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43042
Class 43
Names carried:
Tregenna Castle,
Tregenna Castle
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Trains are shown departing from Platforms 1 and 2 towards London Paddington, Exeter St David’s, Plymouth, and Penzance, with Platform 3 handling services to and from Looe via the Looe Valley Line. Several trains are visible, including those with stock numbers 150246, 43042, 43093, 800005, and 800017. The footage was recorded during late evening conditions, offering a view of railway operations in the area.
This video captures railway activity in the North East of England, with footage from Leeds and Thornaby in July 1988. It features both freight and passenger services, including trains operated by British Railways and Intercity. The locations covered include Paddington, Reading, Widnes, York, as well as the main focus areas of Leeds and Thornaby. Several locomotives are identified, including classes 150, 37, and 43, with headcodes 1D95 and 1E40 noted.
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This video captures train activity in Cornwall, featuring locations such as Liskeard, Looe, Saltash, and Plymouth. It includes footage of various rail stock, including Class 150, Class 158, and Class 43 units, with some operating under the Great Western Railway operator. Headcodes observed include 1C78, 2L60, 2L81, and 2P16. The footage was filmed during the final weeks of service for the Class 43 High Speed Trains, focusing on their operations in the region.
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This video captures train activity along the Cornish Mainline, featuring multiple locations including Penzance, Truro, Camborne, St Ives, and others. It includes footage of various rail stock such as classes 150, 158, and 43, though operators are not specified in the data. Headcodes present include 1A84, 2C11, 2C23, 2F74, 2P17, and 2T72. The content focuses on railway scenes with an emphasis on the departure of Castle Class HSTs from Cornwall.
This video explores a range of unusual and notable operations involving HST power cars and sets over the past decade, including back-to-back configurations, heritage line visits, preserved stock, and unique liveries. It features appearances at locations such as the West Somerset Railway and Severn Valley Railway, with involvement from operators like Cross Country, Colas, and Blue Pullman. The footage includes various stock numbers, headcodes, and highlights special events such as railtours and test trains.
This video features a collection of British Railways, Colas, GWR, and Maritime rolling stock, including Class 37 and Class 43 locomotives with labels such as 37175, 43004, 43016, and others. The footage appears to be shot at several locations across the UK, including Caerphilly, Dawlish, Exeter St Davids, Penzance, and Taunton. While no headcodes are identified in the metadata, the content offers a visual record of various railway assets and settings.
This video documents the final movements of ex-GWR HST Castle sets from Laira Depot, capturing their departure as they were relocated by various operators between December 2025 and February 2026. It includes footage of multiple power cars and Mk3 carriages being moved, with some recent transfers featuring 43092 and 43093 to the Mid-Norfolk Railway. The video highlights the end of an era for Class 43 operations in the Western Region, with only two units remaining at Laira Depot.
This video captures the movement of retired GWR HST powercars and stock from Laira Traction and Rolling Stock Maintenance Depot during early January. It shows 43186, 43187, 43004, and 43042 operating on a Rail Ops Group move to Ely, with some units passing through Bridgwater and other locations. The footage includes trains adorned with GWR Angel Trains HST Farewell headboards and highlights the transition of these historic units from service. Operators involved include GWR, Europhoenix, Colas, and Rail Operations Group.
The video shows two GWR Castle Class HST powercars, 43186 + 43187 and 43004 + 43042, heading for storage on separate services from Laira T&RSMD to Ely Papworth Sidings. The first train carried headcode 5Q40, while the second had headcode 5Q43. Both powercars displayed a headboard reading "GWR -- Angel Trains -- HST Farewell." The footage was recorded near New Barnet on the ECML.
This video features train spotting at Bridgeton, showcasing services operated by Scot Rail. The footage includes multiple Class 320 electric trains, though specific operator details for individual units are not provided. Additional locations mentioned include Swaythling, which is referenced as the setting for a future video. No headcodes are included in the metadata.
This video captures railway activity at Swindon Station, featuring freight operations, light engine movements, and a notable event involving the Great Western Railway HST "Castle" sets. The footage includes Colas Rail 70811 on a light engine service and an impromptu stop by the iconic HST powercars 43004 and 43042 at Swindon, likely for a final photoshoot before their storage. Additional locations mentioned include Ely, Westbury, Paddington, and others, with various headcodes associated with services captured in the video.
