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159103

Class 159

Videos featuring 159103

It features services operated by South Western Railway, including Class 158, 159, 444, 450, 455, and 701 rolling stock. Trains shown include regional, metro, and express services, with some units noted as converted or newer models. The footage was recorded between 11:00 and 12:35 on a weekday midday. Several locations are mentioned in the metadata, though not all may be visible in the video.
It features diesel multiple units (DMUs) from classes 150, 158, and 159 operating on passenger services, as well as steam locomotive 34067 'Tangmere' and its support crew. The footage was recorded in a scenic area that includes stations such as Bradford-on-Avon, Claverton Down, and the Dundas Aqueduct. The journey covers sections connecting to major routes like London Paddington to Bristol Temple Meads.
This video captures railway activity at Worting Junction, near Basingstoke, featuring British Railways in the 2010s. It includes footage of GWR Steam Locomotive 5043 operating The 'Moonraker' rail tour between Solihull and Salisbury, along with various freight and passenger services. EWS Class 66 locomotives and Freightliner units are also visible, alongside other stock such as Classes 159, 444, 50, 59, and 66. The footage includes views of the Battledown Viaduct and captures conditions at the junction during a day with changing weather.
The video features multiple trains at Exeter St David’s station. Identified stock includes classes 150, 158, 159, 20, 220, and 800, though operators are not specifically linked to individual units. Operators mentioned in the metadata include Cross Country, GWR, South Western Railway, and West Midlands Trains. However, specific locations and headcodes are not provided in the available data. The record is limited in terms of detailed operational context, with some key fields missing.
This video explores the East Devon Line, including visits to Yeovil Junction in Somerset and Chapelton on the Tarka Line. It is part of a broader project aiming to visit every station in Britain, starting from Penzance and ending at Thurso. The footage includes various railway stock and locations across different regions, with operators such as British Railways, GWR, Network Rail, and others featured. While no headcodes are listed, the video provides an overview of train spotting activities and highlights several key stations along the route.
Trains & Buses in Bridgwater
The Devon Trainspotter
Trains & Buses in Bridgwater
This video captures trains and buses in Bridgwater and surrounding areas, including locations such as Broadway, Exeter St Davids, Minehead, Par, Penally, and Taunton. Several train stock numbers are identified, including 150103, 153376, 159008, 159103, 165101, 165103, 166202, 166203, 221139, and 800302. Operators associated with the region include British Railways, Cross Country, East Coast, East Midlands Railway, EWS, GBRF, GWR, and South Western Railway. The record lacks headcode information.
This video captures a variety of trains and buses at Exeter St Davids, with several train units identified including classes 150 and 159. The footage also includes references to locations such as Cardiff Central, Hope, Penzance, Plymouth, and Torquay. Operators associated with the content include British Railways, Colas, Cross Country, DB Schenker, GWR, Network Rail, Northern, South Western Railway, Southeastern, and West Midlands Trains. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video explores the history of South West Trains from 2007 to 2017, examining whether the operator can be considered a failure. It includes references to various railway operators, locations such as Ashford International, Bournemouth, and Portsmouth Harbour, and locomotive stock including classes 158, 159, 444, 450, and 456. The content provides an overview of the franchise's operations and challenges during this period.
This video explores potential solutions for decarbonising South Western Railway’s network, including electrification and battery-hybrid technology. It features a visit to Salisbury Traincare Depot, where discussions take place with South Western Railway's Engineering & Infrastructure Director about challenges and future plans. Topics include the progress of electrification on the Isle of Wight’s Island Line, weather-related issues at Honiton Tunnel, vegetation encroachment, and the potential for retrofitting rolling stock or using Electric Multiple Units. The video also touches on comparisons with other railway projects in the West of England.
This video captures train activity at Exeter St Davids. Several locomotives are visible, including 47712 and 47828, along with other stock numbers such as 150261, 158950, 159103, and 165101. The operators associated with the video include Cross Country, GWR, and West Midlands Trains. No headcodes are identified in the metadata.
This video features a variety of trains captured at locations including Westbury, Salisbury, Eastleigh, Newport, Ore, and Oval. The footage includes multiple units from classes 158 and 159, though specific operators are not identified in the metadata. The record lacks headcode information, which may limit further details about specific services.
A train consisting of units 158889 and 159108 departs from Southampton Central heading towards Salisbury. The video captures the departure of this service, though specific operator details and headcodes are not included in the metadata. The locations involved are clearly identified as Southampton Central and Salisbury. The record contains information on the stock units used but lacks data on the operating company and service number.