Having removed a patch of loose paint from the left hand side tender tank panel, the area is prepared for painting.

Having removed a patch of loose paint from the left hand side tender tank panel, the area is prepared for painting.

The boiler, at Llangollen, has now been turned right side up. This has allowed work on the cladding to restart for the first time since the boiler was transported to Llangollen, three and a half years ago. Note the tubes stacked next to the boiler.

This view later on the same day shows all of the crinolines fitted. These hold the cladding sheets away from the boiler and provide space for the insulation material.

The firebox cladding sheets fitted to the right hand side. Note the nine access points for the wash out plugs.

Another view of the right hand side firebox cladding.

Another view of the right hand side firebox cladding.

The left hand side firebox cladding sheets fitted.