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56100
Class 56
Videos featuring 56100
A railtour featuring DCRail Class 56 locomotive 56103 and GBRF 57306 takes place, starting from Ealing Broadway and heading to London Paddington. The event is part of a celebration marking the 50th anniversary of the first Class 56 arriving in the UK. The tour includes travel through areas historically associated with construction traffic, with stops at locations such as Bristol Parkway, Reading, and Wimbledon. No headcodes are recorded for this event.
This video captures railway operations involving multiple locomotives and snowploughs across several locations. Colas Class 56 locomotives, including 56113, 56302, and others, are seen working with snowploughs at Bridgwater, Taunton, Fairwater Yard, and Merehead Rail Sidings. Other stock includes GWR and British Railways locomotives. The footage shows movements between locations such as Paddington, Reading Traincare Depot, Wolverton Centre Sidings, and Stone. Headcodes 5Z50, 0Z58, and 6M18 are also present in the metadata.
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.
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Fantastic Morning at Carlisle Station Freight/passenger/rail Treatment Trains 14th October 25 WCML
This video captures rail activity at Carlisle Station, featuring a variety of trains including freight and passenger services. Trains identified include Avanti West Coast Pendolino, Northern 158, Transpennine Express 397x802, Scotrail 156, Colas RailFreight 56 70s, Freightliner 66s class 70, and Direct Rail Services 66 88. The footage includes multiple locations such as Carlisle, Bank, Dumfries, Glasgow Central, London Euston, Newcastle, and The Lakes. Headcodes present in the video include 1L79, 2A32, 2L80, 3M54, and 6E96.
This video features Colas Class 56 diesel locomotives, including 56094 and 56105, operating in the north-west of England. The footage shows 56094 moving from Carlisle Yard to Coleham TMD, south of Lancaster, and 56105 departing Carnforth Steamtown towards Carlisle Yard after undergoing maintenance at Carnforth. The locomotives are associated with locations including Carlisle, Carnforth, and Lancaster. No headcodes are present in the record.
This video features several locomotives, including Class 50 and Class 60 units, operating on the UK railway network. It includes footage from locations such as Acton Bridge, Crewe, Doncaster, Hanwell, and West Ealing. The operators involved are listed as GBRF, DC Rail, Colas RailFreight, and Cappagh. While specific headcodes are not identified in the metadata, the video provides a visual overview of rail operations across multiple stations and companies.
A video shows DC Rail Class 56 diesel locomotives, numbered 56103 and 56301, operating on the Chessington South Branch line. The footage captures the locomotives passing through Chessington North en route to Willesden. The working is identified by headcode 6M17, which runs from Chessington South to Willesden. The video provides a glimpse of these locomotives in service on this branch line.
This video captures the movement of a group of British Rail Class 37 diesel locomotives from Cardiff Canton to Margam Yard in December 2004. The footage includes several units, including 37248, 37404, and others, though only the final move was recorded due to logistical challenges. The video also features mentions of other operators such as Europhoenix, EWS, and Network Rail, alongside locations like Kidwelly and Newport. Some locomotive details may be incomplete or uncertain.
This video features a variety of steam, diesel, and electric locomotives captured during railtours, freight operations, and stock moves. Identified locomotives include classes 37, 50, 56, 57, and 60, with specific examples such as 37313, 50007, and 60021. Several operators are mentioned, including Avanti West Coast, Blue Pullman, and Freightliner, though no specific locations or headcodes are provided in the metadata. The content offers a retrospective look at railway activity and highlights various train operations throughout the year.
This video features railway scenes from Wales, including footage of historic locomotives and depots. It reflects on changes in the rail network over time, referencing past operations at locations such as Swansea and Pontyclun. The content includes various train stock types, such as classes 170, 37, 43, 47, 56, 60, and 66, though operators are not clearly identified in the footage. The video serves as a nostalgic look back at past rail operations and liveries in the region.
This video features train spotting activities at Barnetby Station, with a focus on oil trains. The footage includes various locomotives and rolling stock, identified by labels such as 185127, 37418, 56100, and multiple 66-class units. Operators mentioned include Colas Rail, British Railways, DB Schenker, EWS, GBRF, and Transpennine. Locations referenced in the video include Barnetby, Jarrow, Kingsbury, Cleethorpes, Doncaster, Hope, Humber Refinery, Lee, and Wolverhampton. Headcodes observed during the spotting session include 0D25, 1B84, 1B85, 4R54, 6D43, 6E08
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BR in the 1990s Maindee West Junction Newport South Wales on 11th November 1993
It shows railway activity at the junction with views of the lines leading to the station and towards the Great Western Main Line eastwards and a curve heading north towards Abergavenny and Hereford. Several locomotives are visible, including 33035 in Network South East livery. The scene reflects railway operations during the British Railways era, with activity near Llanwern steelworks.
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Rails in Wales. "20 years ago today!" Multiple 37s, busy Valleys and freight
This video features multiple Class 37 diesel locomotives operating on passenger services in the Valleys region of Wales, with footage captured around 20 years ago. It also shows several locomotives, including Class 47, 56, 60, and 66, stored at Canton Depot. The locations mentioned include Caerphilly, Cardiff Central, Heath High Level, Ystrad Mynach, and Loch Awe. The video provides a nostalgic look at railway operations from that era.
This video captures footage from Trent Junctions in July 1991, showcasing the Midland Mainline's route splits towards Nottingham, Derby, and northbound. The content includes views of Toton South Junction and the then-busy Ratcliffe Power Station with its distinctive cooling towers. British Railways locomotives, including classes 56 and 58, are visible in the footage. The video offers a nostalgic look at railway operations from the early 1990s.
