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Hi to all
When did you start trainspotting? late 1950s
How often to you go? all the time until the end of steam
What are the essential items you always take with you? notebook and pen/pencil
How does the 'trainspotter' stereotype make you feel? Unhappy
Do you get much interest from members of the public? (pos/neg) No
What has been your best/worst experience? Riding in the cab of the Blue Pullman in 1965/never had one
What's the best/worst thing about the hobby? to have lasted me all my life/out in cold weather
How does it affect your day to day life? (if it does at all) not at all
Your favourite train model? (if there is such a thing.. sorry I'm still learning!) Castle & Kings
Has trainspotting inspired you to do anything else?/Do you have any related hobbies that have sprung from trainspotting? Building model railways and running them/Taking photographs/travel
How does your wife/partner feel about your hobby? Do they come with you? No
Are there any 'slang' words used within the trainspotting community? to many to say
How would you feel if someone were to approach you while you were at a station and ask you a question? Would it be annoying? (I am planning on interviewing people at Clapham and taking photos but I don't want to be a pest) I would love to talk to anyone about my hobby
Where are the best stations in London for spotting? no idea
Do you mind being called a 'trainspotter'? No
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