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57604

Class 57
Names carried: Pendennis Castle

Videos featuring 57604

This video features trains at Penzance and other locations including London Paddington, Plymouth, and Paddington. It includes footage of multiple train units, such as classes 158, 47, 57, and 802, with headcodes including 1C86, 1C88, 2P29, 2P30, 5C88, and 5P86. The operator associated with the video is GWR. The content provides a glimpse of train activity in the area, though specific details about the events or context are not provided.
This video provides an in-depth look at the history and operations of the thirty-three Class 57 locomotives. It covers their rebuilding at Brush's Loughborough Works, testing, and various notable events such as press launches, passenger services, and special duties. Highlights include appearances by multiple Class 57 units, including 57001, 57008, and others, across different operators like Virgin Trains and Freightliner. The footage includes scenes from locations such as Euston, Hellifield, and Newport, along with headcode 6V91.
This video captures railway activity across several locations in England, featuring a variety of train movements and operations. It includes footage of empty coaching stock returning to Reading Traincare Depot from the Night Riviera Sleeper service, Class 50 No. 50049 at Norton Junction, and services operating near Droitwich Spa heading to Long Marston for Rail Live. Notable sightings include 99008 leading the Rail200 Inspiration Train with 66710 on the rear, as well as Network Rail’s Harsco RGH-20C Switch & Crossing Rail Grinders working as 6U01.
11 June 2026
Mobile Trains
11 June 2026
A Great Western Railway (GWR) Class 57/6 locomotive, number 57604 "Pendennis Castle," is shown leading a train in heritage livery. The locomotive was re-engineered from a former Class 47 airframe and features a powerful EMD engine. Double-heading behind it is a Class 33/1 diesel-electric locomotive, number 33108, originally built for British Railways. The video includes mentions of locations such as Loughborough and Hampton Loade.
This video showcases a variety of diesel locomotives in action on the Severn Valley Railway during its Spring Diesel Gala. The event features powerful heritage and modern diesel traction, including Class 55 55009 'Alycidon', Class 50 50049 'Defiance', and Peak 46045, operating along the scenic route between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth. Additional locations include Arley, Bewdley, Bridgnorth, Country Park Halt, Fleet, Hampton Loade, Highley, and Kidderminster Town. The footage includes various headcodes such as 1A09, 1B02, 1F43, 2A32, and 2B32.
A video shows a convoy of locomotives including 57306 and 57604 at Kidderminster. The footage appears to capture operations on the Severn Valley Railway, with mentions of a service running between Reading and Kidderminster. Several other locomotives are identified in the metadata, though operators are not specified. The record lacks headcode information.
This video shows a train departing from Kidderminster heading towards Arley. The locomotives involved include 50049, 57010, and 57604. The locations featured are Kidderminster, Arley, and the Severn Valley Railway. No operator or headcode information is provided in the metadata.
This video features extensive footage of various diesel locomotives and rolling stock captured during a gala event on the Severn Valley Railway. Locomotives including 57010, 57604, D8568, 50033, 50049, 33108, 20048, 20142, 20189, and others are shown at locations such as Severn Valley Railway and Kidderminster. The footage includes multiple classes of locomotives and some headcodes, though specific operator details are not provided for each stock item.
A collection of diesel locomotives and railcars, including 57306, 57604, D8568, 50049, 33108, 20048, DMU, D7018, D9551, 67006, 55009, 20189, 57010, 20142, D1015, and 59001, were captured at the Severn Valley Railway Spring Diesel Festival. The footage shows these units at various points along the line. Operators associated with the event include British Railways, DB Schenker, GBRF, GWR, LNER, and West Coast Railways. The locations mentioned are
This video features a range of railway stock including classes 09, 20, 33, 37, 46, 50, and 55, captured on the Severn Valley Railway. Additional locations mentioned include Bangor and Kidderminster. Several operators are associated with the content, such as British Railways, DB Schenker, GWR, and others. Headcodes identified in the footage include 1A09, 1B02, 1Z90, and 2B32. The recording appears to be from a diesel-themed event, though specific operational details are not provided.
This video captures events from the Severn Valley Railway Spring Diesel Gala, featuring a variety of diesel locomotives and rolling stock. The footage includes locomotives such as classes 09, 20, 33, 46, 50, 55, 56, and 57, along with headcodes like 1A09, 1Z90, 2A32, 2B32, and 2B37. The locations featured are the Severn Valley Railway and Kidderminster. Several operators are associated with the content, including British Railways, DC Rail, GBRF, GWR, Hanson & Hall, LNER, and West Coast Railways.
