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This video explores the history of the British Rail Class 31 locomotive through a compilation of three programmes, covering its service from 1969 to 2008. It features various examples of the class in different liveries and locations across the UK, including East Anglia, Colchester, Leicester, Reading, and Guide Bridge. The footage includes scenes of the locomotives on freight and passenger services, such as postal work, snow plough duties, and the famous north-west 'Club Trains'. Specific units mentioned include 31001, 31017, 31101, and 31113, with references to operators like British Railways and Freightliner.

This video captures a train journey from Stratford-upon-Avon via Birmingham. It features multiple stock units, including classes 158, 172, and 31, with operators such as Blue Pullman, British Railways, Cross Country, EWS, GWR, and West Midlands Trains. The route includes locations like Lapworth, Solihull, Stratford-upon-Avon, Wick, and Worcester Foregate Street. While the specific headcode is not provided, the footage offers a view of train operations across these areas.

This video captures the East Lancashire Railway's Autumn Steam Gala 2022, featuring a gathering of preserved locomotives from the Lancashire & Yorkshire Railway and other operators. Among the stock present are Class 27 52322, Class 23 51456, Pug No.19, and others, with some receiving special liveries for the event. The event took place at locations including East Lancashire Railway, Bolton, Fleet, Goole, Keighley, Ramsbottom, and Summerseat. Notable appearances include a Southern locomotive making its final gala run before an extended overhaul.