Excitement as steam train arrives in Hartenbos

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MOSSEL BAY NEWS & VIDEO'S - There was great excitement as historic steam locomotive Amanda arrived in Hartenbos today at about 09:30.

The train is doing four round trips from Hartenbos to Great Brak and back today.

All trips are fully booked. They had to be pre-booked and there is no more space on the train.

PHOTO GALLERY: Amanda causes a stir in Hartenbos

People lined the rail track and there was an excited buzz in the air as they chatted happily.

The first trip was scheduled for 10:00.

VIDEO: A cheer as Amanda rolls into Hartenbos. Supplied, Grey Stopforth

Getting all fired up.Officials on duty. Photos: Grey Stopforth

VIDEO: 'Amanda' going through Klein Brak, creating lots of excitement.

Mossel Bay Advertiser journalist Jannie du Plessis gives a thumbs up before his train ride on 24 September. He went on the first round trip that the steam locomotive, Amanda did. The trips were from Hartenbos to Great Brak and back.
Photo: Grey Stopforth