Saltburn in Bloom
Saltburn Miniature Railway
As many of you will know that earlier this year the Railway purchased an unfinished steam locomotive and the picture shows that work is steadily progressing in our workshop. The two main driving wheels are now in place together with the brake hangers, also the steam cylinders are now in place with the crosshead and guides being visible (enthusiasts please note that valve gear is Walschaerts). Work has been slow as we have nearly completed repairs to the track after the great flood which has nearly taken the 60 tes of ballast which was delivered earlier.The repairs have taken many hours and it is something that we do not want to be doing on a regular basis.Possibly some people will be asking if we have a name for our steamer, well we have and it is call “Blacklock” after our Chairman. It is modelled on a 4-4-2 big boiler Atlantic with a separate six wheel tender and this ( when completed) will make our fourth locomotive, these being Prince Charles (4-6-2), George Outhwaite (0-4 -0) and Saltburn 150 (4-6-2). R. Proctor (chairman) 10
As the year draws to its close the Saltburn in Bloom committee have been reflecting on 2013 and making plans for the year ahead. We believe that we have had an outstanding year, enjoying success in Northumbria in Bloom, gaining 6 Gold Awards and Saltburn winning the best Small Coastal Resort. But more importantly we have worked hard, in co-operation with Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council and Saltburn, Marske and New Marske Parish Council, to ensure that the town has looked attractive all year round and continues to attract visitors. Like you, we want Saltburn to thrive. We have already made some plans for 2014. Our AGM will be held on Tuesday, 14th January at 5.00pm in Saltburn Library, to which you are invited. We would welcome new members to the committee! We will be holding a quiz to raise funds in the New Year. Keep your eyes open for more details. The sponsor letters for floral displays (in the Summer) will be delivered at the end of January. Gardening work on Wednesdays 10.00am – 12.00 will continue when the weather allows. The amberol planters on Marine Parade are going to be moved slightly, into groups of three to try and make more of a visual impact. The small fossil bed will be planted with Flanders poppies to honour the memory of all those killed in conflicts since World War 1. The Engine bed will have soil improvements made and some new planting. Just a few tasks there to keep us going! If you’re worried about the amount of work we’re doing you can always help! Contact Lynda Parkes 209518, email lynda_parkes@hotmail.com. Finally, on behalf of Saltburn in Bloom I would like to wish you all a happy and peaceful New Year. Lynda Parkes (Chair)
Saltburn Beachwatch My first Beachwatch litter pick in September as organiser followed the worst floods in decades; my second on 7th December followed the day after the worst storm surge in 60 years! I’m beginning to wonder what the next one will have in store for the volunteers who once again did a great job in helping to keep the beach free of litter. In two hours the volunteers surveyed and removed 4132 items of rubbish off the beach weighing 80kg. The results of the survey showed that 80.01% was plastic waste (more about this in the next issue of Talk of the Town) and the overall total worked out at an average of 10.33 items of litter per square metre. The area of beach surveyed is from the Pier to the Ship Inn and if you would like to be a volunteer at the next Beachwatch event in March 2014 please see notices in Talk of the Town or contact myself on 01287 204204. Roy Smith Visit us online at www.tottsaltburn.co.uk