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230006
Class 230
Videos featuring 230006
A video captures D1015 Western Champion, a Class 52 diesel locomotive, operating in the Welsh Marches during the 2000s. It is seen with two railtours, passing Wellington (HFDs), Haywood Tunnel, and departing Hereford. The footage includes the sound of the locomotive, likened to a Spitfire due to its speed and noise. The video features multiple stock items, including Class 230, 37, and 60 units, with operators associated as British Railways and Transport For Wales. Locations include Hereford and Wellington. Headcode information is not available in the record.
A Class 37 diesel locomotive, numbered 37698 and painted in Loadhaul livery with an EWS door, is shown operating a wagonload service from Hereford. The footage captures the locomotive's movement as it arrives at the station and is subsequently shunted into old diesel sidings before continuing its journey north. Other Class 37 and Class 230 locomotives are also identified in the video, along with a headcode of 6M75.
This video captures train activity at Crewe in 2002, featuring a variety of rolling stock including Class 56, HST, and Cross Country services. The footage includes multiple locomotives and passenger trains, with some identifiable by their class numbers. Operators such as British Railways, Cross Country, and others are represented. Additional locations include Lancaster. While specific headcodes are not provided in the metadata, the video offers a glimpse into railway operations from that era.
This video features the 4472 Flying Scotsman, a historic steam locomotive, as it arrives at Worcester station and is captured in various shots around the area. The footage is believed to date from the early 2000s, though an exact date remains uncertain. Several locomotives are identified in the metadata, including 230006, 37418, and 60096, with associated operators such as British Railways, LNER, Rail Express Systems, and Transport For Wales. However, specific locations and headcodes are not provided in the record.
This video features a collection of weedkiller trains, including Hunslet and Barclay Class 20s and Transrail Class 37s operating at Hereford. Notably, one of the Class 37 locomotives, 37679, is highlighted in recent rail news regarding potential return to service discussions. The footage captures the spraying process from a Class 37-hauled train, offering insight into this specific type of railway operation.
This video captures footage of Colas-operated Rail Head Treatment Trains in the Hereford area, primarily using Class 56 and 66 motive power. The trains are seen performing their duties of cleaning leaves from the tracks. Some shots include a locomotive taking the set to Gloucester Horton Road, with Class 56 units based at Horton Road running on Sundays and Class 66 units based at Barton Road in Bristol operating Monday to Saturday during daylight hours. Additional footage shows the RHTT shoving a failed stone train, along with some new locations being explored.
A train passing through Hereford is shown in this video, with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge on board during a tour of Great Britain. The journey included stops in Edinburgh, Berwick, and Manchester, heading towards Wales. The footage was captured at 22:56 as the train moved south. The train's stock includes units labeled 230006, 37418, and 66006, operated by British Railways and Transport For Wales.
This video captures locomotives 37667 and 521 during a private charter operated by Locomotive Services Limited. The footage shows the pair passing Tram Inn on the Oxford to Crewe route, identified by headcode 1Z37. Additional shots include Avonmouth Cement and a light engine 57 at Worcester Parkway. The recording includes several locomotives from classes 230, 37, and 66, though operators are not specified for individual units.
This video features a collection of High Speed Trains (HSTs) with Paxman Valenta 2250hp engines, primarily from the First Great Western, Intercity, and Virgin Cross Country fleets. The footage spans from the early 1990s to around 2007/08 and captures various Class 43 and other rolling stock in operation across the West and North West of England and Wales. Many of these trains are now being retired or scrapped due to their age. The content highlights the historical significance of the HST, which was a key development for British rail travel.
The video shows locomotive 46229 Duchess of Hamilton operating on the Welsh Marches route during the 1990s, pulling railtours and navigating challenging terrain such as Llanvihangel Bank. The footage captures the loco in its original red livery and highlights some of its final mainline runs before it was preserved at the National Railway Museum. Locations featured include Bank, Hereford, and Moreton. The locomotive is now restored to its original streamlined appearance.
This video captures railway scenes from Bescot Stadium and Derby in the early 1990s, featuring a variety of locomotives including classes 23, 31, and 37. The footage includes multiple visits to Saltley and Bescot Yard, showcasing various diesel and electric locomotives operating during that period. While specific operators are listed in the metadata, they are not explicitly mentioned in the video description. The content provides a nostalgic look at railway operations from this era.
