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158780
Class 158
Videos featuring 158780
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic busy Action At Leicester Station Freight/Passenger/light Locos 7th September 2026
This video features a selection of railway clips from Cock Lane, Lincoln Road, and Hurn Road South, capturing various locomotives and passenger movements. It includes multiple Class 158, Class 170, and Class 302 units, along with Class 47 diesel-electric locomotives. Additional footage shows Azuma and Class 91 services operating in the area. The video also references several locations including Werrington Junction, Birmingham New Street, Cambridge, Felixstowe, Lincoln, London Gateway, Peterborough, and Whitemoor Yard. Headcodes such as 1A30, 1D18, and 2K19 are noted in the footage.
The video features East Midlands Railway Class 158 diesel multiple units, numbers 158780 and 158788, departing from Skegness. Both units were built by British Rail Engineering Limited at Derby Litchurch Lane Works in 1990. Constructed as 2-car 'Express Sprinter' units, they are operated by East Midlands Railway and feature the company's official livery with aubergine/purple and white colour schemes. The footage also includes scenes of vintage semaphores and an old signal box, highlighting historical railway elements alongside modern rolling stock.
This video explores Britain's least served railway stations—those with the fewest train services, often just a small number of trains per week. The journey includes visits to several stations in Lincolnshire, such as Acklington, All Saints, Ancaster, and Bleasby, among others. The footage features trains operated by East Midlands Railway and GWR, including stock classes 158780 and 158812. The focus is on identifying and understanding the stations with minimal service frequency across the network.
This video features two trains identified by stock numbers 158780 and 158847, both classified as type 158. The operators associated with the video include British Railways, DB Schenker, East Midlands Railway, and West Midlands Trains. However, no specific locations or headcodes are provided in the metadata. The record is limited in detail, with some key information missing.
A video captures train activity at Chesterfield on 8 July 2026, featuring a variety of rolling stock including EMR Class 158s, Northern Class 195s, CrossCountry Class 220 and 221 Voyagers, Europhoenix Class 37s, West Midlands Railway Class 730 units, and a DB Class 66 freight locomotive. The footage includes trains operating under several operators such as East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, Europhoenix, and Midland Mainline. Additional locations mentioned include Derby, Appleford, Ely, and others. Headcodes present in the recording range from 1C71 to 5M57.
This video captures trains at Alfreton Railway Station during early hours. It features multiple locomotives, including Class 158 and Class 195 units, as well as a Class 66. The footage also includes references to freight and passenger operations, with operators such as Freightliner and Northern mentioned. Additional locations noted in the metadata include Nottingham and Par, though these may not be visible in the video. Some details, such as headcodes, are not present in the record.
This video captures behind-the-scenes footage from a three-day trip to Hull, featuring trains at various stations in and around the area. It includes services operated by Northern, Trans Pennine Express, and CrossCountry. The footage shows multiple train units, including classes 155, 158, and 170, though operators are not specified for individual units. Locations featured include Bempton, Beverley, Brough, Driffield, Ferriby, Hessle, Scarborough, and Wakefield Westgate.
This video captures train activity at Whittlesea, with additional locations including Derby and Felixstowe. It features several railcars identified as classes 158 and 170, though operators are not specified in the metadata. The record includes details about the stock present but lacks headcode information.
This video captures footage from the Boultham Level Crossing in Lincolnshire. It includes trains operated by multiple rail companies, with stock types such as classes 153, 158, 170, and 56 identified. Trains passing through include headcodes 1B86, 1K69, and 2A26. The recording location is near Boultham Junction, with trackside information indicating a distance of NOB1 31 Miles 18 Chains from the start of the line. No specific train operators are mentioned in the footage itself.
The video features multiple trains operating around Werrington Junction, including seven double-headed services, three top-and-tailed trains, and the Inspection Saloon 'Caroline' being propelled by locomotive 37418. Three named Azuma trains are also present. The content includes footage of a cement train traveling between Ketton and Avonmouth, as well as a freight service carrying military containers from Tees Dock to Dolland Moor. Various railway operators, locations, and headcodes are associated with the video.
