Ex-Great Western Railway Collett 'King' class 4-6-0 No. 6029 'King Edward VIII'. Built at Swindon in August 1930 and Withdrawn in July 1962. A sight to delight all GWR enthusiasts is 6029 at Reading with the 'Royal Duchy' in May 1957. The late Cecil Blay has perfectly captured the moment, even having the good fortune to include a Maunsell 2-6-0 for good measure!

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