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2426 was purchased by SVR(H) in 1972 for use as volunteer dormitory accommodation. It was initially used for that purpose at [[Bridgnorth]] before moving to [[Hampton Loade]] in 1988, where it continued in that role until mid-2016. It was then moved into storage at [[Kidderminster]] pending overhaul, with its place at Hampton Loade being taken by [[GWR 55 Riding/Dormitory Van | GWR Riding Van 55]].
Ownership of 2426 has been transferred to [[Great Western (SVR) Assoc. | The Great Western (SVR) Association]]. In March 2017 2426 spent a few weeks in the siding on [[Sandbourne Viaduct]] at [[Bewdley]] before moving into [[Bewdley Down Yard]] for conservation work. For a few years it will become the [[The LNER Carriage Group|LNER Carriage Group's]] workshop, replacing [[GWR 5043 Full Third]] which is to be rebuilt as a fully wheelchair accessible saloon and buffet car. The Association's long term aim is to restore it to its original condition, after [[GWR 4786 Full Third]].
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