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BRETTS’ GHOST TRAIN

	Built by the Amusement Supplies Company for Joe Stevens of Chertsey, and delivered in June 1947. Originally the décor was relatively plain, but during the winter of 1948/9 was completely redecorated by the then new firm of Hall & Fowle, making it one of their first jobs, and probably the earliest surviving example of their work.
The Ghost Train was later sold to Bretts, and was extensively travelled by the family for many years. Fortunately, apart from minor modifications, it remained virtually unchanged for nearly half a century!
	It is one of only a couple of remaining traditional Ghost Trains, which build up completely from scratch, rather than being lorry or trailer mounted. Not only is all of the front and station artwork intact, but the original fleet of cars also survives. Following evaluation, it is hoped that this ride will be made operational within the museum at an early date, with conservation of the paintwork, etc, being undertaken progressively at a later stage.

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