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56008
Class 56
Videos featuring 56008
A video captures a day at the East Lancashire Railway, featuring multiple locomotives including Class 20, 37, 43, 47, 50, and 56 models. The footage includes highlights from the event, with locos such as 20303, 37610, 43025, 43159, and 56001 among those present. The locations covered include Bolton, Buckley, Castleton, Leicester, and Summerseat. Headcodes identified in the video include 1B20, 1E19, 2E54, and 2P55.
A video captures diesel locomotives operating on the East Lancashire Railway during a heritage event at Ramsbottom in July 2026. The footage includes various diesel-powered locomotives, such as Class 20, 37, and 42, hauling both passenger and freight services. The event took place on the East Lancashire Railway, with locations including Ramsbottom and Rawtenstall mentioned. Headcodes observed include 1B20, 1E19, 2E50, and 2E54.
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The GRID that won't GIVE UP - 56098 Still at Work at RIDC Old Dalby with TUBE Stock!
A GBRf-owned Class 56 diesel locomotive, numbered 56098, is seen in operation at RIDC Old Dalby, where it assists in moving a group of 2024 Tube stock into the shed. The Tube stock arrives from Goole Glassworks via locomotives 66774 and 66790 before being handled by the Grid. The video highlights the continued use of this Class 56 locomotive, despite its limited appearances on mainlines outside Old Dalby. Other Class 56 units, including 56008 and 56099, are also referenced in the metadata.
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.
This video explores the RAILFREIGHT Red Stripe livery introduced by British Rail in the mid-1980s, focusing on various locomotive classes that adopted this scheme. It features images of Classes 20, 26, and 31, among others, captured at locations including Pontefract Baghill, Basingstoke, Cardiff Central, and several other stations across the UK. The content provides a visual overview of these locomotives during the transition period when British Rail was reorganising its operations.
This video features railway stock identified as 158865 and 56008. The operator associated with the content is British Railways. No location or headcode information has been recorded in the metadata, so these details are not available for this recording.
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.
This video captures a day of train spotting at Doncaster station, featuring several notable locomotives and freight movements. Highlights include the appearance of 50008 on a freight run, multiple Class 69 units such as 69015 and 69016, and a double pass from West Coast Railways with 47832. There is also significant activity involving Class 66 locomotives operated by GBRf, Freightliner, and DB. The footage showcases various stock numbers and headcodes associated with the movements observed during the day.
This video features a celebration event at Barrow Hill Roundhouse Railway, capturing various locomotives and railcars. The footage includes stock such as classes 20, 27, 37, 45, 55, 56, and 58, though specific operators are not identified in the metadata. The locations shown are Roundhouse Halt and Staveley. While the event appears to be a special occasion, details such as headcodes are not present in the data.
This video explores the British Rail Class 56 diesel-electric locomotives, known for their heavy freight operations. The series highlights key examples such as 56008, 56030, and 56056, with some units built by Electroputere in Romania and others by BREL at Doncaster and Crewe. The Class 56 features a powerful Ruston-Paxman engine and distinctive cab design, earning it the nickname "Gridirons." The video also notes the locomotives' Romanian designation as LDE3500 and their production history from 1976 to 1984.
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The British Rail Class 56, a BR Diesel Freight Locomotive Survivor and Unsung Workhorse
This video showcases various British Rail Class 56 diesel freight locomotives in operation between 2015 and 2025. The footage includes examples from operators such as Colas, DCR, and GBRf working on different duties across locations like Cheddington, Loughborough, and Leicester. Several headcodes are noted, indicating the variety of services these locomotives have been involved in. The Class 56 remains a significant presence on UK mainlines despite ongoing conversions to other classes.
This video features a compilation of railway footage, including various stock types such as classes 153, 166, 20, 37, 45, 47, and 50. Operators associated with the content include Blue Pullman, British Railways, Colas, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services (DRS), EWS, Freightliner, GBRF, GWR, and Hanson & Hall. The footage includes locations such as Tonbridge and headcodes 1A19 and 1B22.
This video features multiple locomotives, including Class 56 units such as 56008, 56049, 56051, 56078, 56090, and 56094, along with Class 165 and Class 166 diesel multiple units. The footage includes stock from various operators such as British Railways, Colas, GBRF, GWR, Hanson & Hall, Rail Express Systems, and Transpennine. The location mentioned is Templecombe. No headcodes are identified in the metadata.
