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Gordon the Blue Engine
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« on: December 09, 2019, 18:45:43 »

Mrs GTBE was in the choir on the footbridge at Reading station this evening at around 5 pm, collecting for Help the Aged.  She says passing passengers were appreciative and generous, so a special thank you to any GWCS members who were passing.
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« Reply #1 on: December 09, 2019, 23:00:44 »

I think this sort of thing is a true delight. It reminds me of a winter evening, some years back, when a local brass band, unable to use a nearby pre planned practice space, did an impromptu performance on the platform at Redland Station.  "Fun Police" considerations aside, this surely engages people with their local stations.
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« Reply #2 on: December 09, 2019, 23:58:41 »

Agreed johnneyw

Many years ago, I travelled to Holland on the Harwich ferry, on which there was also a Dutch choir returning from a choral tour. They stood on the rear deck and gave us all an impromptu concert. Much appreciated by all!
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« Reply #3 on: December 10, 2019, 00:24:36 »

Blinkin' flip, I would have loved to have been there. I was on the same ferry service from the early 60's to the early 70's and now I'm very jealous of you...….in a nice way.
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