It highlights the 40th anniversary of General Motors EMD traction in the UK, featuring various visiting locomotives. The structured metadata includes details of several stock items, operators such as British Railways and Colas, and locations including Templecombe. A headcode of 2A32 is also noted.
This video captures highlights from the Severn Valley Railway Diesel Festival, featuring rare diesel movements and unusual formations. Notable events include Deltic 55009 heading light engine to Bewdley, Class 17 D8568 experiencing a false start at Kidderminster, and 57306 beginning its first operations of the event after arriving from Reading. The footage also shows 57604 being positioned for its departure and a double-heading operation involving D9551 and D8568 alongside an unusual formation featuring 50033, a Class 108 DMU, and 09107.
This video captures train operations during the Severn Valley Railway Spring Diesel Festival, featuring a variety of locomotives and rolling stock. It includes scenes of services operated by multiple operators, with trains running between locations such as Bewdley, Bridgnorth, Hampton Loade, Kidderminster, and the Severn Valley Railway. The footage highlights different train sets, including Class 20 and Class 37 locomotives, alongside various headcodes. The event commemorates 40 years of General Motors EMD traction in the UK, with a focus on historic and preserved locomotives.
A video captures the Severn Valley Railway's Diesel Gala, featuring 59001 shunting at Kidderminster Town before coupling with West Coast Railways Mk1 coaching stock for a service towards Bewdley. The footage also includes guest locomotives 57604 and 57306 arriving for the event. Other railstock present includes 57010 and 159001. The video highlights the atmosphere of the gathering, with the distinctive sound of American-style air horns adding to the scene.
The Severn Valley Railway hosted a vibrant day of diesel traction during its Spring Diesel Festival, featuring several notable locomotives. Class 56 No. 56049 made its debut after missing the opening day, while double-headed operations involving D9551 and D7018 provided vintage diesel sounds. Additional highlights included the arrival of Class 57 locomotives 57306 and 57604. The event captured a range of railway scenes including departures, run-bys, arrivals, and station activity, offering a comprehensive look at heritage diesel operations on the line.
A rail incident involving multiple locomotives occurred when 57604 'Pendennis Castle' failed on a sleeper service, prompting 57605 'Totnes Castle' to assist in rescuing the set. However, both engines subsequently experienced issues, leaving the entire consist stranded in Highbridge Loop overnight. Additional locomotives, including 57301 and others, were involved in the operation. The event took place on a route that includes locations such as Reading, Totnes, and Bridgwater, with headcodes 5Z50 and 0Z50 associated with the service.
A GWR Class 57 diesel locomotive, numbered 57604 'Totnes Castle', and its sister unit 57605 'Pendennis Castle' are seen operating on the Dawlish Sea Wall. The pair is working service 5Z50 from Penzance T&RSMD to Reading Traincare Depot. The footage captures the locomotives in motion along this scenic section of track, with locations including Dawlish and Totnes mentioned in relation to the route.
This video features Polish-built TKh49 No. 4015 'Karel' operating on the Avon Valley Railway, a preserved line in England that reopened after being closed in the 1960s. The locomotive, originally constructed in 1947 for industrial use and imported to the UK in the early 2000s, has been based at the railway since 2004 and is regularly used on passenger services. It is currently undergoing maintenance ahead of its boiler ticket expiry in mid-2026. The video also includes references to other stock, operators, and locations associated with the railway network.
A video captures a sleeper train operated by GWR running during daylight hours, passing through Thatcham. The footage includes multiple Class 57 locomotives, including units numbered 57012, 57302, 57312, and 57604, as well as a Class 66 unit numbered 66416. The train is shown traveling between Fairwater Yard and Reading Traincare Depot, with headcode 5Z58 identified. Additional operational details are present in the metadata, providing insight into the movement of this sleeper service.
A private railtour featuring heritage diesel locomotives D213 'Andania' and 50050 'Fearless' transported GWR staff and industry partners to various temporary stabling locations on the South West network. The event included a working of newly refurbished Voyager 220033 alongside 221130, with both units making a brief stop at Taunton. Additional rail services involved GWR IET 800036 'Dr Paul Stephenson' and other stock including 153379, 166208, 40013, 57312, 57603, 57604, and others. The tour involved collaboration between GWR, NR, GBRf, DFT, and OR
This video showcases the recent increased activity of Class 57/3 locomotives across various locations, including London Paddington, Reading, Worcester Shrub Hill, and Worcestershire Parkway. It features multiple units such as 57301, 57303, 57305, and 57312 performing a range of duties, from sleeper services to stock movements and fleet transfers. Some locomotives are currently hired to GWR for the Night Riviera Sleeper service, while others have been involved in moving units from Long Marston and Portbury Docks.