A debranded GWR HST 43004 and 43042, along with eight MK3 carriages, pass through Harringay en route to Ely Mlf Papworth Sidings. The train displays the Angel Trains farewell headboard. The service was operating under headcode 5Q43. The video captures this event as part of a scheduled journey.
The train, operating under headcode 5Q43, travels from Laira to Ely Papworth sidings. The route includes stops at Angel and Ely. The footage provides a view of these locomotives during their last service on this line.
A preserved British Rail Class 43 diesel-electric locomotive, numbered 43004, and another Class 43, numbered 43042, are shown operating with a train through Cambridge North Platform 2. The train includes eight Mk3 coaches and is operated by Europhoenix under the headcode 5Q43 on a journey from Laira T.& R.S.M.D. to Ely Mlf Papworth Sidings. Both locomotives still display remnants of previous branding, including the 'GWR Angel Trains HST Farewell' tour plate, despite having their name plates removed.
An eight-coach HST, comprising units 43004 and 43042, is seen passing Baldock en route to storage at Ely. The train is running as service 5Q43 from Plymouth Laira to Ely Papworth Sidings. The footage captures the train in operation with no further details provided about its operator or additional context.
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Debranded ex GWR HST Power Cars 43004 + 43042 + 8 Mk3s head to Ely Papworth Sidings | 08.01.26
A train consisting of debranded former Great Western Railway (GWR) HST power cars 43004 and 43042, along with eight Mk3 carriages, is seen traveling along the Great Western Main Line. The train displays the Angel Trains Fairwell Tour headboard and operates under headcode 5Q43. The footage captures the movement from Laira to Ely Papworth Sidings, where the train is likely to be stored before its onward journey to Mexico. The route includes Swindon and Ely, with no operators explicitly identified in the metadata.
This video reflects on the retirement of Class 43 HSTs, with footage captured at various locations including Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, Taunton, Cardiff Central, Minehead, and West Somerset Railway. Several Class 43 units are identified in the content, though no operator is explicitly mentioned. The video serves as a tribute to these iconic trains, acknowledging their long service and reliability over nearly five decades.
This video pays tribute to the final days of service for the Class 43 HST Castle Set operated by GWR, marking their withdrawal in December 2025 after nearly five decades of service. The footage captures the set in action at locations including Severn Tunnel Junction, Newport, and Cardiff Central, recorded during a visit to Cardiff in 2022. Multiple Class 43 units are featured, highlighting their significance as a key part of British rail history.
This video highlights railway activities from September to December 2025, featuring various trains and events across multiple locations. It includes footage of services such as the Mayflower and English Riviera Express, the SVR GBRF Gala, and the Bluebell Beer Fest, among others. The content covers a range of railway operations and events, showcasing different locomotives and routes. Trains identified include classes 150, 20, 31, 33, and 37, with operators including BR - Sectors, British Railways, Colas, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services (DRS), East Midlands Railway, and others. Locations featured span across Alresford, Barnstaple, Bath Spa, Bluebell Railway, and several other stations. Headcodes such as 2A70, 2A
It features multiple powercars, including 43004 'Caerphilly Castle', 43186 'Taunton Castle', and others, during a farewell journey from Newton Abbot to Plymouth and Penzance. The event included a gathering of several HSTs at the locations mentioned, marking the end of an era for these iconic trains under GWR operations.
This video captures the final day of operation for the GWR Castle Class HSTs in Cornwall on 13 December 2025. It features multiple Class 43 units, including 43004, 43042, and others, operating in the region. The footage includes scenes from Newquay and Par, with one Castle Class unit being taken down to Newquay as a special event. The day was marked by a celebration of the end of an era for these iconic trains in the Western Region.
This video features two British Railways Class 43 diesel multiple units, numbered 43042 and 43156. It includes footage from several locations across the UK, including Johnston, Lostwithiel, Metheringham, Penzance, Plymouth, St Austell, St Germans, and Thurston. A headcode of 2N16 is also noted in the metadata. The content provides a visual record of these units in operation, though specific operational details are not provided.
