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Bodysgallen is the sixth Winson-built coach for the Welsh Highland and made its début in September 1998. Built by Winson Engineering in Daventry, it runs on bogies imported from South Africa. It was originally fitted out as a luxury Pullman-style vehicle with sponsorship from the owner of the hotel of the same name in the Tudor mansion near Llandudno. While the concept is quite magnificent, the original structural workmanship needed upgrading at Boston Lodge because the carriage hogged. Prior to entering regular passenger services in 2002 following the opening of the extension to Waunfawr the table mounted lamps were removed, the seats modified to raise their height and the tables raised by a similar amount. The marquetry panels at the ends of the saloon, the oval windows on the doors of the vehicle and of the butler's pantries are worth note. It is seen here at Boston Lodge in March 2010 having just been outshopped after an external rebuild. Photo credit: Norman Bond |