It includes footage of the train at various points along the route and highlights other train operations such as a Colas engineers train and a GWR class 175 driver training run. The video also shows the train at locations including London Paddington, Exeter St Davids, Penzance, Plymouth, and several intermediate stations.
This video captures a range of UK rail activity across several locations. It begins with Direct Rail Services Class 68 68005 departing Worcester Shrub Hill for Daventry, followed by scenes from Reading during rush hour showing various passenger services and busy platforms. The video concludes with an Empty Coaching Stock (ECS) move involving a Great Western Railway sleeper train returning to Reading depot for servicing ahead of its evening service to Penzance. The footage includes a mix of freight, passenger, and sleeper operations.
This video features the Great Western Railway Night Riviera Sleeper at London Paddington, showing it heading west with empty coaching stock bound for Reading Traincare Depot. It also highlights a major landslip near Worcester Tunnel Junction, causing disruption to services between Hereford and Birmingham New Street, as well as some London Paddington trains. The footage provides insight into both the movement of sleeper stock and the impact of infrastructure challenges on railway operations.
A video captures a Daylight Sleeper Train at Bartletts Bridge in Bristol. The footage features locomotives 57602 and 57604, along with another unit labeled 37002. While the exact operator, location details, and headcodes are not provided in the metadata, the video offers a glimpse of rail operations in the area. The record is limited in some respects, but the presence of specific locomotive numbers provides insight into the rolling stock involved.
This video features an interview with Mark Hopwood CBE, Managing Director of Great Western Railway (GWR). The discussion takes place at the Didcot Railway Centre and covers various aspects of GWR's history, operations, and current challenges. The railway is noted for its unique heritage, including its distinctive green liveried trains that serve cities such as Cardiff, Bristol, and Penzance. Some stock identified in the video includes locomotives 57604 (class 57) and D821 (class 42), while locations mentioned include Ely and Penzance. The interview provides insights into GWR's ongoing development and its place within the broader railway network.
This video captures railway movements in the South West during early January, featuring various locomotives and trains. Highlights include a GWR sleeper stock move top and tailed by Class 57s, and the appearance of 37512 in new livery working a Class 175 drag from Ely Papworth Sidings to Penzance. Other movements involve multiple Class 37 locomotives and trains passing through locations such as Bridgwater and Norton Fitzwarren. The footage includes contributions from several rail enthusiasts and showcases different stock, operators, and headcodes associated with the recorded events.
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
This video features a collection of locomotive convoys from across the UK, showcasing multiple examples of trains operating in convoy formations. The footage includes various classes of locomotives, such as 172, 20, 37, 43, 45, and 46, captured at locations including Loughborough, Bescot Stadium, Chaddesden Sidings, and others. Some of the locomotives are shown working as light engines, while others are paired with stock. The video provides a compilation of these scenes, offering viewers a look at different railway operations and settings.
A daylight movement involving GWR sleeper stock, including units 57604 'Pendennis Castle' and 57312, was recorded on the Winter Solstice. The train operated between Reading Traincare Depot and Fairwater Yard, with plans to assess potential stabling locations due to upcoming engineering work. The movement originally intended to reach Newton Abbot but only reached Exeter before reversing. The video captures the train arriving at Taunton and awaiting a path before departing.
This video features a variety of railway stock, including classes 142, 150, 153, 221, 26, 27, 31, 313, 323, and 331, alongside operators such as Avanti West Coast, BR - Sectors, British Railways, Colas, Cross Country, DB Schenker, DC Rail, Direct Rail Services (DRS), East Coast, and Europhoenix. Locations mentioned include Burton-on-Trent, Caerphilly, Colchester, Great Central Railway, Harlington, London Euston, Severn Valley Railway, and Watford Junction. Headcodes identified are 0J03, 1V88, and 2C12. The content appears to be a compilation of railway
This video captures train movements at Derby station, featuring a variety of services and locomotives. Trains from East Midlands Railway, Cross Country, and East Coast are present, with several units including 170101, 170112, and 170501 in special liveries. The footage includes services with headcodes such as 0H91, 0Z53, and 1C30, along with trains operating between Derby and other locations including Birmingham New Street, Crewe, and Nottingham.