This video features a collection of footage highlighting the history and eventual retirement of GWR HSTs, including several powercars such as 43004, 43005, 43007, and others. It covers changes in service over time, with fewer powercars operating on new routes. The content includes farewell videos and is supported by various rail enthusiasts. Operators mentioned include British Railways, Cross Country, GWR, Intercity, and West Coast Railways. Locations featured span across several railway stations and lines including Bridgwater, Exeter St Davids, Penzance, and others.
It documents events from December 13th, including the last three sets at Plymouth and a fourth set covering for a 150 unit. The footage includes trains operating between Plymouth and Penzance, with some heading to Laira Depot. Various stock numbers, headcodes, and locations are featured, highlighting the end of an era for these iconic trains.
The footage includes services between Laira T.& R.S.M.D., Plymouth, and Penzance with headcodes such as 5C49, 2C49, 2P18, 2C53, 3Z76, 1Z76, and 2P24. The HST units involved are numbered 43004, 43042, 43093, 43186, 43187, and 43198, operating under the Great Western Railway (GWR).
This video marks the final day of passenger service operations for the former intercity 125 class 43 power cars in England. These units, operating as Castle Sets, have provided long-distance commuter services for over seven years. The footage features multiple class 43 power cars, including 43042, 43090, 43092, 43093, 43099, 43186, and 43198. The operators involved are GWR and Intercity, with locations including Leeds and Penzance. The record is limited in some respects, as headcode information is not available.
The footage includes multiple units, including 43042, 43093, 43156, 43187, 43189, and 43198, with mentions of British Railways and GWR as operators. Additional locations referenced in the video include Launceston and Looe. The recording was made in late November 2025, shortly before these units were scheduled for withdrawal in December.
Fishplate has indexed a video titled "Trains over the Exe Estuary (Starcross & Cockwood Harbour)" featuring multiple trains and a Boeing 747-4R7F. The footage includes stock such as 150219, 220005, 221123, and 43093, along with headcodes like 6Y97 and 1E67. Locations mentioned include Starcross, Exeter St Davids, Exmouth, Plymouth, and others. Operators noted are British Railways and First Great Western. The video is from the channel "The Devon Trainspotter" and has a duration of 217 seconds.
This video captures GWR HST services operating between Plymouth and Penzance as part of a Railway 200 Special event. Multiple HST units, including 43042, 43092, 43093, 43098, 43187, and 43189, are shown in service on various dates. The footage includes trains running through locations such as Bodmin Parkway, Penzance, Plymouth, and Truro, with headcodes including 2C16, 2C49, 2P90, and others.
Fishplate has indexed this video showing trains at Exeter St Davids, featuring a variety of rolling stock including classes 150, 153, 158, 166, 220, and 43, though operators are not specified. The footage also includes a location at Paddington. No headcodes were identified in the current record.
This video captures train activity at Exeter St Davids and Exmouth, featuring a variety of locomotives including classes 150, 166, 220, 43, 47, and 66. Operators associated with the footage include British Railways, Cross Country, GBRF, GWR, and South Western Railway. The record is limited in that headcode information is not available.
This video discusses Eurostar's competition for Channel Tunnel services and features insights from an expert on cross-border rail operations. It also covers Great Western Railway’s battery train setting a world record, updates on HS2 construction, Crossrail 2 progress, Network Rail infrastructure monitoring, Alstom maintenance support, and a feature on an artist at Plumpton station. The content includes mentions of British Railways, Eurostar, GWR, and Network Rail, with locations such as Alstom, Ashley, Barry, Cambridge, Keith, Lee, Nelson, Newton, and Plumpton referenced.
This video captures Castle Set High Speed Trains (HSTs) operating near Dawlish Warren. The footage includes multiple HST units, identified as 150244 and 43042, 43093, and 43156. The operator associated with the video is Great Western Railway (GWR). The location of the recording is clearly Dawlish Warren. No headcodes are provided in the metadata.
This video features a selection of UK loco-hauled train sets, including several Class 43 and Class 66 locomotives. The footage includes multiple units such as 43004, 43042, 43091, 43092, 43093, 43098, 43189, and 43198, along with 66301 and 66734. The locations shown are Plymouth and Teignmouth. The video was created as a special tribute to the channel's 450th subscriber, though it faced challenges during production and export due to its length.
