THOMAS the Tank Engine fans have been told not to refer to The Fat Controller, according to a national newspaper.
The Sun has reported that visitors to the Watercress Line steam railway in Alresford were told that the word ‘fat’ is a slur that should not be used and that his real name is Sir Topham Hatt.
The newspaper quoted an unnamed father: “We were talking about The Fat Controller when a staff member stepped in. In no uncertain terms we were told no one could use such a slur.”
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Another visitor was quoted: “Staff said he belongs to another era. Common sense has hit the buffers.”
The heritage railway recentled hosted a Days out with Thomas-themed event.
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