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Videos featuring 37683
This video explores the operations of Direct Rail Services (DRS), a rail freight company established to handle nuclear flask traffic and later expanded into broader commercial markets. It highlights various freight services, including nuclear flask trains, nitric acid trains, and intermodal services. Notable locations featured include Durham, Dungeness, Purfleet, and others. The footage includes locomotives from Class 20 and Class 66, with one headcode identified as 6C66. The content provides insight into the diverse freight movements associated with DRS's growth and operations.
This video captures train and freight activity around Disley in the 1980s. It features British Railways Class 37 diesel locomotives, including units numbered 37380, 37676, 37683, and 37685. The footage includes scenes from Disley, Hazel Grove, and Stockport. While specific headcodes are not identified in the record, the content offers a nostalgic look at railway operations from that era.
This video features a collection of railway stock, including classes 20 and 37, captured at locations such as Bridgwater, Bedminster, and The Lakes. The content appears to document the history of Bridgwater Flasks, with references to operations from 2013 to 2017. Several operators are associated with the footage, including British Railways, Cross Country, Direct Rail Services, Freightliner, Hanson & Hall, and West Coast Railways. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
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BR in the 1990's Peak Forest Area + Great Rocks From July 1991 to October 1994 (Re - Mastered)
This video features re-mastered archive footage of British Railways operations in the Peak Forest area during the 1990s, focusing on Great Rocks Junction and Peak Forest Sidings. It includes diesel locomotives from classes 31 and 37, with specific examples such as 31180, 31270, 31294, 31306, 37026, 37066, 37075, 37107, 37414, and 37417. The footage captures railway activity between July 1991 and October 1994, with enhanced video quality and colour correction applied to the original material.
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The UK's Largest Model Railway Show - NEC Birmingham, Penultimate Pathfinder Tour & Black 5 44871
This video captures highlights from the National Festival of Railway Modelling at NEC Birmingham, featuring model railway layouts and manufacturer displays. It also includes footage of Black 5 44871 operating at Severn Tunnel Junction and locomotive 37669 hauling the penultimate Pathfinder railtour. The event showcased a variety of model railways across different scales, along with merchandise and trade stands. Stock numbers, operators, locations, and headcodes are included where available.
This video features a collection of train sounds recorded across various locations in the UK, including Angel, Oxford, and Stafford. It includes footage of multiple trains, with stock identifiers such as 150139 and several 37-class units. Operators associated with the content include Avanti West Coast, British Railways, C2C, Cross Country, and others. The video provides a soundscape of train operations on the UK railway network.
Several locomotives and railcars are visible, including classes 20, 37, 47, and 56, though operators are not specified for these units. The footage includes a tour of the area by a diesel multiple unit. Locations mentioned include London Euston, Northampton, and Norwich. The event highlights the accessibility of exhibits, ranging from historic to modern rail equipment.
This video captures train movements in West Wales during the summer of 2004, featuring multiple services including 37521 "English China Clays" and 37689 as they pass through lesser-known stations and viewpoints. At Whitland, 37402 with Virgin stock is recorded heading towards Fishguard. The footage includes various liveries on Class 158 and Class 153 units, though specific operators are not identified in the metadata.
This video features a collection of short visits to various locations across the UK during the early 1990s, focusing on railway-related sites. It includes footage from Ulceby on Humberside, Lockerbie in Scotland, Kingmoor, Lincoln, Bolton, Peak Forest Sidings, and several other locations in northern England. The content highlights different locomotive classes such as 150, 20, 31, and 37, associated with British Railways and its various sectors during that era.
This video captures railway scenes from early May 1988 near Manchester, featuring a variety of classic British Rail traction units. It includes freight and passenger services, with notable locomotives such as Class 37s, Class 08, Class 47, Class 108, Class 142, Class 303, and EMUs operating on local routes. The footage shows activity around Ashburys, Manchester Piccadilly, Guide Bridge, Marple, and Hadfield. While specific headcodes are not provided, the video highlights the diversity of operations during this period.
This video showcases various freight trains and ECS moves on the mainline, featuring multiple locomotives working in tandem. Identified stock includes classes 158, 166, 37, 57, and 66, with operators such as British Railways, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services (DRS), EWS, Freightliner, and GWR represented. The footage provides a glimpse into the diversity of freight operations over recent years, though specific locations and headcodes are not detailed in the metadata.
This video shows a group of British Railways Class 37 diesel locomotives, including units numbered 37406, 37411, 37415, 37417, 37426, and 37683, gathered in a scrap yard in Rotherham. The footage was taken during an organised visit to view the site where Direct Rail Services (DRS) had relocated a large number of redundant locomotives for disposal. London Underground stock is also present in the yard. No specific locations or headcodes are mentioned in the metadata.
This video features a collection of withdrawn railway locomotives, including classes 20, 37, 47, 56, and 87, captured at Long Marston in 2008. The footage is part of a tour focusing on diesel multiple units (DMUs) and includes various liveries and classes. Some operators associated with the locomotives include British Railways, EWS, London Northwestern Railway, and Transpennine. Additional locations mentioned are Crewe and Norwich. The video provides a historical snapshot of these locomotives, though specific headcodes are not included in the metadata.
A train comprising DRS 37688 and 37611 passes through Northfield station, operating on the Crewe to Berkeley service with headcode 6V73. The video captures the movement of these Class 37 diesel units, which are operated by Direct Rail Services. Additional stock numbers 37682 and 37683 are also noted in the metadata. The footage provides a glimpse into the operation of this service during its run on 17 June 2015.
A rail journey in South Wales is captured, featuring train units including 37689 and 37402. The route includes stops at Clarbeston Road Junction, Whitland, Carmarthen, Barry, and Ford. The video also mentions a return trip via Aberthaw on the coast. Operators such as Virgin Trains are referenced, along with stock from the 37 class. The footage appears to document a day out involving both rail travel and a car journey between these locations.
A video captures a rare instance of multiple Class 37 diesel locomotives working together at Westerleigh Junction near Yate, Bristol. The footage shows Direct Rail Services (DRS) locomotives 37688, 37610, 37605, and 37609 hauling the 6m67 Flasks service from Bridgewater to Crewe. It notes that two of the locomotives had previously failed during the journey from Crewe, prompting additional units to be added for assistance. The event took place on July 4th at Westerleigh Junction.