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143612
Class 143
Videos featuring 143612
A special passenger train service operated on the Sharpness Docks branch of the Vale of Berkeley Railway for the first time in 62 years, marking a significant event in its history. The service, run by RailAdventure, took place over three days in July and August 2026, with Network Rail overseeing operations as the line remains under their ownership. Passengers boarded at Sharpness Sports and Social Club before traveling along the route, which had been closed to passengers for over six decades. The event celebrated the 150th anniversary of the first passenger train to Sharpness.
This video explores the history and performance of Great Western Railway (GWR) since its rebranding in 2015, examining its role as a major operator in Western England. It references various railway operators, including First Great Western, British Railways, and others, alongside locations such as Bristol Temple Meads, Worcester Foregate Street, and Severn Tunnel Junction. The content includes mentions of train stock classes 143, 150, and 153, though specific operator associations for these vehicles are not provided.
Filmed from a footbridge near the depot, it highlights the movement of light engines and passing trains, with HSTs traveling to and from London Paddington and local services in South Wales primarily using second-generation DMUs. The footage provides a glimpse into depot operations during the early 1990s.
This video features GWR Class 143 Pacers and Class 150 Combos operating in the Devon area. The footage shows trains passing through Dawlish, Exmouth, Paignton, and Topsham. Multiple units are identified by their numbers, though operator details are not specified. The recording captures these services on a Saturday in July 2020.
This video captures passenger trains operating in the Dawlish Warren area and nearby Rewe during July 2020. It includes footage of multiple train units, identified by their stock numbers, including classes 143 and 150. The operators associated with these trains include Cross Country, EWS, Greater Anglia, and GWR. No headcodes are present in the metadata.
This video features a compilation of Class 142, 143, and 144 Pacers trains filmed over several years in various locations including Bristol, South Wales, Devon, Crewe, Wigan, Doncaster, Exmouth, Lincoln, Paignton, Scunthorpe, Severn Tunnel Junction, Sheffield, and Treherbert. The footage includes multiple units with labels such as 142016, 142035, 142069, 142074, 142079, 142085, 142086, 142088, 142091, and 143603. Operators associated with the footage include British Railways, Cross
This video captures railway activity in the South West of England, featuring various train classes filmed at locations including Dawlish, Exeter, Plymouth, and others. It includes footage of HSTs along the Dawlish sea wall and some scenes from the Dawlish air show. Several train stock identifiers are noted, primarily from Class 143, 150, and 153 units, though operators associated with these vehicles are not specified in the data. The locations covered suggest a focus on regional rail operations in this area.
This video captures GWR Pacers at Topsham, with locomotives 143603, 143617, 143612, and 143618 visible. The footage was recorded on a Saturday in September 2019, showing the trains at a foot crossing. Additional locations mentioned include Exmouth and Paignton. No headcodes are present in the metadata.
This video captures GWR trains, including Class 150 and Class 143 units, at Topsham in Devon. Additional locations mentioned include Barnstaple, Exmouth, and Paignton. The footage features multiple train units with labels such as 143603, 143611, 150001, and others. While operator information is present, headcode details are not included in the metadata.
It also includes footage of TPO operations at St Georges and an HST. The content showcases a variety of old liveries and trains, with mentions of locations such as Cardiff Central, Barry, Bargoed, and Rhymney. Stock identified includes classes 143, 37, and 66, though operators are not specified in the metadata.
This video captures train activity in the Dawlish and Dawlish Warren area, featuring a variety of rolling stock including HSTs, IETs, units, railtours (including steam), test trains, freight services, and loco-hauled passenger trains. The footage includes trains operated by British Railways, Cross Country, First Great Western, Freightliner, GWR, Intercity, and Network Rail. Locations shown include Dawlish Warren, Dawlish, Exmouth, and Paignton. Some stock details are identified, though operator information for specific units is not provided.
This video captures train activity at Dawlish and Dawlish Warren, featuring multiple railcars identified by their labels. The footage includes trains from various operators such as Cross Country, First Great Western, GWR, and South Western Railway. Locations shown include Dawlish Warren, Dawlish, Exmouth, and Paignton. No headcodes are present in the metadata.
A video shows GWR Green Pacers 143612 and 143621 departing from Exeter St Davids heading towards Barnstaple. The footage captures the train as it begins its journey, with no headcodes identified in the metadata. The operators and locations are clearly indicated, while details about the route or additional context are not included in the available data.
This video captures railway activity in Newport and Stormy Bank from the late 1990s, highlighting busy movements and the passage of 5 Nations Rugby Specials. It includes various train units such as 33051 and multiple 37-class locomotives, with mentions of a run round at Newport. The footage also references an event where 53,000 fans attended, though specific headcodes are not provided in the metadata. Operators such as EWS, Intercity, and Rail Express Systems are noted, alongside locations including Newport, Bank, Gloucester, Rugby, and Tondu.
A video shows GWR 143612 and 153305 at Dawlish Warren. The footage captures the newly painted locomotives in what appears to be a static or low-speed setting. Additional stock number 82305 is also present, though its operational context is unclear. The location of Dawlish Warren is confirmed, and the operator is identified as GWR. No headcodes are listed in the metadata, so specific service details are not available.
This video captures a day trip covering several locations in Wales and South Devon, including Newport, Cardiff Central, Exeter St Davids, and Dawlish. It features various railway stock, such as classes 142, 143, 150, 153, 158, and 159, with some footage of a Class 50 at Exeter St Davids not previously shown. The journey includes services operated by multiple rail companies and features headcodes such as 5Z20, 6B31, 6H35, and 6W97.
This video captures passenger trains, including HSTs and units, operating in the Dawlish area during late August 2015. Filmed at locations such as Dawlish Warren, Starcross, and Exmouth, it features various train stock identified by numbers like 142017, 143603, and 150131. Operators associated with the footage include Cross Country and First Great Western. The record lacks headcode information, but details about the stock, operators, and locations are provided.
This video captures train activity at Exeter St Davids and surrounding locations, including Barnstaple, Dunster, Exmouth, Paignton, Plymouth, and Taunton. It features a variety of rail stock, including classes 143 and 150, though operators are not specified in the metadata. The record is limited in that headcodes are not included.