This video features trains operating in the Peterborough area, with additional sightings at Ely and Felixstowe. The footage includes a variety of train stock, such as classes 158, 170, 60, 66, and 800, along with some 801 series units. Operators associated with the video include Cross Country, East Midlands Railway, GBRF, Hull Trains, and LNER. A headcode of 2W42 is also noted in the metadata.
This video captures activity at Brayford Wharf East in Lincoln, Lincolnshire. It includes footage of trains operating on the local rail network, with several train units identified, including classes 153, 158, and 170. Multiple operators are associated with the location, including British Railways, East Midlands Railway, EWS, Network Rail, and Northern. Several headcodes are also present, indicating various services passing through the area. The video provides a snapshot of rail operations at this level crossing, though specific service details or events are not described.
This video captures train activity at Whittlesea, featuring a variety of rolling stock including classes 158 and 170, as well as class 37 units. Additional locations referenced in the metadata include Derby, Doncaster, Ely, Felixstowe, and Peterborough. Several operators are associated with the video, including Colas, Cross Country, DB Schenker, East Midlands Railway, GBRF, and Greater Anglia. The record lacks headcode information, so specific train services are not identified.
This video captures train activity at Peterborough Railway Station. It includes footage of multiple trains, identified by stock numbers such as 158780, 158788, and 170105, among others. Operators associated with the recorded services include Cross Country, East Midlands Railway, EWS, GBRF, Grand Central, Great Northern, GWR, LNER, Northern, and Thameslink. The video also features trains with headcodes such as 0Q20, 1A23, and 1D05, indicating various services passing through or departing from Peterborough. Additional locations referenced in the metadata include Birmingham New Street, Cambridge, Nottingham, and others.
A video captures a railway incident at Leicester involving multiple trains, including 31128 assisting 50008. Several locomotives and rolling stock are identified in the footage, such as classes 150, 158, 222, 66, and 810. The operators associated with the scene include British Railways, East Midlands Railway, GBRF, Hanson & Hall, and Intercity. The event appears to involve a rescue or assistance operation, though specific details of the situation are not provided in the metadata.
A rare event is captured in this video, showing Class 31 locomotive 31128 assisting in the recovery of failed H+H Hoover 50008, which had to be removed from a railtour. The footage includes the locomotive switching back onto the hoover before heading south from Leicester station. Additional scenes feature various locomotives on depot at the UKRL's Leicester LIP facility.
This video features trains operated by East Midlands Railway and Freightliner, with several Class 158 diesel multiple units identified. The footage includes a train at Alfreton. No headcodes are present in the metadata.
The video documents a journey from Retford to Cleethorpes, where the traveler joins a parliamentary service on the Brigg Line. The trip includes visits to a restaurant in Cleethorpes and a meeting with another rail enthusiast before returning home. Several train stock numbers, operators, locations, and headcodes are identified within the video, indicating movement across various stations including Retford, Cleethorpes, Matlock, and others.
This video features a variety of train classes including Class 158, Class 170, Class 220, and Class 222 operating in the East Midlands region. The footage includes trains from CrossCountry and East Midlands Railway, with locations such as Leicester, Ely, Nottingham, and Sheffield identified. A headcode of 1E40 is also noted. The content provides a visual overview of train operations in the area.
This video captures a range of train services at Sleaford, including East Midlands Railway and Network Rail operations. It features footage from Sleaford East Level Crossing and Sleaford Railway Station, as well as nearby locations such as Southgate. Multiple train units are identified, with headcodes including 2K11, 2K13, and others. The recordings provide insight into the local rail environment, with trackside information and line speed details noted for specific sections of the route.
