30 September 2008 47739 was named 'Robin of Templecombe' in a ceremony at that station. Robin Gould was one of the last Somerset & Dorset drivers still on the main line. For pictures of the naming ceremony please CLICK HERE.

47749 'Demelza' hauled the newly named 47739 to Yeovil Junction after the ceremony.

Nameplate with Somerset & Dorset Railway crest.

47749 then ran round 47739 before they both returned to Eastleigh (via Templecombe).

The 10.20 Waterloo to Exeter St Davids departs as preparations are made to couple the 47's.

Departure.

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