This video captures train activity at Exeter St Davids, featuring multiple rolling stock units including classes 150, 158, 159, 166, and 220. The footage also includes scenes from Taunton. Several operators are associated with the content, including British Railways, Cross Country, GWR, Network Rail, and others. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
The footage also includes services from Bedwyn and mentions freight movements between Whatley and Acton. British Railways, First Great Western, and GWR are noted as operators in the context of the period.
This video captures footage of Class 43 HSTs, known as GWR Castle Sets, operating in Devon during February 2025. The trains were seen running between Plymouth, Dawlish Warren, Penzance, and Exeter St Davids. The footage highlights these sets before their planned withdrawal from service, with newer 175s expected to take over. Several specific HST units are identified, though no operator is specified for them in the metadata. Locations featured include Dawlish, Walton, Plymouth, and Exeter St Davids.
A video captures Class 43 diesel multiple units 43042 and 43097 departing from Plymouth on a service heading towards Penzance. The footage includes the locomotives in operation, with no headcodes identified in the record. The operators associated with the video are GWR and Locomotive Services Limited, while the locations involved are Plymouth and Penzance. Some metadata fields remain incomplete, but the available information provides a clear indication of the service and equipment involved.
A video captures Class 43 diesel multiple units 43042 and 43098 departing from Liskeard, with additional location reference to Walton. The footage is associated with the Great Western Railway (GWR) operator. No headcodes are identified in the metadata.
This video captures footage of freight trains and Castle Class HSTs filmed during a day trip to Cornwall. The content includes various railway stock, such as classes 150, 158, 159, 165, 166, 170, and 323, along with locations including Crewe, Exeter St Davids, Gloucester, Lostwithiel, Newport, Plymouth, St Germans, and Wombwell. Operators associated with the footage include British Railways, Cross Country, DB Schenker, EWS, GBRF, GWR, and South Western Railway. A headcode of 6C53 is also noted in the metadata.
This video captures diesel train activity in Bangkok, Thailand, featuring Alstom, GEK, and Hitachi locomotives and DMUs at Bang Sue Junction, Hua Lamphong, and Asok. It includes footage of a DMU and hauled stock. The structured metadata identifies one piece of stock labeled 43042, operated by Intercity, and the location Alstom. Headcode information is not available in the current record.
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BR in the 1990s North Wales Coast Motive Power Day 1995 Rhyl Station on 20th May 1995
It features a variety of locomotives, including 60085, 56071, 20075 + 20128, and 37066 + 37142, alongside regular service trains on the North Wales route. The footage includes views from around the station and highlights the event's attendance and weather conditions. Additional locomotives identified in the metadata include classes 150, 158, 37, 43, and 56. The video provides a nostalgic look at railway operations during the mid-1990s.
This video features footage of the British Rail Inter-City 125 High Speed Train in operation, captured between 2019 and 2023. It includes scenes from various locations such as Grantham, Penzance, Liskeard, Plymouth, Finsbury Park, Weston-Super-Mare, Burton-on-Trent, Wakefield Westgate, Peterborough North, Newton Abbot, and Bristol Temple Meads. The trains are operated by Cross Country, Hull Trains, Great Western, and LNER, with some footage showing a preserved set at the Nene Valley Railway.
This video features Great Western Railway Castle Class locomotives, including 43042 and 43049, alongside 66020 and 66131. The footage was recorded at Gloucester and Cheltenham Spa. Operators associated with the content include GWR, DB Schenker, and EWS. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video shows a walk along the West Somerset Railway and Minehead Station during an evening in October 2023. It features two preserved British Railways Class 43 diesel-electric locomotives, numbered 43042 Tregenna Castle and 43162, which were stored at the location. The footage includes views of the West Somerset Railway, Bishops Lydeard, and Minehead. No headcodes are identified in the metadata.
This video features a number of Class 43 HST units, including 43009, 43040, 43042, 43094, 43188, 43194, 43198, 43251, 43290, and 43301. The footage is set around Dawlish and Dawlish Warren. Operators associated with the video include Colas, Cross Country, GWR, and Network Rail. No headcodes are present in the metadata.
This video features train movements along the Dawlish Sea Wall and includes scenes from Newton Abbot. Trains identified in the footage include multiple Class 150 and Class 43 units, though operators are not specified. Locations mentioned are Dawlish, Newton Abbot, and Newton. The record lacks headcode information, so some details about specific services may be limited.
