7th June 1980
M. & G.N. Joint Railway 
Society
The Eskdale Explorer
(Day Out With A Difference No.124)
Did this train run? Details taken from pre-tour advertising.
| Loco(s) | ??? | 
Route :
| Loco(s) | Route | 
| ???? | ??? - Ravenglass | 
| ???? | Ravenglass - ??? | 
Notes :
(1) Pre-tour advertising gave this train as a 'main-line train with buffet and 
grill meal service provided throughout' and having the following off-tour 
options;
a) visit the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway,
b) take a cruise on lake Windermere,
c) or a scenic afternoon tour of Cumbria
d) or spend time at Carnforth, Grange-over-Sands or Ravenglass
Source : Oliver - Transport Past Times
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