This video features a variety of train movements captured around Werrington Junction and other locations including Derby, Doncaster, Crewe, and others. It includes classes 20, 37, 43, 56, and 170 locomotives operated by various entities such as Colas, LNER, Blue Pullman, and Network Rail. The footage shows test trains, branch line services, and passenger operations, with headcodes indicating different services running across the network.
A video captures the movement of locomotives 56098 and 66301 in New Gold Livery passing through Doncaster, heading towards Drax Power Station. Additional stock numbers 150228 and 56008 are also identified in the footage. The operators associated with the video include British Railways and GBRF. The locations featured are Doncaster and Drax Power Station. No headcode information is available for this recording.
This video captures railway activity in Newport, Wales, from 1998, featuring several locomotives including new Canadian class 66s. The footage shows the movement of various stock such as classes 37, 43, 50, 56, and 60, with a focus on the 4 passing through Newport alongside the 37. The video also notes the presence of multiple 08/09 shunters. Recorded on VHS tape, it provides a historical glimpse into railway operations in the area during that time.
This video features footage of two locomotives: GBRf Class 50 number 50007 and Class 56 numbers 56008 and 56098. The record includes details about the stock involved but does not specify locations or headcodes. Operators associated with the content include British Railways and GBRF. The current metadata is limited in some areas, with location and headcode information missing.
This video features unseen footage and highlights of Class 56 locomotives, including units numbered 166221, 56008, 56088, 56090, and 56098. The operators associated with the content are British Railways and Colas. No specific locations or headcodes are identified in the metadata.
This video features a variety of rail movements in the West Midlands, including several locomotives operating on different routes. Highlights include 37218/407 on its first revenue-earning run for ROG, 97302 undergoing test runs near Worcester, and multiple instances of 37800 transporting wagons. Other notable operations involve 37901/884 hauling a 175 drag at Moreton-on-Lugg, 56098 moving wagons towards Bristol, and 37521/667 ascending Llanvhangel Bank with a Saphos Tour. The footage also captures various locomotives working across locations such as Hereford, Leominster, Craven Arms, and Derby.
A GBRF Class 56 locomotive, 56098, and DCR's 56103 are seen heading north along the West Coast Main Line through Bamfurlong on a sunny evening. Both locomotives were working a sand train from Middleton Towers to Ravenhead, with 56103 recently returning to service after a long absence. The train was scheduled to be held briefly at Ince Moss. The official working for the day was headcode 6Z90 between Chaddesden Sidings and Ravenhead Sidings.
A video shows a train movement involving multiple locomotives, including 56098, transporting wagons between Bristol East Depot and Derby. The journey includes two segments: one from Chaddesden Sdgs to Bristol East Depot with headcode 0Z64, and another in the reverse direction. The footage captures operations associated with British Railways, with locations including Bristol East Depot and Derby.
A GBRF Class 56 locomotive, numbered 56098 and operating under a short-term hire arrangement with DCR, is shown heading south along the West Coast Main Line through Bamfurlong on 12 February 2024. The locomotive was working a freight service transporting sand train empties from Ravenhead to Chaddesden. The train passed through Bamfurlong on time and was described as sounding and looking in excellent condition. The headcode for the service was 6Z85.
A GBRf Class 56 diesel locomotive, numbered 56098 and on hire to DC Rail, is shown powering through Rugeley on a loaded freight train operating the service from Middleton Towers in Norfolk to Ravenhead in Merseyside. The headcode for this service is 6M89. While the specific location details are not included in the metadata, the video provides insight into the operation of this locomotive on a regional freight route.
A freight train operated by Colas, working under headcode 6J37, encountered operational issues at Chester Station. The train initially arrived with only locomotive 56105 in service, as 56049 had failed and 56098 was in tow. After 56105 itself experienced a failure, it was later restored to move 56059 and 56098 into goods sidings before rejoining the train. The locomotive then continued the journey solo to Chirk, arriving significantly late. The incident involved several Colas locomotives at Chester, Blackburn, and Chirk.
This video features a collection of photographs showcasing several Class 58 locomotives, including units numbered 56008, 58002, 58003, 58007, 58011, 58014, 58018, 58019, 58020, and 58034. The images appear to be from various locations such as Coventry, Doncaster, Knottingley, Shirebrook, Water Orton, and Worksop. The video provides a nostalgic look at these locomotives, with the uploader noting that it may be some time before they are seen on the mainline again.
The video features several locomotives, including 56098, 50049, 50007, and 720130. The footage is recorded near Fleet. No operator or headcode information is provided in the metadata.