This video captures HST Castle class units, including 43010, 43029, 43042, 43088, 43094, 43096, 43098, 43188, 43189, and 43192, at locations such as Taunton, Newport, and Walton. The footage appears to be from the period around August 2023. Operators associated with the content include Blue Pullman and GWR. No headcodes are identified in the metadata, and further details about the specific services or routes are not provided.
Mike Wilcock. Rails in Wales.
Railways,with a day at Crewe in August 1990. Electrics, 85/86/87/90 & more
This video captures railway activity around Crewe in August 1990, featuring a range of locomotives including classes 43 and 90. The footage includes scenes of passenger services and postal trains, with mentions of locomotive-hauled operations. Some loco-hauled services from Cardiff are noted, as well as double-headed services passing through Darlington. High-speed train services (HSTs) are mentioned as not being present in Crewe at the time. The video provides a nostalgic look at pre-HST railway operations and includes references to various railway operators of the era.
This video captures railway activity in the West Country, featuring InterCity 125 HST services, Class 150 and 158 diesel multiple units, and a DB Cargo Class 66 freight locomotive. The footage is shot at Par, where semaphore signalling remains in use despite plans for replacement. Additional locations include Newquay. The video highlights various train classes operating on main line and regional services during May 2023.
A video captures a false start by GWR Castle Class locomotive 43042 at Taunton, coming to a stop. The footage also includes Cross Country HST service 802103 heading towards Cheltenham Spa. Other stock present includes 43304. The operators involved are GWR and Cross Country, with locations including Taunton and Cheltenham Spa. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video captures railway scenes from the West Country in May 2023, featuring Inter-City 125 HSTs at Plymouth, Lostwithiel, and Truro. It also includes British Rail built Class 150 Sprinter DMUs and Class 802 units. The footage shows Great Western Railway lower quadrant semaphore signals and signal boxes at Lostwithiel and Truro.
swindon_rail enthusiast
50008 & 67028 double head The Retro Devon Belle II Paignton to Huddersfield | @ Yate | 27/05/23
A video shows locomotives 50008 and 67028 double heading The Retro Devon Belle II from Paignton to Huddersfield, passing through Yate Railway Station. Other stock numbers identified include 43029, 43042, and 802002. Operators mentioned are Cross Country, DB Schenker, GWR, Hanson & Hall, and Southern. The footage captures the train moving past a Cross Country Voyager heading south. Locations featured include Paignton, Yate, Caldicot, and Huddersfield.
This video captures a variety of train services along the Dawlish Coast, including High Speed Trains (HST), Class 66 freight services, and a double-headed steam railtour. The footage includes trains operated by Avanti West Coast, British Railways, Cross Country, and GWR, with some services identified by headcode 2K22. Locations featured include Dawlish, Crewe, Hope, and Maidenhead. A range of locomotives and rolling stock are visible, including Class 43 HSTs and Class 20 and 221 units.
Mike Wilcock. Rails in Wales.
Rails in Wales. Developments at Treherbert, Pontypool and New Inn, new stock at Cardiff Central
This video captures railway developments in South Wales, including the installation of a footbridge at Pontypool and New Inn and car park improvements. Additional track work is underway at Treherbert, while three new FLIRTS trains arrive at Cardiff Central. Various rail stock, such as classes 150, 153, 175, and 197, are identified in the footage. The video also features locations across Wales, including Bargoed, Barry, Carmarthen, Colwyn Bay, Holyhead, Llandudno, and Manchester Piccadilly.
This video features train spotting at Ivybridge, capturing services operated by Great Western Railway and CrossCountry. It includes various train classes such as Class 43, Class 150, Class 158, and Class 802. The footage also briefly mentions a future spotting session at Haymarket.
This video features railway footage captured in November 2022, including trains with stock numbers such as 150218, 165102, 165116, and others. The locations shown include Avonmouth, Birmingham New Street, Cam and Dursley, Coventry, Eastleigh, Nuneaton, Sheffield, and Tonbridge. Operators associated with the footage include British Railways, Cross Country, DB Schenker, East Midlands Railway, First Great Western, GBRF, GWR, Intercity, Maritime, and Northern. Headcodes identified in the video include 1V44, 1Z29, 5Z58, 6B13, and 6V35.
