GER 352 Composite (body) built 1886

GER 352 Composite (body) built 1886

 

Present Location Waltham
Designed For GER
Build Location Stratford
Diagram number 203
Lot number E19
Type CLZ
First Number 352
Present Number None
Gauge 4ft 8 1/2in
Wheel Arrangement Body only
Original Underframe No
Original Bogies/Wheelsets No
Additional Notes Order E19, 9/1896. W 12/1924, body grounded at Ely as fruit shed till 1926 then made into dwelling with 355 (q.v.). P 1985 by GER Coach Group, taken to Waltham Windmill (near Cleethorpes) for restoration (plate wagon chassis). ..but now thought to GNR!
Owner GER Coach Group
External Structural Condition Good
Internal Structural Condition Good
Underframe Condition Not Applicable
External Finish Good
Internal Finish Good
Degree of External Originality Fair
Degree of Internal Originality Fair
Degree of Underframe/Running Gear Originality Not Applicable
Degree of External Authenticity Fair
Degree of Internal Authenticity Fair
Degree of Underframe Authenticity Not Applicable
Rarity Unique
Historical Importance no Immediate Importance/Not Applicable
Storage Open
Operating No
Survey Date 02/10/2002
Surveyor Iain Chalmers
At Risk No


 
This information was kindly provided by the Vintage Carriages Trust, whose interesting website is at  www.vintagecarriagetrust.org.
 
We would welcome any more information on the railway carriage, especially from families who lived in it.  As local people know, the railway carriage is beautifully decorated inside, serving hot and cold snacks, icecreams and drinks during the season.  It is a pleasant venue for a change of pace from a busy car boot sale, from climbing up the steps inside the windmill, or from watching an RAF display.