywell Town would be good..does have a cycle path on three quarters of it.
Thank you I may consider this for one of the episodes Atb Andy
Really good video mate you put a lot of work into that.. Has to be the best video you have done. I think this is the way forward for you matey.. you remind me of Johnny kingdom.
Thank you, well a few people have said that I should do this type of video, yes I remember Jonny kingdom Atb Andy
Learnt a lot from that x
Fantastic, one of favour dog walk. Obviously harder work dyserth bound lol oxygen required
the train station looks better then than it dose now lol