Several trains are visible, including classes 158 and 170, though operators are not specified for individual stock items. The footage is associated with East Midlands Railway and features the location of Alfreton. No headcodes are identified in the metadata.
This video features train stock identified as 158780 and 66780, with East Midlands Railway noted as the operator. No location or headcode information is available in the current record. The content appears to be part of a channel focused on real-world train journeys across the UK.
This video features a train operated by East Midlands Railway, with stock identified as class 158. No specific locations or headcodes are provided in the metadata. The content appears to be part of a channel focused on real-world train journeys across the UK. Additional details about the journey or route are not included in the available information.
This video captures a variety of rail stock operating in Yorkshire, including Class 150 and 158 Sprinter DMUs, as well as Class 185 DMUs, at locations such as Wakefield Westgate, Keighley, Leeds, Huddersfield, and Wakefield Kirkgate. The footage also includes other rail classes mentioned in the title. Operators associated with the content include British Railways, LNER, Northern, and Transpennine. No headcodes are provided in the metadata.
This video features LMS Stanier Jubilee 45596 'Bahamas' during a six-year period from 2019 to 2025, showcasing its operations at the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway and visits to other heritage lines including the Nene Valley Railway, Peak Rail, Severn Valley Railway, and Great Central Railway. The locomotive returned to mainline service in 2019 after a 25-year absence following an overhaul. It was later withdrawn from traffic following its appearance at the Great Central Railway's 2025 Autumn Steam Gala. The footage includes scenes from locations such as Keighley, Tyseley, and Severn Valley Railway.
This video features a variety of trains passing through Alfreton and Leeds, including locomotives from classes 158, 170, and 195. Operators identified in the footage include British Railways, East Midlands Railway, GBRF, and Northern. While no specific headcodes are listed, the presence of multiple train types and operators suggests a mix of services traversing these locations. The record contains limited details beyond the identified stock, operators, and locations.
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Lea Road trains & FoHA talks
Train jam @ Lea Road 195022, 66137 & 158789 all together 27/10/2025
A train jam is shown at Gainsborough Lea Road involving multiple services. The footage captures the departure of a Class 195 train, 195022, from platform 1 on a service from Leeds to Lincoln. A Class 66 freight train, 66137, operated by DB Schenker, is also visible, heading from Wakefield Europort to Felixstowe North with intermodal containers. Additionally, a Class 158 train, 158789, is shown on a service from Lincoln to Leeds. The event took place on 27 October 2025.
This video captures train activity at Whittlesea. Identified stock includes classes 158, 170, and 66, though operators are not specified for these units. The footage features trains operated by Cross Country, East Midlands Railway, and Greater Anglia. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video features freight and passenger trains operating in the UK. Identified stock includes multiple Class 158 and Class 195 units, though operators associated with these vehicles are not specified. The footage is likely captured near Alfreton, Leeds, and York. No headcodes are present in the metadata, indicating limited detail on specific train services.
Trains & Freight Diaries
Peterborough Trainspotting , Woman Driver Waves from Class 91 + Freight & Passenger Action #railway
This video captures a range of train movements at Peterborough Station, including passenger and freight services. It features various locomotives and rolling stock such as Class 66, 800, and 158 units, along with headcodes like 1E04, 3J30, and 1D09. Notable moments include a driver wave from a female operator on a set departing the station. The footage highlights the diversity of train operations at this key UK location.
This video features East Midlands Railway services at Alfreton and York railway stations. Two trains with stock classes 158, identified as 158780 and 158854, are shown. No headcodes are present in the metadata. The record includes operator, location, and stock information but lacks headcode details.
This video captures railway units across several locations in the Midlands and northern England, including Derby, Spondon, North Staffs Jct, Chesterfield, Crewe, Acton Bridge, and Stafford. A variety of stock types, including classes 153, 158, 165, and 170, are identified. Multiple operators are associated with the footage, such as Cross Country, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central, and others. The record does not include headcode information.
