I also managed to capture the freight train, after having missed it last time.
#swanagerailway #norden #corfecastle #corfecommon #purbeck #dorset #steamrailway #steamgala #steamtrain #train #lswr #t3 #uclass #mogul #manston #passengertrain #freighttrain #greatdayout #bluesky #cloudy #lovelyday
Some of the resident engines in operation during Swanage Railway's Spring Steam Gala
#swanagerailway #norden #corfecastle #purbeck #dorset #steamrailway #steamgala #steamtrain #train #lswr #t3 #manston #atlanticcoastexpress #passengertrain #freighttrain #greatdayout #bluesky #cloudy #lovelyday
Wibble..jibber..flummery
#Manston
Third consultation starts for Manston Airport plan www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Was definitely cool to experience, even if it was a bit crowded at times.
#swanagerailway #corfecastle #purbeck #dorset #rail200 #inspirationtrain #inspiration #exhibition #museum #train #railway #railwaystation #experience #sr #battleofbritain #manston #bluesky #cloudy #lovelyday
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Yesterday's (11th Jan) daily #sunshine totals from SYNOP observations.
#Manston was the sunniest location with 0.5 hours of #sun.
www.roostweather.com/ukobs/dailysunshine_map....
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Yesterday's (6th Jan) daily #sunshine totals from SYNOP observations.
#Manston was the sunniest location with 5.3 hours of #sun.
www.roostweather.com/ukobs/dailysunshine_map....
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Yesterday's (4th Jan) daily #sunshine totals from SYNOP observations.
#Manston was the sunniest location with 7.4 hours of #sun.
www.roostweather.com/ukobs/dailysunshine_map....
En al die (door kinderhanden geplukte?) braambessen en bonen uit de Egyptische (folter)kleptocratie moeten 's nachts via #Oostende naar het VK. Hopelijk gaat #Manston AP weer open. Overdag hoor je bijna geen kat, nee het moet 's nachts...
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Yesterday's (30th Nov) daily #sunshine totals from SYNOP observations.
#Manston was the sunniest location with 7.5 hours of #sun.
www.roostweather.com/ukobs/dailysunshine_map....
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Today's (28th October) maximum temperatures and anomalies (compared to '91-'20 average) from SYNOP observations.
#Manston was the warmest location with a max #temperature of 17.4C.
www.roostweather.com/ukobs/maxtemp_map.php
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Yesterday's (24th Oct) daily #sunshine totals from SYNOP observations.
#Manston was the sunniest location with 8.5 hours of #sun.
www.roostweather.com/ukobs/dailysunshine_map....
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Yesterday's (15th Sep) daily #sunshine totals from SYNOP observations.
#Manston was the sunniest location with 9.6 hours of #sun.
www.roostweather.com/ukobs/dailysunshine_map....
This was a great Steam Gala overall.
#swanagerailway #swanage #purbeck #dorset #railway #railwaystation #steamrailway #steamtrain #train #steamgala #sr #uboat #battleofbritain #pacific #manston #goodsvan #engineshed #turntable #arriving #departing #greatgala #bluesky #cloudy #overcast #windy
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Today's (7th September) maximum temperatures and anomalies (compared to '91-'20 average) from SYNOP observations.
#Heathrow, and #Manston were the warmest spots with a max #temperature of 27.3C.
www.roostweather.com/ukobs/maxtemp_map.php
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Today's (26th August) maximum temperatures and anomalies (compared to '91-'20 average) from SYNOP observations.
#Manston was the warmest location with a max #temperature of 27.3C.
www.roostweather.com/ukobs/maxtemp_map.php
Any experts here on the latest plans for an operational #Manston Airport? I was trying to find out if there are plans to add a new direct road link to the A299 and a shuttle link to Thanet Parkway for foot passengers. Because surely there would have to be…
#Ramsgate
#Broadstairs
#Margate
#HerneBay
#Manston #Airport in the UK is preparing for a bold return through a £500m transformation, turning the historic airfield into a hub for cargo and low-cost travel. The site is undergoing redevelopment, including new terminals and runway upgrades. www.travelandtourworld.com/news/article... #avgeek
⚖️ Mind. 250 Personen, die während einer Zeit im Asylzentrum #Manston festgehalten wurden, als es gefährlich überfüllt war und mit Ausbrüchen von Infektionskrankheiten zu kämpfen hatte, verklagen die Regierung wegen unrechtmäßiger Inhaftierung und Verletzungen weiterer ihrer Rechte.
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Schockierende Berichte von Menschen, die 2022 im Asylzentrum #Manston festgehalten wurden, darunter eine Frau, die schwanger war und keinen Zugang zu medizinischer Versorgung hatte. Sie erlitt später eine Fehlgeburt. Einem Mann wurde 33 Tage lang eine Dusche oder saubere Kleidung verweigert.
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"She herself vomited every morning and later discovered she was pregnant. She was unable to access medical care while in #Manston, and when she was released and could seek treatment, it was discovered that the baby had died inside her."
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
I also got to witness Manston depart with a freight train, while waiting at Swanage Station.
#swanagerailway #swanage #railwaystation #steamrailway #steamgala #springsteamgala #steamtrain #train #dorset #sr #battleofbritain #manston #steam #departure #freighttrain #rail200 #bluesky #lovelyday
Afterwards, we headed to the station to catch the train back. But not before taking a bit more action while waiting on the platform.
#swanage #swanagerailway #springsteamgala #steamgala #steamrailway #steamtrain #train #manston #257squadron #pitchfordhall #bluesky #lovelyday
Some views out the train window at Swanage.
#swanagerailway #corfecastle #harmanscross #springsteamgala #steamgala #steamrailway #steamtrain #dorset #uboat #mogul #tender #buffers #battleofbritain #manston #observationcar #carriage #windowviews #trainjourney #train #rail200 #bluesky #lovelyday
🚨Home Office has settled on the judicial review seeking an independent, Article 3 ECHR-compliant inquiry into events at #Manston in 2022.
The Court ordered the Home secretary to:
(1) Appoint Chair;
(2) Finalize ToR;
(3) Set inquiry start date 🗓️
📙More: freemovement.org.uk/home-office-...
The conditions sound horrendous and inhumane, if we saw this in a film we would be sickened and yet it happened in the UK. "Overcrowding at #Manston, a former RAF base in Kent, in autumn 2022 led to an outbreak of diphtheria and scabies."
"We had to sleep on filthy cardboard in the marquee with the children because there was nothing else for us. We were so frightened for our children – that place wasn’t safe for them. The situation in Manston was drastic.” a mother said about #Manston
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024...
Racial abuse, assaults, and no beds—this is how the UK treats people seeking sanctuary.
No one deserves to endure these brutal conditions. We must push for systemic change that centers dignity and humanity over deterrence and punishment.
#EndDetention #Manston
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2024...
