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56018
Class 56
Videos featuring 56018
This video features a collection of diesel locomotives from across Britain, showcasing over 160 locos from 17 different classes between 1990 and 2008. Highlights include multiple Class 20, 31, 33, and 37 locomotives in various operations, as well as scenes at locations such as Paddington, Durham, Ribblehead, Salisbury, Whittlesea, Winsford, and Crewkerne. The footage includes a variety of working conditions, from passenger services to coal workings and special events, offering both visual and auditory nostalgia for railway enthusiasts.
It shows Class 37 and 56 locomotives shunting wagons along the line between Margam Yard and Tondu, which has since closed. Additional footage is taken from nearby fields, showing further TRANSRAIL operations and the movement of iron ore. Several locomotive numbers are identified, including 31405, 37420, 37667, 37687, 37887, 56016, and 56018. The footage includes scenes from locations such as Margam Yard, Barry, Ore, Pencoed, and Tondu.
This video features a collection of railway stock, including locomotives from classes 37 and 56, captured across various locations such as Doncaster, Eastleigh, Lincoln, Longport, and Melton. The content is associated with multiple operators, including British Railways, DB Schenker, GBRF, LNER, and Network Rail. While the video provides a visual record of these locomotives, specific headcode information is not included in the metadata.
This video features footage of BR Class 56 locomotives from the pre-digital era, captured between 1987 and 2000. The locomotives, built between 1976 and 1984, were primarily used on coal and MGR workings across England, Scotland, and Wales, with heavy usage in the Midlands, North, and South Wales. Several specific Class 56 units are identified, including 56004, 56018, 56020, and others. The footage was recorded in VHS format and includes scenes from locations such as Doncaster, Crewe, Chesterfield, and Scunthorpe.
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 highlights from the Wincanton Model Railway Exhibition, showcasing multiple model railway layouts and traders. The exhibition includes a variety of model stock such as classes 31, 37, 56, 60, and 66, though specific operators are not identified in the metadata. The event also features a café offering tea and cake. While details about locations and headcodes are not available, the video provides an overview of the exhibition's attractions.
A public event showcasing model railway layouts took place at St Boniface’s Catholic College in Plymouth. The first-ever Plymouth Model Railway Show featured over 13 layouts from various exhibitors, including scenes depicting modern traction, china clay yards, a Himalayan setting, and a ride-on train from the Plym Valley Railway. The event attracted a large audience, indicating strong community interest in model railways. No specific stock numbers, operators, or headcodes were identified in the footage.
This video captures railway activity at Doncaster Station in June 2000, featuring a variety of train liveries and classes. It includes footage of multiple diesel multiple units (DMUs) and electric multiple units (EMUs), including Classes 156, 158, 142, and 321, as well as High Speed Trains (HSTs) operating under GNER and Cross Country services. The video also shows locomotives such as Class 90 and Class 91 in operation, along with other stock including Sentinel Shunters. Operators featured include British Railways, Cross Country, Eurostar, Great North Eastern Railway, Northern, Virgin Trains, and others.
This video captures the 2024 Taunton Model Railway Exhibition held at Taunton School, showcasing a variety of model railway layouts in different gauges. The event highlights the detailed work of modellers and includes displays of stock from various classes, such as 31, 37, and 43. Several locations are mentioned, though they may not be directly related to the exhibition itself. The video provides an overview of the exhibits and the atmosphere of the event.
This video captures freight trains passing through Rugby. Multiple locomotives are identified, including classes 20, 55, 56, 66, and 805, though operators are not specified for these units. The footage includes several freight services, with Avanti West Coast, Freightliner, and RailAdventure listed as potential operators. No headcodes are provided in the metadata.
This video features a compilation of Class 69 locomotives, including units such as 170455, 37418, and several 56-class locomotives like 56007, 56018, and others. The footage appears to capture these trains in various locations across the UK, including Doncaster, Eastleigh, Grimsby Town, Lincoln, and Sheffield. While multiple operators are associated with the video, no specific operator is linked to the locomotives shown. No headcodes are present in the metadata.
