It's wonderful that you've seen her many times....it's a wonderful machine, lovingly cared for by her owners.....Bob

Nice one Bob,i am glad you had a ride on Lizzie,she is a mighty fine piece of machinery been around a lot of years i hope you enjoyed yourself in my neck of the woods.......John

They are very rare and a real treat for all the family to enjoy.....The owners deserve all the success they get...they work hard enough for it....Bob

What a treat Bob! The bus is immaculate and in great condition, a real tribute to the folks who have restored and maintained it. Thanks for sharing this piece of history! I have a friend who now lives in Cheshire but who was born and brought up in Whitby whom I'm sure will love this one!

A trip down memory lane watching this I love how you got the fire shooting up at the front!

@robmasterman

2 жыл бұрын

It was an unforgettable experience Michelle Thank you for watching and your kind comments.

now there's something you don't see every day! very nicely shown bob :)

Thanks Paddy, this is an incredible machine, and I am delighted that watching gives you so much pleasure....Regards...Bob

This is just amazing, never seen, Bob! Thank you for sharing! :)

Went on this today, the power is unreal!

Amazing! This is the first time I see a steam bus. The image of the cockpit with flames is impressive. Thank you Bob. Philippe

What a wonderful creation Bob. Thanks for letting us see it. Sorry I am so far behind seeing what you have been up to recently! Hopefully today i shall have time to catch up!

Lovely and encouraging to see these old fellows still running ....and damn well! I wish , I could put my fingers in it and share the pleasure. Congratulations to the team. KBIO

Let's hope it stays at Whitby for many more years, as it's an amazing this to see in operation.....Thanks again...Bob

What a beautiful vehicle! Must go to Whitby to see it! Thanks for showing.

Great shots! Love this Steam bus! See her every time I`ve been to Whitby. :)

what an extraordinary vehicle, and thanks for the video & trip aboard Tommy

My son and me have both ridden on this steam bus. :-) :-) :-) I love Sentinels, wish I owned one!

@robmasterman

3 жыл бұрын

It's a rare and exciting way to travel Martin, thanks for sharing your love of the Sentinels.

A fine trilogy of films Bob of your travels up north. I enjoyed the three of them thank you. All the best ......Tim.

Really enjoyed the ride Bob, Thanks!

It's an amazing beat David, with unbelievable acceleration for such a heavy machine...That's steam power for you....Bob

What a great looking vehicle,and very well filmed.Will look out for it the next time we are in Whitby.Chris.

Now! Thats the way to travel. Love it.

Ive seen her many times , she sounds and smells and looks fantastic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

gohh thats a big maid of a beauty there! This ones a unique steam vehicle to have around

Oh Bob! another Gem of a video, superbly crafted as always, a good mixture of street shots and inside the bus too. That was a first for me too, and what a beauty! amongst the twisting roads and those shops, she looked at home, if anything looked wrong it was the modern stuff. So wished I'd stopped off at Whitby now when I visited the Royal. Loved the flames, how cool did that look - H&S fans look away... ha ha A massive thumbs up Bob, I really enjoyed it. Paul :-)

once again bob nice video like it sounds nice as well thanks for posting nick

Thanks for that...Bob

I do miss hearing, smelling and seeing Elizabeth at Whitby. Ever since I was little I always went on Elizabeth. When I went on her for the last time I got a postcard signed by the driver and the tour guide. I wish she would return. Maybe some day.

@robmasterman

2 жыл бұрын

She was an amazing vehicle, the last I knew is that she was at Weston-Super- Mare in Somerset, but where she is now goodness knows.

@Rebekkah_Watson

2 жыл бұрын

@@robmasterman last I heard she’s still in Weston - Super - Mare.

Until you've experienced it first hand, it's quite unbelievable....Thanks for watching....Bob

I had a feeling you'd enjoy that Bob! Good Ride!

Wow! Very impressive, Bob, but of course all of your video's are very impressive to me, I enjoy seeing your wonderful Wales, through your camera lens.

Had a trip on this a few years ago, so thanks for the memory Bob. (shame about the face though) cheers Mike

Certainly an impressive beast Bob, they have made a wonderful job converting to a bus. Sadly, I'm old enough to remember steam lorries around the dock roads in Liverpool

Great video Bob. I have travelled on this but I can't remember when, was a few years ago and I haven't seen it at Whitby since. Nice memories. Was hoping you'd catch the fire on the decent and you did a great job of doing so. Cheers Kyle

What a beautiful machine!! 😍

@robmasterman

3 жыл бұрын

It's very rare Ryan, I believe it moved from Whitby to Weston Super Mare.