This video captures a variety of railway stock passing through Derby, including classes 170, 222, 26, 31, 331, 350, and 37. Operators featured include Avanti West Coast, DB Schenker, DC Rail, Direct Rail Services, Freightliner, and others. The footage includes movements from Derby Station and highlights a range of locomotives and rolling stock. Headcode 6F50 is noted in the data.
A video captures the GWR Night Riviera Sleeper service at Newton Abbot station, featuring locomotives 57604 'Pendennis Castle' and 57301. The train operated by Great Western Railway (GWR) was delayed by 32 minutes at Newton Abbot. The service runs overnight between London Paddington and Penzance in Cornwall. Additional locations mentioned include Exeter St Davids, Reading, Taunton, Totnes, and others along the route.
This video captures a busy day at Derby Station, featuring a variety of trains and rail operations. It includes CrossCountry Voyagers, EMR class 170s and 222s, GWR HST power cars, Class 57 locomotives, and several other stock types. Operators such as Colas, Direct Rail Services, and Freightliner are represented, with movements observed across locations including Derby, Allerton Depot, Birmingham New Street, Crewe, and others. The footage also includes freight operations and historic steam locomotives.
This video captures a busy evening at Derby Station, featuring multiple train convoys and a variety of locomotives. Notable stock includes Freightliner Class 66 units, GWR Class 57, Deltic Class 55, Class 26 Railfreight, and various other classes operated by companies such as Freightliner, Great Western Railway, and GBRF. The footage includes trains from locations including Derby, Crewe, East Grinstead, Gloucester, Leicester, Newark Castle, Newcastle, Nottingham, Plymouth, and Sheffield. Headcodes present in the video include 0M90, 1C95, 1F70, and 1M95.
This video captures a variety of locomotives and rolling stock movements from Alstom Works following the Great Gathering at Derby. Notable highlights include steam-hauled services, including 35018 ‘British India Line’ in tandem with other historic locomotives on a mainline journey. The footage also features HSTs, Class 37s, unit drags, light engines, and convoys as normal operations resume after the event. Multiple locations such as Derby, Carnforth, Alstom, and others are featured, with several headcodes identified in the movements.
GWR Convoy 0Z03 57604+43004+43198
david wallace (mrdwsolo)
GWR Convoy 0Z03 57604+43004+43198
A video captures GWR 57604 Pendennis Castle and power cars 43004 and 43198 passing through Kings Norton station on a service identified by headcode 0Z03. The train is shown returning home after an event known as The Greatest Gathering, with the route appearing to be between Derby and Laira. The footage includes details of the stock involved and locations along the journey.
A large gathering of railway stock took place at the Alstom works in Derby, celebrating 200 years of railways. The event featured over 140 exhibits showcasing a wide range of steam, diesel, and electric traction from throughout railway history. Among the highlights were rides on Transport for London Class 345 345055 and steam locomotives including LMS Jubilee Class 45699 'Galatea' and Ffestiniog Railway's Small England 0-4-0TT 'Prince'. The gathering included static displays, test track rides, and narrow gauge steam excursions.
This video captures a variety of railway activity at Cheltenham Spa, featuring several locomotives and rolling stock. DRS Class 68s are shown working shuttle services in support of The Greatest Gathering event before returning to their regular duties, hauling a nuclear flask train towards Crewe. Also present is 57604, which is seen dragging Class 43 power cars back to their home depot at Plymouth. Additional locomotives and headcodes are noted, reflecting the diverse operations taking place.
5 August 2025
Uktrainspotter09
5 August 2025
This video features railway stock including class 43 units numbered 43004 and 43198, along with a class 57 unit numbered 57604. The operator associated with the content is GWR. However, specific locations and headcodes are not provided in the available metadata, limiting further contextual details about the footage.
This video features a variety of railway stock, including classes 142, 150, 153, 27, 31, 313, 323, 350, and 37, captured at locations such as Derby, Alstom, Alston, Crewe, Drax Power Station, Mid-Hants Railway, Severn Valley Railway, Westbury, and York. Operators associated with the content include BR - Sectors, British Railways, DB Schenker, DC Rail, Direct Rail Services (DRS), Freightliner, GBRF, GWR, LNER, and Merseyrail. Headcodes identified in the footage are 1M62 and 1S19.
