A galaxy of 'STARS'

摘要

The GW 'Star' class marks its 100th anniversary this February. KEITH FARR tells the story of these iconic engines-fathers of the 'Castles'. The sheer elegance of the Great Western 4-6-0 Lode Star at the National Railway Museum is a joy to behold. With its raised running plate, copper-capped chimney and gracefully-tapered boiler, Swindon's masterpiece exudes latent speed and power.