Bring back LNER B12 #8572 into steam again

The Issue

Ever since the boiler certificate expired 2020, The sole surviving LNER B12 #8572/61572 was withdrawn for an overhaul. However, In December 2023 it was disclosed that cost of the overhaul had increased by £60,000 as it was discovered that new cylinder liners and wheel tyres were required. It was also revealed that cylinders would need re-boring but after being stripped down it was found that there was not enough metal left to allow the corrective work required which necessitated a complete replacement. So if we take action now, we can help raise enough money to bring 8572 back into steam again, long enough for it's centenary in 2028. 

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The Issue

Ever since the boiler certificate expired 2020, The sole surviving LNER B12 #8572/61572 was withdrawn for an overhaul. However, In December 2023 it was disclosed that cost of the overhaul had increased by £60,000 as it was discovered that new cylinder liners and wheel tyres were required. It was also revealed that cylinders would need re-boring but after being stripped down it was found that there was not enough metal left to allow the corrective work required which necessitated a complete replacement. So if we take action now, we can help raise enough money to bring 8572 back into steam again, long enough for it's centenary in 2028. 

The Decision Makers

LNER Locomotives Appreciation Group
LNER Locomotives Appreciation Group
North Norfolk Railway
North Norfolk Railway
M&GN Joint Railway Society
M&GN Joint Railway Society
North Norfolk railway

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Petition created on May 4, 2025