Lynton & Barnstaple 3 End Observation Saloon (parts only) built 1897

Lynton & Barnstaple 3 End Observation Saloon (parts only) built 1897

Lynton & Barnstaple 3 End Observation Saloon (parts only) built 1897
Lynton & Barnstaple 3 End Observation Saloon (parts only) built 1897

 

Present Location Colchester
County Location Essex
Designed For Lynton & Barnstaple
Built by Bristol Wagon and Carriage
Type SAL
First Number 3
Later Numbers SR 2473
Present Number None
Gauge 1ft 11 1/2in
Wheel Arrangement Body only
Additional Notes Only a few parts of this vehicle remain at Great Yeldham. Essex Support Group intend to use in the restoration of another L&BR vehicle. Now located at private site near Colchester where restoration continues.
Owner Lynton & Barnstaple Railway
External Structural Condition Poor and Incomplete
Internal Structural Condition Not Applicable
Underframe Condition Not Applicable
External Finish Not Applicable
Internal Finish Not Applicable
Degree of External Originality As built/last Passenger rebuild (BR or before)
Degree of Internal Originality Not Applicable
Degree of Underframe/Running Gear Originality Not Applicable
Degree of Internal Authenticity Not Applicable
Degree of Underframe Authenticity Not Applicable
Rarity Few
Historical Importance Some Interest
Storage Secure Building
Operating No
Survey Date 29/08/2009
Surveyor Kevin Stroud
Photo Date 29/08/2009
Photo by Kevin Stroud
At Risk No
Date Record Last Updated 20/07/2024


 

 














 

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