A disruption occurred at Chesterfield station when trains were not using platform one, with no immediate explanation provided. A platform change was announced before the trains arrived, and engineers later arrived around 09:30, potentially addressing a track circuit fault. The issue was resolved by approximately 11:20. Several railway locations including Alfreton, Ambergate, Doncaster, Dronfield, Long Eaton, Sheffield, Wellingborough, and Woodhouse are associated with the video. Multiple train stock numbers, operators such as East Midlands Railway, Freightliner, GBRF, GWR, Intercity, Locomotive Services Limited, and South Western Railway, along with various headcodes, were identified in the metadata.
This video captures train movements around Werrington Junction, featuring a variety of locomotive classes including 37, 43, 47, 57, 60, 66, 67, 69, 73, 91, 153, 158, 170, 180, 555, 769, 800, 801, and 803, as well as a few steam locomotives. Several operators, locations, and headcodes are also identified in the footage.
A rail tour featuring the "Lord of the Isles Pullman" is captured at Loughborough Station, part of a journey from Leicester to Inverness. The train, formed by Power Cars 43059 and 43047, departed on time and included stops at Chesterfield, York, Edinburgh, Ladybank, Perth, and Inverness. Other services seen include Class 158, 170, and 222 DMUs operating on various routes, along with Class 66 locomotives. The video highlights the Pullman service and associated rail traffic in the region.
This video highlights key moments from the UK's mainline and heritage railways in 2024. It features events such as the largest gathering of Bulleid Pacifics in preservation history, including two Merchant Navy locomotives running together for the first time in preservation. The celebration of GWR Castle Class 4079 'Pendennis Castle's centenary year and the renaming of Southern Locomotives Ltd's Battle of Britain Class 34053 'Sir Keith Park' to honor Polish and Czech RAF pilots are also covered. Various railway operators, locations, and locomotive stock are referenced throughout the content.
This video features a variety of train classes including Class 150, Class 156, Class 158, and Class 185 operating in the Birchwood and Airport areas. The operators involved are East Midlands Railway, Northern, and Transpennine. No headcodes were identified in the footage.
This video features multiple railway locomotives, including classes 158, 170, and 195, with associated stock numbers such as 158730, 158760, and 195018. Operators identified include Cross Country, DB Schenker, East Midlands Railway, and Northern. The footage appears to capture activity in locations such as Alfreton, Leeds, and Sheffield. A headcode of 1E33 is also noted.
A video captures the LMS Jubilee Class 45596 'Bahamas' operating on the Peak Rail network during summer 2024. The locomotive, which was allocated to Stockport shed in its service life, ran along a route historically used for express services between London and Manchester. It hauled passenger trains and driver experiences on the former Midland Main Line between Matlock and Rowsley. The footage includes scenes from Darley Dale and Matlock, with the locomotive's presence marking a significant event for the railway.
This video captures railway activity around Werrington Junction, featuring views from Cock Lane and Foxcovert Road. It includes footage of services rerouted due to track issues on the ECML Up Fast line south of Stoke Tunnel, a Midland Pullman rail tour between Durham and Chelmsford, and a visit to Lincoln Road where enthusiasts gathered to see train 37901 during an empty stock move to Yarmouth. Various locomotives and rolling stock are identified, along with multiple locations across the network.
This video features a variety of train units at Bradford-on-Avon and nearby locations. It includes Class 158, Class 165, and Class 166 diesel multiple units, with operators such as Cross Country and Great Western Railway represented. The footage captures trains in the area, though specific headcodes are not identified in the current record.
This video features a variety of rail stock operating in northern England, including Class 158, 170, and 185 diesel multiple units, as well as a Class 37 and 68 locomotive. The footage captures services running through Scarborough, Malton, Leeds, York, and Wakefield Westgate, with some operators identified as British Railways, LNER, Northern, and Transpennine. The record includes details of the rolling stock but lacks headcode information.
