9 January 2010, SWOONS Members Open Day, Ilton, Somerset

New Year 2010 in the UK started with the coldest spell experienced for over 30 years accompanied by heavy snowfalls and treacherous ice which brought the whole country to a near standstill. They're made of good old fashioned Hardy (excuse the pun) stock down in the South Western counties though and undeterred by a bit of a cold snap, the South West 009 Society (SWOONS) area group made the brave decision to "keep calm and carry on". Although attendance was understandably lower than previous years, there were still some 40 narrow gauge modelling enthusiasts present, and I spotted friends and acquaintances from as far afield as Birmingham.

Another splendid way to start the year off amongst like-minded modellers in a relaxed, informal and friendly spirit. Much appreciation to all the SWOONS members and associates for their efforts in keeping the narrow gauge flag flying so strongly.

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