It includes footage of the short-lived class 91+MkIII+HST formations operating between Kings Cross and Leeds, as well as early class 101 and 108 DMUs, Super-Sprinter 156s, and class 144 Pacers. A class 47 is seen with an HST power car, likely for maintenance at Doncaster Works, while a class 33 is shown undergoing conversion for the Eurostar project.
The video captures HST Castle sets arriving, departing, and passing through Dawlish. It also features a Network Rail HST measurement train traveling through the area in the morning and returning in the evening. The footage includes a flash of laser light on a footbridge near the Kennaway Tunnel and at the station. Several Class 150 and Class 43 stock units are identified, though operators are not specified for these vehicles.
This video captures several trains at Newton Abbot. Identified stock includes multiple Class 43 and Class 802 units, though operators are not specified in the metadata. The footage provides a glimpse of train activity at this location, with no headcodes recorded in the data.
This video features railway stock including classes 150 and 43, with labels such as 150238, 43042, 43094, 43155, 43194, 43290, and 43299, along with a class 802 labeled 802111. The operator associated is GWR. The locations shown include Bodmin Parkway and Penzance. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video features a variety of trains operating in Devon, including multiple Class 150 and Class 158/159 units. The footage includes scenes from Dawlish, Exeter St Davids, and Starcross, with involvement from Cross Country, GWR, Network Rail, and South Western Railway. No headcodes are identified in the metadata.
This video features railway footage captured from various locations across the country, including Cardiff Central, Denmark Hill, Eastleigh, Gloucester, Leicester, Long Preston, Newcastle, and Widney Manor. It includes a range of locomotives identified by stock numbers such as 231003, 231004, 31466, 317342, 317515, 37422, 37800, 43004, 43016, and 43042. Several operators are associated with the content, including British Railways, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services (DRS), Europhoenix, EWS, GBRF, GWR, LNER, Network Rail, and Transport For Wales
This video features train spotting at Menheniot, capturing services operated by Great Western Railway. The footage includes trains from various classes, such as the Class 800, Class 43, and Class 158. The video also mentions a future spotter session at Malvern Link. No headcodes are provided in the metadata.
This video features railway operations across multiple locations including London Paddington, Penzance, Plymouth, and Taunton. It includes footage of various train stock such as classes 150, 165, 220, and 350, as well as several 43-class units. The operators involved are listed as Avanti West Coast, British Railways, Cross Country, GWR, Hull Trains, LNER, and Network Rail. While the video does not include headcodes, it provides a visual record of train movements and infrastructure at these locations.
This video features Great Western Railway (GWR) Class 43 diesel locomotives numbered 43009 and 43042 operating on a service between Bristol Temple Meads and Worcester Shrub Hill. The headcode 2E34 is associated with the movement. The footage captures the operation of these locomotives during a passenger train journey on the West of England Main Line.
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TFW DB 67025 + dvt 82226 on a Cardiff Central to Holyhead service @ Newport 08/04/22
This video captures a train service traveling between Cardiff Central and Holyhead, passing through Newport. It features multiple railcars, including units labeled 387143, 387147, 43022, 43042, 43192, 43198, and 67025. The operators involved include DB Schenker, GWR, Northern, and Transport For Wales. No headcode information is available in the current record.
This video shows two Great Western Railway 'Castle Class' HST power units, consisting of 2+4 set formations, arriving and departing Weston Super Mare on 4 March 2022. The power cars involved are numbered 43029, 43094, 43042, and 43093. No further details about locations or headcodes are provided in the metadata.
This video captures railway activity in May 1991, featuring a variety of trains and locomotives operating around Potters Bar and St Albans. It includes Network SouthEast services with 319 EMUs, Midland Main Line Inter-City services operated by Valanta Inter-City 125 HSTs, and parcels workings using Class 31 locomotives in BR Blue livery. Freight operations are powered by Class 56 and 60 locomotives, along with Class 47 and 56 light engines. The footage highlights different stock types including Class 43 and 31 locomotives, as well as various operators such as British Railways and Network South East.
This video features train spotting at Dawlish, capturing services operated by GWR and Cross Country. Trains seen include multiple units of class 150 and some class 166. The footage also includes references to Dawlish Warren as a future spotting location.