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It features various locomotive classes including Class 47, 31, 56 (with 56004 in its Blue livery), 58, and 60. The footage provides a nostalgic look at railway activity from that era, highlighting the peaceful yet industrious atmosphere of the location.
British Rail classes 33, 37, 47, 56, and 60, along with the InterCity 125 HST, are shown at Cardiff Central, Queen Street, Ystrad Mynach, and Dalry. The footage includes locomotives working on freight, light engine, and TPO Travelling Post Office services. While specific headcodes are not identified in the record, the video highlights a range of stock types and locations across the region.
A locomotive moves a ballast train along an incline during weekend track replacement work between Denmark Hill and Brixton. Several locomotives, including 66018, are present in the footage. The operators involved include DB Schenker and Network Rail. No headcodes are identified in the metadata.
This video captures railfreight operations in Wales during 1998, featuring various locomotives and freight movements. It begins at Cardiff Canton depot with oil deliveries and continues to Park Junction, where steel coils are transported to Ebbw Vale. The footage includes scenes from Newport, Cwmbargoed, Bedlinog, Tondu, Parc Slip, and Pencoed, showing coal trains, driver training, and iron ore movements. Locomotives such as classes 150, 158, and 37 are visible, along with mentions of freight operations by multiple operators. The video highlights the state of rail infrastructure and freight activity across several locations in Wales during this period.
This video features a collection of railway photographs primarily taken in Carlisle, with some images from other locations including Leeds, Newcastle, and March. The content includes shots of various locomotives, such as classes 142 and 156, though specific operators are not identified. Some photos were captured during trips organized by Railways Illustrated magazine and a Daily Mail ticket promotion. The footage offers a visual record of railway operations and events around Carlisle over several years.
It features multiple railcars, including 56007, 56018, 56032, 56037, 56038, 56060, 56065, and 56077, as well as locomotive 66790. The footage includes a headcode of 2M15. Operators associated with the video include EWS and Network South East.
This video features multiple locomotives, including several Class 37, 55, 56, and 68 models. The content includes commentary on the sound systems of two Dapol 68s, with one fitted with a super bass speaker. There is mention of a repaired Deltic locomotive and unique sounds from a Class 37. No specific locations or headcodes are provided in the metadata.
A rail video captures a locomotive journey through Wales, featuring stock numbers 56018, 56058, and 56062. The footage shows the train ascending via Neath towards washeries, with a mention of gravity feed operations. Additional context from the audio notes an earlier incident at Brynteg in 2003, though specific details are not provided. The locations of Barry and Neath are identified, but operator and headcode information is missing from the record.
This video captures a variety of freight and passenger train operations across multiple locations. It features trains including Class 37 and Class 43 locomotives, with labels such as 37706, 37716, 43040, and others. The footage was recorded at sites like Bentley, Coleshill Parkway, Kingsbury, Leicester, Rugby, Small Heath, and Stafford. Operators associated with the content include Direct Rail Services (DRS), East Midlands Railway, Freightliner, GBRF, Network Rail, and South Western Railway. Some metadata fields remain incomplete, particularly headcodes.
This video features footage from Doncaster railway station, capturing various locomotives and rolling stock. It includes Class 56, 60, and 66 units, with some identified by their numbers such as 56018, 60004, 60010, and 66557. The operators associated with the footage include EWS, Freightliner, Great North Eastern Railway, and Virgin Trains. Additional locations mentioned are Hale. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video shows a Southern Railway service departing from Tattenham Corner station. The train consists of multiple 456-class coaches, including 456018, and appears to be part of the Purley Shuttle service. The footage captures the departure from the bay platform at Tattenham Corner, with additional location references to Purley. While operator and stock information is present, no headcode details are included in the record.
A video shows the movement of several Class 56 diesel locomotives, including units numbered 56018, 56051, 56060, and 56311. The footage was filmed at Water Orton, with the locomotives being transported to Washwood Heath. A headcode of 0Z56 is associated with the video. Some metadata fields, such as operator information, are missing from the record.