This video captures a variety of trains at Witham in 2001, including push-pull units, Class 321 electric multiple units, and a Freightliner 57 freight locomotive. The footage was filmed by the uploader's father when the uploader was four years old, with some background sounds from the child on the platform. Several train stock items are identified in the metadata, along with the operator Freightliner and location Witham. No headcodes are included in the record.
A video captures the final runs of diesel locomotive-hauled services on the Rhymney Valley Line in December 2005, featuring several historic locomotives including 33207, 37411, 37419, and others. The footage includes onboard and lineside views of trains operating between Cardiff and Rhymney, with some scenes shot near Gilfach Fargoed. The event was organised as a 'Diesel Gala' by Arriva ahead of the end of Class 37/4 services on the route. Operators associated with the event include British Railways, Colas, and Transport For Wales.
A train carrying stone from Moreton to Small Heath becomes stranded near Hereford and requires assistance. Rescue efforts involve additional trains, including 66846 and 850 from the Bristol RHTT. The incident involves several locomotives and highlights railway operations in the area.
This video captures railway activity involving multiple locomotives and wagons during a busy weekend. It shows 97302 transporting the North Wales Rail Head Treatment Train set for wheel turning, with movements recorded at Tram Inn and Dinmore. Other footage includes 66033 operating on the Dee Marsh Steel service, as well as 66555 running light from Crewe to East Usk. Additional shots feature various locomotives and wagons at Malbrook and Tram Inn. The record includes details of several stock items and locations but lacks headcode information.
A video captures the movement of several historic locomotives, including Britannia 70000 and 75014 Braveheart, during a railtour around Hereford in what is believed to be circa 1995. The footage shows the locomotives navigating a slippery section of track near Shelwick Hills and includes scenes from Hereford and the surrounding area, including the Wye crossing. Britannia 70000 is currently in mainline running condition, while 75014 Braveheart is preserved at the Dartmouth Steam Railway. The video also references locations such as Crewe and mentions operators including British Railways and Transport For Wales.
A video captures GBRf Class 50 stock, including 50007 and 49, during a movement from Long Marston to Leicester. The footage shows the locomotives working near Norton, Worcester, with some Ex Greater Anglia stock involved in the operation. The recording highlights the locomotives in action during daylight conditions. Several other stock items are identified, including Class 23, 37, and 60 units, though operators for these are not specified. The video provides insight into railway operations involving multiple classes of rolling stock.
This video shows a visit to Wigan CRDC around 2002, capturing scenes of derelict locomotives being prepared for scrap. Several British Railways and EWS class 37 and 230 locomotives are visible, though most appear abandoned or non-operational. One notable locomotive, 37407, is noted as saved, while another, 47768, remains in a non-running condition at Carnforth. The footage provides a glimpse into the state of preserved and discarded railway stock during this period.
A train journey along the Heart of Wales line is captured in this footage, showing locomotives 45407 and 76069 operating on jointed track. The route includes sections near Sugar Loaf, Near Builth, LLandridnod, and Pen-y-Bont. The train travels from Crewe via Newport back to Crewe. While some stock and location details are identified, operator information is not clearly specified in the metadata.
This video captures various railway operations, including GBRf 50049 moving through Bromsgrove with two barrier coaches and 50007 at the rear. Additional footage shows 43014/62 operating on the NMT route near Withington and 56302 leading a train of autoballasters through Tram Inn. The locations featured include Bromsgrove, Newport, Leicester, Derby, Hereford, Swansea, and Crewe, with one headcode identified as 5Z52.
The video captures several train movements across different locations. At Abbotswood Junction, trains 68016 and 017 are seen working on service 6M56 between Berkeley and Crewe, followed shortly after by another train with 66301 and 304 on service 6Z30 from Devonport to Crewe. Earlier in the day, train 37254 was recorded moving through Leominster as part of service 1Q94 from Crewe to Derby via Newport. The footage includes various locomotives and services operating across multiple locations.
A train carrying a wagon load failed at Hereford due to low power, high water temperature, and fire bells, prompting rescue by another locomotive. The failed train was later towed southbound. Additional locomotives were seen operating on the line, including one leading a test train from the Malverns Line and another heading towards Ledbury. Several other locomotives were also present at the location.
A rare footage captures Black 5 45110 being assisted by Standard Class 4 80079 on the Lickey Incline near Bromsgrove. This event took place during a round trip from Nuneaton to Gloucester, marking the last mainline appearance of 80079 before it was used on preserved lines and eventually stored at Highley on the Severn Valley Railway. The video shows the Black 5 climbing the steep gradient with support from the Class 4 locomotive, which later detaches and returns towards Bromsgrove.