This video captures railway scenes in Cardiff during the early 1990s, featuring a variety of train classes including 31, 37, 47, 56, and HSTs. The footage includes views from Cardiff Riverside Station, which was later demolished. Several locomotives and carriages are shown, though operators and headcodes are not identified in the metadata. The recording highlights the state of railway infrastructure and stock during that period, with some mention of the condition of the rolling stock.
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.
This video captures a journey from Birmingham to Cornwall, featuring various rail stock including Class 143, 150, 158, 159, and 170 units. The trip includes visits to locations such as Birmingham New Street, Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, and Royal Albert. Multiple headcodes are present, indicating different services encountered during the journey. The video provides a visual record of rail operations across several stations in the West Country.
A loco-hauled gala day took place on the North Wales Coast line in May 1995, featuring various freight locomotives operating along the route from Crewe to Bangor. The event included multiple coaching stock rakes formed by Regional Railways coaches and showcased a range of locomotive classes including 20, 31, 37, 56, and 60. Additional locomotives such as Merseyrail 508s, a Sprinter, HST, and a 37 were also present, with some operations taking place at Chester, Rhyl, and Crewe.
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HST Final arrival/departure at Paddington. Onboard in/out of Paddington
This video captures the arrival and departure of several HST trains at Paddington, including units 43002, 43093, 43172, and 43185. The footage includes onboard scenes as the trains arrive and depart for a journey to Temple Meads. The video also references the transition from HSTs to Hitachi IET bi-modal trains, which are described as faster and longer but with uncertain long-term durability. The recording features multiple locations including Paddington, Swansea, Cardiff Central, and Bristol Temple Meads.
The return trip includes a stop for refueling before heading back to Bristol and Dorridge. The train consists of multiple rolling stock units, including classes 150, 43, 50, 57, and 60, though no specific operator is identified in the metadata. The route covers several key locations along the Western rail network.
It features various railway stock such as classes 43, 47, and 50 locomotives, though operators are not specified in the metadata. Locations mentioned include Bristol Parkway, Penzance, Plymouth, Par, Totnes, Lee, and Cromer.
This video captures a variety of railway scenes from Newcastle in the summer of 1989. It features High Speed Trains (HSTs) in different liveries, Trans-Pennine class 47 locomotives hauling trains, freight and parcel services, as well as diesel multiple units (DMUs) and Pacers, some of which were briefly painted in GWR chocolate and cream. The footage includes a range of railway operations from that era, showcasing the diversity of British Rail's fleet during this period.
A video shows GWR 43130 and 43042 passing Long Rock level crossing while operating service 1C82 between London Paddington and Penzance. The footage captures the movement of these two Class 43 units on what appears to be a regular service route. Both vehicles are associated with GWR, and the headcode indicates the journey direction. No additional details about the specific event or operational context are provided in the metadata.
A video shows two Class 43 diesel electric multiple units, numbered 43015 and 43042, passing through Cholsey on their way to Bristol Temple Meads. The footage captures the movement of these trains along a route connecting these locations. No operator is explicitly named in the metadata, though First Great Western is listed as an associated operator. The video provides a glimpse of rail activity between these two points without additional contextual details.
This video captures two EMT Class 43 diesel multiple units, numbered 43088 and 43042, passing through Arlesey. The footage shows the trains moving at speed, with no specific operator details provided for the stock. The location of Arlesey is noted in the metadata, but headcode information is missing from the record.
This video features a simulation of train operations along the Riviera route, showcasing several British Railways locomotives including classes 43 and 59. The footage includes locations such as Newton Abbot, Paignton, Starcross, Teignmouth, and Newton. The content highlights the sound and performance of the Paxman Valenta engine, recreated from prototype recordings. The video provides a scenario set between Exeter and Paignton, offering viewers an immersive experience of this rail route.
This video features multiple Class 43 diesel-electric high-speed trains, including units numbered 43042, 43164, 43176, 43186, 43196, and 43357. The operators associated with the footage include Cross Country, First Great Western, and GWR. A headcode of 2O15 is also identified in the metadata. Location details are not available in the current record.
A video shows a pair of Class 43 HST units, numbered 43033 and 43042, departing from Reading station. The operators associated with the stock include First Great Western and GWR. No headcode information is available in the current record.
This video features a variety of railway stock movements, including classes 31, 43, 56, and 60, as well as the Hastings Unit. The footage includes mentions of Crewe, Hastings, and Tunbridge Wells. No headcodes are provided in the current record.