Archbishop of Wales, the Most Rev. Barry Morgan, recently took control of one of the Talyllyn Railway’s locomotives when he took part in a driver experience day.
Joining him on the footplate of locomotive No.6 Douglas was volunteer driver Canon Malcolm Brown, director of mission and public affairs for the Church of England, while the fireman was Ian Evans, a reader in York diocese.
Guarding the train was the Rev Nigel Adams, who had been responsible for organising the invitation. Other volunteers with ecclesiastical connections were also on duty that day.
The Archbishop clearly enjoyed his trip on the railway, which this year is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a series of galas. The guest driver experience continues a long association between the railway and the church, with members of various denominations volunteering on the line.
In addition, a recent celebration service for the 150th anniversary, where the preacher was the Bishop of Bangor, the Rt. Rev. Andrew John, filled St Cadfan’s Church, Tywyn to commemorate the railway’s place in the life of the local community.
Picture caption:
Archbishop of Wales, Most Revd. Barry Morgan with Talyllyn Railway Locomotive No.6 Douglas.
(Photo: B. Fuller)
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