This video features a variety of railway scenes, including Green Class 20s locomotives operating on the Bristol–Crewe route, with 20107 and 20096 seen at Dunhampstead. Other footage includes 57310 on a 350 drag at Norton Junction, 56087/105 on the Gloucester RHTT, 66088 on the Dee Marsh steel at Moreton-on-Lugg, and 66776 on an Avonmouth cement train. The content includes several locomotives from different classes and locations across various routes.
This video features footage of Class 37 diesel locomotives operating on the China Clay slurry 'Silver Bullets' freight service in the 1990s. The trains, often double-headed, were known for carrying heavy loads along routes through Devon, the Welsh Marches, and northern areas of the UK. The footage was captured at locations including Moreton-on-Lugg, Hereford, and Shrewsbury. Several locomotives are identified, though operator information is not specified in the metadata.
This video captures scenes from Crewe Station in 1993, showing various train operations of that era. The footage includes locomotive-hauled services and original electric trains, offering a contrast to modern practices. Identified rolling stock includes classes 230, 37, and 43, though operators are not specified for these units. The video provides a historical perspective on railway activity at Crewe during the early 1990s.
A video captures a Class 56 locomotive, 56046, in action with several Class 37 diesel units near Hereford. The footage shows the locomotive departing at speed, accompanied by 37185, 37225, and what was initially identified as 37254, later corrected to 37264. The latter is noted as being preserved on the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Some of the Class 37 units involved were later scrapped, while others continue in service with Colas Rail.
A locomotive, identified as 40145, is shown during a journey along the Central Wales Line in 2007. The footage captures its movement from Sugar Loaf, having previously operated from Crewe to Cardiff via Cheltenham, and continues through locations including Llantwryd, Lllandridnod, and Pen-y-bont. Other locomotives, such as 230006, 37418, and 60096, are also present in the video. The operators associated with the footage include British Railways and Transport For Wales. Headcodes 0Z47 and 1Z47 are noted in the metadata.
A video shows locomotive 37411 operating on a service from Hereford to Newport as part of the 6M75 headcode. The footage captures the locomotive in action, with additional stock numbers including 230006, 37418, 60096, and D6990 also identified. Operators associated with the video include British Railways and Transport For Wales. The locations of Hereford and Newport are noted in the metadata.
A railtour operated by Pathfinder Railtours on 28 March 2009 featured locomotives 37401, 60024, and 08567, traveling from Nottingham to South Wales. The journey included movements along the Tondu branch, Ebbw Vale line, and towards Uskmouth powerstation, with stops at Newport and Tondu. The tour was planned as a last passenger train for Machen and originally intended to reach Cwmbargoed. The route involved multiple locomotives working in sequence to transport the train across various sections of the network.
A converted 1980 London Underground D Stock unit, numbered 230006, is seen operating in the Hereford area on a route between Long Marston and Wrexham. Transport for Wales will operate five three-car diesel-battery hybrid units on several lines, including the Borderlands Line, Conwy Valley line, and Chester to Crewe line. The units are expected to become a regular sight in certain regions. Other units of this type are also reported to be in service between Bletchley and Bedford.
A video shows Transport for Wales Class 230 diesel multiple units, numbered 230006 and 230007, during test runs or mileage accumulation. The footage captures the trains passing through Droitwich Spa on a route from Worcester T.C. to Stourbridge Jn Goods Loop. No headcodes are identified in the record.
A rail vehicle identified as 230006 was observed during test runs or mileage accumulation at Worcestershire Parkway. The footage shows the train operating on a route that connects to and from Worcester Shrub Hill. Transport for Wales is noted as the operator associated with this vehicle. No headcode information is available in the current record.
A video captures test runs of Transport for Wales Class 230 diesel multiple unit 230006 operating between Evesham and Honeybourne. The footage includes clips filmed at Honeybourne station, with one segment showing the train departing, though it was not fully recorded. No headcodes are present in the metadata.
The footage also includes a light engine move involving a Rail Operations Group Class 37 locomotive at Ridgemont, as well as views of Class 350 and 377 trains at Bletchley. Several locations along the route are featured, including Bedford, Bletchley, and others. The video highlights the presence of British Railways D Stock and other rolling stock in service on this line.
It includes footage filmed at Bedford, Lidlington, Bedford St Johns, Bletchley, and Fenny Stratford, with interior shots captured at Bletchley and Fenny Stratford. The train is operated by London Northwestern Railway and is part of the Vivarail Class 230 fleet. No headcodes are present in the metadata.