PLATFORM 2 at London Victoria station has seen its fair share of special events and dignitaries over the years. Many readers will fondly remember it from their first venture to the Continent, perhaps a special celebration on the British Pullman, or even an Orient Express trip. On the morning of Saturday, September 5 at 09.15 there was a gathering of a different nature as preparations were made for the departure of the GB Railfreight (GBRf) Charity Railtour. Aficionados will not need to be reminded that GBRf railtours are no ordinary out-and-back trips. This one was a four-day marathon plus one overnight leg on board the train, sitting up, no sleeping berths - a full train too, so no sprawling out across spare seats. The faint-hearted should not apply.
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