A Class 37 diesel locomotive, numbered 66032, is seen collecting several other Class 37 units—specifically 37419, 37412, and others—from Cardiff Canton depot. These locomotives are then transported to Margam, where they join a group of at least 30 stored engines. The footage shows the area around Margam having been cleared of sheds and offices, suggesting a change in the site's use. Several Class 37 locomotives are identified in the video, though no operator or specific location details beyond Margam and Cardiff Canton are provided.
This video features train 56103 operating with the Chiltern ECS, capturing services 5Z20 and 5Z21 in Bristol. The footage includes scenes from Barton Hill Depot, Horfield Bank, and Lawrence Hill. The operator associated with the content is DC Rail. No further details about the specific events or additional context are provided in the metadata.
This video features a number of locomotives, including 56103 and 56102 from the 56 class, as well as 66103 from the 66 class. The footage appears to have been recorded in May 2020, with one locomotive shown at Bristol Barton Hill and another at Bescot. The operator information is not clearly identified in the metadata, and specific location details are missing from the record. The video includes a request from the uploader for viewers to provide any additional information about one of the locomotives.
A video captures a train comprising 56103 and Chiltern Mk3s ECS units at Horfield Bank, Bristol. The train is identified with headcode 5Z21, operating on the route from Wembley to Bristol Barton Hill. The footage was recorded on 3 June 2020. The operator associated with the video is DC Rail.
This video captures footage from Leamington Spa station, featuring a range of locomotives including 66100. The content includes various stock items such as classes 172, 56, and 66, along with headcodes like 4M61, 6M50, and 6X01. Additional locations mentioned include Eastleigh, Scunthorpe, Warwick Parkway, and Westbury. The video reflects a visit to the station that included a one-off working event.
A train service is shown diverting due to a landslide near Carnforth, with footage captured in and around the area. The train travels from Boston Sleaford Sidings to Carlisle Kingmoor Virtual Quarry, passing through Carnforth station where a run round takes place. Several locomotives, including 56091 and 56103, are visible during the journey. The route includes sections of the West Coast Main Line north of Carnforth and parts of the Lancashire and Yorkshire Railway network. The video provides insight into rail operations affected by temporary diversions.
This video captures a train journey from Bristol Parkway, with locomotive changes at Birmingham New Street. The footage includes several locomotives such as 56100, 58020, and 60076, passing through locations including Lawley Street, Washwood Heath, Kingsbury, Oxley Sidings, Coalbrookdale, and Stafford, before departing from Birmingham International in early 2002. Additional locomotives noted in the description include 37667, 66603, and 66045. The recording provides insight into railway operations during that period.
This video shows a number of abandoned railway vehicles, including classes 08/09/37/56, located in the yard at Margam in March 2009. The footage also captures the last service, 66128, departing for Parc Slip. Several locomotives and rolling stock are identified by their labels, though operators and locations are not fully specified for all items. Some locations mentioned include Nottingham and Tondu. The record lacks headcode information.
A Network Rail Departmental Train operates on the Tyne Valley Line, featuring an unusual combination of locomotives. Class 66 No. 66100 leads the train with Class 60 No. 60096, Class 67s Nos. 67007 and 67030, and Class 90 electric No. 90019 behind. The train travels between Carlisle Yard and Tyne Yard via Hexham.
This video captures railway activity in Wales around October 2004, featuring various locomotives and freight movements. It includes scenes of HST power cars and freight services at locations such as Pontyclun and Canton Depot. Notable stock numbers present include 56100, 60005, 60049, 66160, and 66711, with operators such as Freightliner, EWS, and GBRf mentioned. The footage also shows coal empties and tank movements, highlighting the variety of operations taking place during that time.
This video features a variety of railway stock, including several Class 37 diesel locomotives such as 37415, 37428, 37675, 37684, 37698, and 37890, along with some shunters. It includes footage from Margam Yard and other locations including Bank, Bridgend, and Tondu. The video also shows 60021 Star of the East on shed and 66024 climbing to Stormy Summit and later descending towards Bridgend. Some locomotives are noted with liveries such as Transrail, Mainline, Load Haul, and EWS. No headcodes are included in the record.
This video captures a rail journey featuring multiple locomotives and routes across the UK. It includes footage of services departing from Bristol Parkway via Birmingham New Street, with mentions of stock numbers such as 58012, 60076, and 56100. The journey continues to Ironbridge and concludes at Stafford. Operators associated with the video include EWS, Freightliner, and Virgin Trains, while locations covered include Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, and Stafford. No headcodes are listed in the metadata.
This video shows the movement of several British Rail Class 37 diesel locomotives, including 37115, 37240, 37246, 37248, 37249, 37408, 37410, 37411, 37412, and 37413. The footage includes 66032 collecting locomotives for transfer to Margam Depot, with some earlier scenes showing other locos in Load Haul livery. The video also mentions Margam Yard as a location where more stored locomotives can be seen in a future visit. Operators associated with the content include EWS and Rail Express Systems.
This video captures railway scenes from 1989 and 1990 at York and Crewe, featuring various locomotives. It includes footage of services such as 20113/227, 56102/054, 47597/823 at York on 6 August 1989, and later scenes at Crewe on 28 August 1990 with trains like 20154/101, 47558 Mayflower, and 87101. The content highlights the transition period in railway operations during that era. Some locomotive numbers are identified, including classes 20, 56, and 87, though operators are not specified for individual units.