This video captures railway activity across several locations in July 2023, including Hatfield, Wakefield Westgate, Rotherham Central, Meadowhall, Sheffield, Stevenage, Durham, Lee, and Leeds. A variety of train types are shown, such as Class 150, 158, 195, 222, and others, operated by companies including LNER, Cross Country, Northern, Hull Trains, Great Northern, and DB Schenker. The footage includes different train services and infrastructure, offering a glimpse into the diverse rail operations in the region.
This video features train spotting at St Erth, capturing services operated by Great Western Railway. The footage includes trains from several classes, such as Class 43, Class 150, Class 158, and Class 802. The next video in the series is expected to focus on train spotting at Penzance.
The video features a range of train services around Werrington Junction, including passenger and freight movements. It includes footage from Cock Lane, Lincoln Road, and Hurn Road, showing various locomotives and services. Among the trains captured are Class 47s, Class 158s, Class 170s, and Class 66s, with mentions of services such as a City of Truro locomotive, freight operations, and diverted ECML weekend services. Operators referenced include Blue Pullman, British Railways, Freightliner, West Coast Railways, and others. Locations covered include Ely, Leicester, Lincoln, Peterborough, Scarborough, and Truro.
This video features a Class 56 locomotive, numbered 56078, operating on a route that includes Longport, Lancaster, and Carlisle. Additional Class 158 units are also present in the footage. The content is associated with Colas as the operator. No headcode information is available in the current record.
This video features a variety of railway stock captured at Peterborough and surrounding locations on the East Coast Mainline. It includes London North Eastern Railway Class 225s, Class 800/801 'Azuma' units, Hull Trains Class 802 'Paragon' Bi-Mode units, Grand Central Class 180 'Adelante' DMUs, Great Northern Class 387 'Electrostar' EMUs, Thameslink Class 700 'Desiro City' EMUs, Cross Country Class 170 'Turbostar' DMUs, and East Midlands Railway Class 158 and 156 DMUs. Freight services operated by Freightliner, GBRF, and DB Cargo are also shown.
This video captures early morning activity at Chesterfield station. It includes footage of various train stock, including classes 158, 222, and 43, as well as headcodes such as 1V44, 6L45, and 6M56. The operators featured include Cross Country, East Midlands Railway, Freightliner, GBRF, Intercity, and Northern. Additional locations mentioned are Leeds and Plymouth. The footage was recorded on a day when the weather was favourable, offering a pleasant setting for filming around Chesterfield station.
A video shows East Midlands Railway Class 158 'Express Sprinter' diesel multiple units departing from Nottingham. The units involved include 158858 and 158780, though other units such as 158790 and 170398 are also noted in the metadata. The service is described as running between Norwich and Liverpool Lime Street. While some details about the specific service or headcode are not included in the data, the footage captures the departure of these trains from Nottingham on an unspecified date.
A video captured on 11 January 2022 shows a journey through Bingham aboard an East Midlands Railway Class 158 'Express Sprinter' DMU, numbered 158780. The service is part of the route from Norwich to Liverpool Lime Street. The footage includes views of Bingham, Norwich, and Liverpool Lime Street, with Nottingham also noted as a location. No headcode information is available in the current record.
Trains from multiple operators, including British Railways, Colas, and East Midlands Railway, are visible at locations such as Spalding, Peterborough, and Doncaster. Several headcodes are identified, indicating different train services running through the area. The footage highlights the movement of freight and passenger trains across the network.
This video captures a selection of trains passing through Spalding and Hope in August 2021. It features various locomotive types, including classes 156, 158, 47, 56, 57, and 66, though specific operators are not identified. Several headcodes are noted, indicating different services running through the area during this period. The footage provides a snapshot of rail activity at the time, with limited variety in traction types observed.
