31102

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.

A sunny day at Preston features a variety of trains, including Avanti West Coast Class 390 Pendolinos, TransPennine Express Class 397 and 802 units, Northern Classes 150, 195, 323, and 331, DB Class 66 freight stock, and EPR Class 37s. The video includes footage of a railtour departing the station with two Class 37 locomotives, alongside regular passenger services and freight movements. Trains are seen operating across several locations including Barrow-in-Furness, Blackpool North, Dundee, Glasgow Central, Hope, Liverpool Lime Street, London Euston, Manchester Airport, and Mossend EuroTerminal. Headcodes present include 1M88, 1N50, 1Y5

A video captures train activity at Wigan North Western, featuring a variety of services and locomotives. The footage includes the Branch Line Society’s ‘Down to Dundee’ Railtour hauled by Class 37s, freight movements, and a ROG movement with Class 93s transporting barrier coaches to Derby. Passenger trains from operators such as Avanti West Coast, Northern, DB Schenker, DRS, and others are also present. Trains spotted include multiple classes, including Pendolino, Class 150, 158, 323, 331, and others. The video highlights a mix of services at the location.

A model railway layout features a Bachmann-branded OO gauge representation of British Rail Class 31 diesel locomotive No. 31102, operating in BR Blue livery, alongside mineral open bogie wagons. The scene is set at Carlisle, with the model railway operated by the Border Model Railway Society. Additional stock numbers, including 31123, are noted in the metadata, though no operator or headcode information is provided.

This video features extended footage from a visit to Crewe in October 1990, showcasing freight, passenger, and light engine operations. It includes original sound for an immersive experience. The content highlights various British Rail stock, including locomotives 31102, 37407, and 37427, across locations such as Crewe and Reading. The video provides a glimpse into railway activity during the era of British Railways and related operators.

This video explores the history of trains in the East Midlands region, focusing on the British Railways Blue era from the 1970s through to locomotives appearing in Railfreight livery. It features a range of historical images and includes references to various operators such as British Railways, East Midlands Railway, Intercity, and Hanson & Hall. Locations covered include Leicester, Nottingham, Knighton, Loughborough, Market Harborough, and others across the region. Several locomotive stock numbers and headcodes are also identified within the content.

A model railway layout operated by the Border Model Railway Society features a HORNBY-branded OO Gauge replica of British Rail Class 31 No. 31102, depicted in BR Blue livery, hauling a parcel train. The scene is set in Carlisle, with the locomotive and rolling stock displayed in a clubroom at Carlisle Citadel Station. The video provides a visual representation of this model setup, showcasing the historical diesel locomotive and its associated freight service. No headcode information is included in the record.

This video explores the history and operations of the British Rail Class 56 diesel locomotives, often referred to as "The Grids," which played a crucial role in Britain's freight transport for over two decades. It covers their origins, engineering challenges, evolution into Class 69s, and their significance in hauling coal, steel, and aggregates. The footage includes locomotives such as 31102, 31134, and others, operating across locations including Wolverhampton, Basingstoke, Cardiff Central, Chesterfield, Guide Bridge, Huddersfield, Knottingley, London Cannon Street, Reading, and Stalybridge. Headcodes such as 1D05, 1M23, and 1R00 are also noted in the metadata.

It includes footage of locomotives such as 37422, 37667, and 66660, which made its debut this month. The content highlights regular services transporting goods between locations including Shotton, Avonmouth, and Margam, with specific headcodes identified for these operations. Several operators are involved, including Colas and DB Schenker.

Various train stock numbers are identified, including classes 158, 31, 331, and 333, along with headcodes such as 0R60, 4I55, and 5Z72. The locations covered include several along the Airedale Line, such as Bredbury, Brigg, Leeds, Shipley, and Skipton. Operators associated with the footage include British Railways, GBRF, and Northern.

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 features railway stock from July 2003, including locomotives such as 37142, several 47s, and a pair of 50s, along with steam engines 92214/219 and 6233. The footage shows 37142 being prepared for removal from a depot with assistance from another locomotive, followed by a visit to Peak Rail where various units are displayed. Locations mentioned include Llangollen, Butterley, Buxton, Darley Dale, Matlock, and Rowsley South. Operators associated with the stock include British Railways and Network South East.

This video presents a collection of images from the Bescot Depot, Station, and Yard, capturing locomotives that were once stationed or marshalled there between the late 1970s and early 2000s. A range of locomotive types, including classes 150, 153, and 31, are shown in various liveries. The footage also includes references to multiple operators such as British Railways, Direct Rail Services, EWS, Freightliner, Intercity, Virgin Trains, and BR Sectors. Locations mentioned include Cricklewood, Lytham, Tame Bridge Parkway, The Lakes, and Walsall.

This video captures passenger train movements at Butterley Station and surrounding areas. It includes footage of various locomotives, including classes 141, 31, 37, 46, 47, and 56, as well as headcodes 0Z73 and 1V67. The recording was made later in the day following a busy morning at Crewe Open Day. The footage features locations such as Butterley, Crewe, and Swanwick Junction.