2014 Gala Photos: UPDATED AGAIN!

The Gala Weekend is now over and what a fantastic weekend it was breaking all previous records for the L&B. Thanks to those who came and enjoyed themselves - to the WHR/FR team as always and finally to all our staff and volunteers for making it such a great event. LYD will now return to Wales - our thanks to Paul Lewin and the rest of the WHR/FR team for their continued support of our railway.

CLICK HERE for a set posted to FLICKR by David Ely of some of the photos he took over the two days - several of which capture the "buzz" fairly well.

Some more photos - this time from Trevor Garnham.

This first set taken on the Saturday.

1. A smiling L&BR Chairman Peter Miles with the wreath.

2. First train of the gala, with LYD.

3. Second train, with ISAAC.

4. LYD appeals to girls too.

5. LYD and ISAAC double-heading for the first time.

6. Our colourful face painter.

7. The exhibitors, stewards and volunteers special.

And these on the Sunday

8. Sunday morning, before the crowds arrive.

9. Another double-header with LYD and ISAAC

10. The double-header at Bridge 67.

11. LYD about to depart.

12. Double-heading with LYD as the Pilot.

13. A smiling barbecue team who contributed a handsome sum to the final figure.

14. One more photo of LYD.

15. ISAAC and LYD side by side - looking impressive.

Here are just a few of the many photos that Nigel Thompson took over the Gala weekend:

1. AXE with Brake Van rides.

2. LYD at Killington Lane with the special in memory of L&B Volunteer Richard Burgess.

3. Park and Ride - more visitors arrive on the bus from Caffyns.

4. The Miniature Railway was busy all weekend.

5. Tractors and Steam locos...

6. AXE and LYD.

7. The Barbecue team, ...

8. ...The Tea Room team, ...

9. ...and finally The Bar Team.

10. ISAAC in Sunday morning sunshine.

11. The Marquee early on Sunday Morning, awaiting the crowds.

Chelfham Station was also open all weekend.

12. Visitors at Chelfham enjoying a friendly afternoon tea, with the newly restored platform section in the foreground.

13. Several visitors came to see the progress at Chelfham station.

Photos and text Nigel Thompson