@kenbrowne1947 Thanks Ken, I was thrilled when I came across it during the visit, and the ride I shall remember for a long time....Bob

Went on it last year. Big surprise was how it flew up that steep hill on the end of the esplanade, it must be 1 in 6 up there. As others have said its surprisingly quiet inside with mainly just a bit of gear whine. Great fun,

awesome vehicle, a one of a kind for sure, excellent quality video I enjoyed the ride

Great stuff, i'll have to pop and have a look while i'm up there.

@trainfart Thank you, it is one of those things that have to be seen...it is an amazing machine....Bob

@PhilbruProduction Thank you Philippe, it is an amazing thing to see....truly unforgettable...Bob

@flyingscrapyard I'm delighted that you've enjoyed my video, and thank you for your kind comments....Bob

Thank you for watching, the people that operate this magnificent machine, work very hard to keep things going....it's not always [possible to have smiling faces, although they have loads of enthusiasm and commitment...Bob

@penninefilms It certainly is and something I've never seen before..Thanks as always...Bob

a very nice job on the steam bus Bob It must get pretty hot in that cab for the operators

It’s like a combination of Elizabeth the Vintage Steam Lorry and Bertie the Bus! Elizabeth + Bertie = This

@robmasterman

3 жыл бұрын

A great description Mario....thanks very much.

Very great job. I'm surprised to see what still exists for vehicles Bob.

great stuff.

I never knew there was such a thing, and 11 tons! I can't help feeling the smiley face on the front diminishes its lofty status somewhat. I like the sign "no spitting", it must have been full of miners (with associated bronchial issues) taking summer holidays.

@johnwood57 It was great to go back again John, you were often in my thoughts as I went around Scarborough especially...Bob

There's nothing like it Larry, an amazing vehicle....Whitby is in North Yorkshire...in the North East of England....Regards...Bob

this is brilliant,the only bus worth travelling on

Nice interesting video thanks.

@robmasterman

9 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, please pass on my best wishes to Fred and Wilma :o)

@MG06ZT It's a must Keith, the pull up the hill from the Quayside is something else....Bob

It's an unique opportunity, and well worth doing....Bob

@connrail It certainly is Tommy, thanks as always for your support....Bob

@acw71000 It's quite amazing to see such a large machine accelerate up that gradient in Whitby......Thanks again Austin....Thought I'd replied to you yesterday, but it appears not...Bob

Bet the kiddies love it as it rings of Thomas and his friends.

@robmasterman

10 ай бұрын

An unique vehicle, loved by all, but unfortunately no longer based at Whitby.

@BritishRailways60163 It fascinated me and I was so impressed by its acceleration.....Thanks for watching....Bob

@EMuksteam I've never experienced anything like it......there's a new destination for you both...:o))....Bob

@lionbill My pleasure, it was excellent value for money...Bob

Well worth a ride...nothing else like it .....Bob

@Marillionmad Thank you, it is something rare and very special....Bob

@MG06ZT Glad you enjoyed it Keith, it's a must if you visit Whitby...shame about not having the camera with you....Bob

@4472100 It was a steam lorry originally and was converted to a steam powered bus with the capacity to carry 30 passengers...Bob

@howarth004 Great news Dave, and the fares are so reasonable...a wonderful experience without a doubt....Bob

@Daikenboy I totally agree.....thanks for your comments....Bob

@lionbill Thanks Bill, glad you enjoyed it...Bob

Certainly the British excel themselves with paint, polish and sign-writing. Must see in person if we get over there one day.

@gusneaker It appeals to the kids and us oldies....if it keeps the customers coming and supporting them then why not.....Thanks again for commenting...Bob

@pwalpar Thanks Walter, I've never experienced anything like it before...Bob

Amazing.....from Indonesia

@robmasterman

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Anteng, this is a wonderful vehicle which now resides at Minehead in Somerset....Best wishes from Wales.

@eurodestination Over active imagination Gary...but what a sight...a wonderful sight to behold...Bob

@siobhan104 Thanks Tim, it was a very enjoyable break, especially peppered with some trains...Bob

@Firrboxfryup Thanks Jamie, it's certainly something special, the likes of which I've never seen before...Bob

@Bevoin1970 I thought you might Paul, I was out down West yesterday, and saw an old pump engine just rusting away at the side of the road.....I thought...Paul would like to have that.....yet another little project...hint...hint....Thanks as always to my No1 fan...Bob

@nickladey Thanks Nick, it was one of those unforgettable things to see....Bob

I hate trips and outings that have a "guide" constantly nattering at you on a pa system so that you cannot enjoy the experience in peace, observe for yourself or conduct & enjoy your own conversations.

@robmasterman

8 жыл бұрын

I suppose they have to cater for all types of customers, the pa system would certainly help visitors who may have little or no knowledge of the experience....Thanks for your comments...Bob

@freeman8128

8 жыл бұрын

Robert Masterman True - but I have had some outings - eg, MV Balmoral & PS Waverley - completely ruined by constant, over-intrusive and largely unnecessary pa chit chat. I often make videos of my various outings to which I sometimes add my own commentary, but the sound-track is all too often ruined by non-stop pa.