A train operated by GBRf, featuring stock including 56098, 720127, and 50007, is shown traveling along a route from Derby Adtranz Litchurch Lane to Willesden Traction Maintenance Depot. The footage was recorded at Watford Junction on the West Coast Main Line, with headcode 5Q68. The train includes units in various liveries, including BR Large Logo and GBRf.
A video captures a Class 56 and Class 92 locomotive at Market Harborough. The footage includes multiple locomotives, including 37418 (Class 37), 56008 and 56098 (both Class 56), and 92038 (Class 92). The operator associated with the video is Intercity. Additional locations mentioned include Hove and Leicester, along with a headcode of 0Z74.
A video shows two trains passing Kilby Bridge Junction. The trains involved are numbered 56008, 56098, and 92038. No operator information is provided in the metadata, though British Railways is listed as an associated operator. Location details are not available in the current record.
The footage includes trains from multiple operators such as British Railways, DB Schenker, Freightliner, and GBRF, recorded at locations including Sutton, Banbury, Doncaster, Hope, Walsall, and Wolverhampton. Several headcodes are present, indicating different freight services running through the area. The video provides a glimpse into the quiet yet active nature of freight operations in this scenic railway environment.
This video features footage from Coalville Open Days in 1989 and 1990, showcasing historical railway scenes. It includes various locomotives such as classes 37, 40, 56, 58, and 60, with headcode 1S19 appearing in the data. The locations mentioned include Corby, Crewe, Derby, Doncaster, Hope, Redland, Stockton, and Tamworth. The operators associated are British Railways and BR - Sectors.
It includes footage of Class 37, 40, 43, 50, and 56 steam and diesel engines, as well as the arrival of Class 66 locomotives at Barry Shed, now part of the Barry Tourist Railway. The content reflects a time when railway photography relied on personal connections and local knowledge, with freight operations being a primary interest. Some locations mentioned include Newport and Barry.
This video features a variety of locomotives at Leicester LIP Depot, including classes 20, 37, 47, and 56. The footage includes several individual locomotive units such as 20118, 20132, 37510, 37800, 37884, 37901, 47739, and 47813, among others. The locations mentioned are Leicester, Par, and Saltburn. Operators associated with the footage include British Railways, Direct Rail Services (DRS), Europhoenix, GBRF, Northern, and Rail Operations Group. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video captures a day at St. Philips Marsh during an open event in 2016, featuring High Speed Train (HST) units and a walk around the site to document other exhibits. The event was attended by many visitors and aimed to raise funds for charity. Several railway stock items are identified, including classes 150, 166, 37, 41, and 43, though no operators are specifically associated with them in this record. A headcode of "0A06" is noted. The absence of location details limits further contextual information.
It features a variety of diesel locomotives, including classes 31, 37, 41, 47, and 50, with the prototype HST being a highlight. The footage was filmed at several locations, with one noted as Hope. While operator information is listed in the metadata, it is not explicitly provided for individual locomotives. The video offers a glimpse into the event's atmosphere and the range of diesel stock on display.
This video captures a visit to Old Oak Common in August 2000, featuring the startup sounds of several diesel locomotives including D8000, D200, and D345. It also highlights EWS's first and last Class 66 locomotives, 66001 and 66250. The footage includes various railway stock such as classes 165, 31, 33, and 37, with operators including British Railways, EWS, GBRF, Intercity, and Rail Express Systems. The recording reflects nostalgic memories of rail operations from that era.
This video shows two Class 456 electric multiple units, numbered 456013 and 456008, departing from Camberley heading towards Guildford. The footage captures the departure of these ex-Southern railcars, with additional stock number 456003 and 56008 also identified in the metadata. The operator associated with the video is Southern. No headcodes are provided in the available data.
It features a variety of locomotive classes, including 31, 37, 56, 60, and 66, though specific operators are not clearly identified in the footage. The content provides a visual record of freight operations along this route, highlighting different stock types in service during the period. Some operational details remain unspecified, but the video offers insight into winter freight activity on this line.
A video shows DRS Tractors 37402 and 37409 hauling the Bridgewater to Crewe Flasks service through Bedminster, Bristol. The train was recorded on 5 March 2014, running 32 minutes early. Other stock present includes units 50040 and 56008. The footage captures the movement of the train at Bedminster and Crewe locations. No headcode information is available in the record.
A video captures a locomotive passing through Knottingley, featuring a slight thrash and three-tone horn. The footage includes multiple locomotives, with EWS as the operator. While specific headcodes are not identified in the record, the content highlights the movement of rail stock along the route.