Peter Barlow, from the Beamish Tramway Group, send through these photographs of preparations for fitting the trolleybase on 101’s roof (due to be lifted into place on Monday).

Below: Before – as arrived with pantograph removed.

Below: The view after removal of the pantograph and whilst work was underway to investigate the waterproofing required…

Below: Test fitting the new planks which will relieve the sprung load of the trolleypole. Cross pieces not fitted at this stage.

Below: After application of fibreglass to seal the roof and painting. The planks can now be re-fitted in readiness for the base and associated components…