@robmasterman

8 жыл бұрын

I totally understand where you're coming from, but it's how things are these days. I try and keep away from Stations whilst out videoing trains, as they also have to much residual noise foe my liking....Thanks again...Bob

@ianbrockie3909

7 жыл бұрын

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@andrewhanbury1799

6 жыл бұрын

I do too

@GreatWestern175 Not bad eh Ry, the strangest ride I've had for a while...but thoroughly exhilarating...Bob

@bobnweaver It certainly is Jeff, you must give it a go if you're down at Whitby....a wonderful experience...Bob

@dbdrdbag It is a steam driven bus and has a stem engine powering it...the cost of a round trip is £3....Bob

Oh Of course, I know how committed one has to be to so this sort of thing, I have a friend in the Railway Preservation Society over here and he is very dedicated to it

Hi Robert, And thank you for the upload. Why is there not more of these steam buses around particularly in my area!

@robmasterman

8 жыл бұрын

+mrbluenun This is a one off, and unfortunately no longer operates in Whitby, which is very sad....Bob

@mrbluenun

8 жыл бұрын

+Robert Masterman Hi and many thanks for the reply. Sad its not happening regularly but a great sounding vehicle and I love all the hand done sign written messages in different places. One dad was a Sign writer and it looked pretty special. Thanks.

@robmasterman

8 жыл бұрын

My pleasure and thanks for your kind comments....Bob

@molzips An enthusiastic family affair John...and the result is a great experience....Bob

@WoelkerVideo Vielen Dank Gunter, und ich freue mich, Ihnen gefallen hat ... das ist ein seltenes Fahrzeug ... Bob

@canvids1 It's in their blood Wayne, a hardy lot...Thanks for watching...Bob

@mvjedforest When it's run by a family concern for a living Mervyn, then whatever brings in the customers must be acceptable....an amazing piece of machinery that has to be seen....Bob

@rangieowner I certainly did...quite an unique experience....Bob

Excellent piece of machinery,nice to see steam still travelling on our roads.(C&A)

Looks like fun to drive whit ha ha !

@robmasterman

6 жыл бұрын

It takes a lot of skill to drive that monster, sadly it's no longer in use at Whitby...Bob

I think all the power comes from the Drivers arms :o))...Bob

That was fascinating and very enjoyable, Bob. I was very impressed by how quiet it was inside the bus, so the commentary was quite clear- very rare in tourist transport. As others have commented, it would be better without the face, but Helen thought it was sweet, so opinion is divided!!....Mervyn

I rebuilt the engine on this when it still had it's wagon body on it. It had broken piston rod.

@robmasterman

2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful thing to have been involved with Robert. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.

I'd loved to have a lovely ride on that or any similar type .( SADLY! Never had the pleasure ) But, maybe one day it might happen. The guide sounds like she's from Australia or New Zealand LOL!!!

@robmasterman

6 жыл бұрын

It was an unforgettable experience, but sadly no longer at Whitby, as the cost of running her was too prohibitive....This Steam Bus I believe was unique....Thanks for watching....Bob

ohh! wonderful....

@robmasterman

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@KBRAILVIDEOS It only runs during the Summer months Kyle, I missed the first flash of fire but thank goodness caught the second one...Bob

@2002ibiza She's an amazing vehicle, and well worth a ride on if you get the opportunity....Bob

@robmasterman We gave it a try during the hoilday, its great fun, my niece loved it! Vern took it down to the marina and topped up the water, then he blew down the boiler - it looked great. Didn't have my camera, never mind!

Heartbreak greeted the announcement that one of Whitby’s most famous attractions is set to depart this year, and the Gazette can exclusively reveal the final date she will carry passengers through the town. Viv and Vern Smith, owners of Elizabeth the Steam Bus threatened to sell the 83-year-old after what they described as the latest in a series of disputes with “obstructive” borough council. Now the Whitby Gazette can reveal that the couple will call it quits and the Elizabeth’s last day in town will be November 2nd 2014“We have been proud to mean so much to so many people and the support of the public will live in our hearts forever,” said owner Vern. “Whitby did fine before the Steam Bus and it will do just fine after she has gone, though trust us it hurts.” www.whitbygazette.co.uk/news/business/queen-elizabeth-steam-out-of-town-in-row-1-6762212

@robmasterman

9 жыл бұрын

What a shock Michael, this is one of Whitby's main Tourist attractions. Thank you very much for letting me know, and along with many others I wish Viv and Vern all the very best for the future, and to thank them for all the pleasure that they and 'Elizabeth' have brought to so many over the years they have operated...Best wishes...Bob

What a remarkable vehicle Bob. I did not know you could get a steam fix on the streets of Whitby. Regards, Jeff.