Richard Ibbotson
@richardibbo.bsky.social
I'm a writer and photographer who has travelled a lot. Love train travel. Been on most trains everywhere. Been a cruise ship photographer. Ex-RAF photographer. Ex-British Steel R&D photographer where I did a lot of advertising work. NUJ trained.
As far as I know Farridge has a business deal with the BBC through a lawyer. Which allows him to do whatever he wants with the BBC or to the BBC. Found out about that when I was talking to someone in BBC Broadcasting House.
November 10, 2025 at 1:31 PM
As far as I know Farridge has a business deal with the BBC through a lawyer. Which allows him to do whatever he wants with the BBC or to the BBC. Found out about that when I was talking to someone in BBC Broadcasting House.
The usual excuse is that it's the browser cache. I use a different browser from my every day browser to upload video. Sounds odd but it works for me.
November 9, 2025 at 6:27 PM
The usual excuse is that it's the browser cache. I use a different browser from my every day browser to upload video. Sounds odd but it works for me.
I was there when they converted the 50 mph European network to 180 or 200 mph. It was quite something to see France and Germany and other countries rail networks being rebuilt. Bit worn out now. Needs some attention and rebuilding.
November 8, 2025 at 8:44 PM
I was there when they converted the 50 mph European network to 180 or 200 mph. It was quite something to see France and Germany and other countries rail networks being rebuilt. Bit worn out now. Needs some attention and rebuilding.
I've always enjoyed having a look round the library. Good place to spend an afternoon 🙂
November 8, 2025 at 2:39 PM
I've always enjoyed having a look round the library. Good place to spend an afternoon 🙂
I think it probably takes a month or two to see most of it. I spent two years wandering round the Chinese rail network. Still didn't see every part of it. Was great to see some of your experiences 🙂
November 8, 2025 at 2:38 PM
I think it probably takes a month or two to see most of it. I spent two years wandering round the Chinese rail network. Still didn't see every part of it. Was great to see some of your experiences 🙂
I've done most of the Chinese rail network at one time or another. Enjoyable experience. Something for you to look forward to 🙂 1st class high speed Chinese rail was amazing.
November 5, 2025 at 10:38 AM
I've done most of the Chinese rail network at one time or another. Enjoyable experience. Something for you to look forward to 🙂 1st class high speed Chinese rail was amazing.