This video captures railway scenes in Cardiff during the early 1990s, featuring a variety of train classes including 31, 37, 47, 56, and HSTs. The footage includes views from Cardiff Riverside Station, which was later demolished. Several locomotives and carriages are shown, though operators and headcodes are not identified in the metadata. The recording highlights the state of railway infrastructure and stock during that period, with some mention of the condition of the rolling stock.
This video features a slideshow of images capturing the re-alignment of the Stamford lines during the Werrington Junction Upgrade around Christmas and New Year. It includes footage of regular train services before, during, and after the works. The locations shown include Werrington Junction, Peterborough, Stamford, and Walton. Various train stock types are identified, though operators are not specified in the metadata.
This video presents a slideshow of photographs captured around Werrington Junction between September and December 2019. It features images of various railway stock, including classes 153, 158, 170, and 180, some of which are described as weather-worn. The footage also highlights the final days of HST services in the area. Operators associated with the content include British Railways, Cross Country, DB Schenker, East Midlands Railway, EWS, Freightliner, GBRF, Grand Central, Intercity, and LNER. The location primarily focuses on Werrington Junction, with some references to Durham.
This video shows railway activity at Werrington Junction and Stamford prior to a line possession event in early 2019. It captures the existing and new alignment of the Up Stamford line before it was connected to a newly created deviation, part of work to enable the Werrington Junction dive-under project near the East Coast Main Line. The footage includes trains operated by Cross Country, Freightliner, and GBRF, with several locomotives identified but no headcodes provided.
This video captures trains at Derby and the University area. It features a variety of locomotives including classes 158, 31, 43, and 47, with stock numbers such as 158780, 31128, 43050, 43054, 43207, and 47828. The operators associated with the footage include British Railways, Cross Country, East Midlands Railway, Intercity, and West Coast Railways. No headcodes are identified in the metadata.
The content features several locomotives, identified as classes 158 and 37, though operator details are not specified in the metadata. The filmmaker notes that filming took place following a holiday period and highlights the presence of these trains through August. No headcodes were recorded in the available data.
This video captures trains at Norwich, featuring a variety of rolling stock including Class 47, 82, 156, 158, and 170 units. The footage includes multiple locomotives and carriages in different liveries, some of which are associated with operators such as Direct Rail Services, East Midlands Railway, Greater Anglia, Northern, and Southeastern. Additional locations referenced include Colchester, Dean, and Ore. While the video provides a visual record of trains during the NXEA era, specific headcodes are not included in the metadata.
This video features a collection of railway units filmed at Ely, Peterborough, Cambridge, and Ipswich between 19th and 21st June 2016. The footage includes multiple units such as classes 153, 156, 158, and 170. While the operators associated with these units are not specified in the metadata, several railway operators are listed in the record. No headcodes were identified in the content.
This video captures activity at Manchester Piccadilly Station. It includes footage of several rail vehicles, identified as classes 142 and 150, though operators are not specified. Additional locations mentioned include Buxton, Chester, Ore, and Preston. The record lacks headcode information.
This video captures East Midlands Railway services at Lincoln Central Station. Several train units are visible, including Class 153 and Class 156 diesel multiple units, though specific operators for these units are not identified in the metadata. The footage is set at Lincoln Central Station, with no headcodes provided in the record.
A video captures the departure of a Class 158 diesel multiple unit, numbered 158780, from Nottingham heading towards Lincoln. The footage shows the train beginning its journey, with the locations of Nottingham and Lincoln identified in the metadata. While the specific operator is not listed, the stock information indicates the type of rolling stock involved. No headcode details are provided in the record.
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Lea Road trains & FoHA talks
EMR 158780 2K14 Peterborough to Doncaster calls at platform 2 14;14 Lea Road 21/7/2025
A Class 158 diesel multiple unit, numbered 158780, operates a service from Peterborough to Doncaster, calling at Gainsborough Lea Road. The train is identified by headcode 2K14 and runs on time. The footage captures the train arriving at platform 2 at Lea Road. The operator is listed as East Midlands Railway, with British Railways also noted in the metadata.