This video captures a diverse range of railway traction at Litchurch Lane Works, featuring various locomotives and units. Among the stock identified are classes 142, 150, 153, 26, 27, 31, 313, 323, 331, and 350. The event included a variety of operators such as BR - Sectors, British Railways, Colas, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services (DRS), Eastern Rail Services, Europhoenix, Eurostar, and Freightliner. Additional locations mentioned include Drax Power Station, London Liverpool Street, Newton-le-Willows, Perrygrove, Ravenglass, Severn Valley Railway, University, and West Street. Headcodes noted in the video include 0J03
A railtour operated by the Branch Line Society arrived at Derby Main Station, featuring a rare triple-loco consist of 66720, 66771, and 57303. The event was part of the Rail200 Greatest Gathering held at Derby Litchurch Lane, drawing significant interest from railway enthusiasts. The footage captures the arrival of this special train, highlighting the historic locomotives and the atmosphere of the gathering.
This video captures a gathering of historic and special locomotives at Derby, including Deltics and other notable machines. The footage shows the arrival of these trains at Derby Station and includes additional action at Alstom's Litchurch Lane facility. Several locomotive numbers are identified, though operators and headcodes are not specified in the metadata. The event appears to be part of a larger celebration of railway heritage, with mentions of various locations and rail-related activities taking place.
This video features a freight train convoy including locomotives 57604, 59201, 66501, 70008, and 90018 in new livery. The operators involved are British Railways, Freightliner, Grand Central, and LNER. The footage was recorded near Westbury. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
A convoy of locomotives including Freightliner 66501, 90018, 70008, 57604, and 59201 is captured at Basingstoke. The footage shows the train working headcode 0M90 from Eastleigh to Derby. The video includes several freight and passenger locomotives operating in various liveries. Locations featured include Basingstoke, Derby, Eastleigh, and Westbury.
This video captures railway operations involving multiple stock types and headcodes. The footage includes trains with headcodes 0Q50 and 0M90, operating on routes from Leamington Spa to Derby Litchurch Lane and Eastleigh Works to Derby Litchurch Lane. Various locations such as Derby, Eastleigh, Leamington Spa, Dorridge, and Westbury are featured. The stock types identified include classes 168, 20, 46, 50, 57, 59, 66, 70, and 90. Operators associated with the content include British Railways and Freightliner.
The footage features train stock numbered 57602 and 57604, both classified under class 57. The operator associated with these trains is GWR. No headcodes are present in the metadata.
This video highlights key railway events and anniversaries from 2022, featuring heritage and mainline operations across the UK. It includes celebrations such as the centenary of a railway merger, the repaint of a locomotive in honor of Queen Elizabeth II's 70-year reign, and the 40th anniversary of the Class 43 HST on Cross Country services. The footage captures various locations including heritage lines like the East Lancashire Railway and Severn Valley Railway, as well as mainline operators such as Cross Country and British Railways. A range of locomotives from different classes are featured in the video.
A video captures the return to service of GWR Castle Class 4079 'Pendennis Castle' after a long overhaul. The locomotive, which had been stored since 1994 and previously operated in Australia from 1977, was restored by the Great Western Society following a challenging 22-year restoration process. The footage highlights the historic moment as the engine resumes operations at Didcot Railway Centre. The video includes references to other stock numbers, locations such as Ore, Oxford Road, and Swindon, and operators including British Railways, First Great Western, and GWR.
This video features footage of GWR Sleeper ECS services, specifically units 57603 and 57604. Clips show the trains at various locations including Parson Street Station, Dr Days Jct, Horfield Bank, and Reading. The recordings were made between February and March 2022. No headcodes are included in the metadata.
This video features the GWR 57604 'Pendennis Castle' operating with a sleeper train, alongside other locomotives including 66540, 66547, and 66561. The footage was recorded at Swindon. Freightliner and GWR are identified as operators in the metadata. No headcode information is available for this recording.
This video features two Class 57 diesel locomotives, numbered 57603 and 57604, captured at Dawlish and Teignmouth. The footage includes 57603 at Dawlish on the Penzance to London route and 57604 at Teignmouth on the London to Penzance service. No operator or headcode information is available in the current record.
The content includes scenes at Hayle, Penzance, St Erth, and other locations along the route. The footage shows the trains in operation during different times of day, including departures, arrivals, and movements within the network. Some stock numbers are identified, and the GWR operator is mentioned in relation to the services. The video provides a visual record of these sleeper trains in action across various points in the region.
Several Class 43 and Class 57 locomotives are visible, including the Night Riviera ECS sleeper with units 57603 and 57604. The footage includes a variety of trains operating in this period of change, though specific headcodes are not identified in the metadata.
This video captures two sleeper trains, 57603 and 57604, at Dawlish and Dawlish Warren in July 2020. The footage includes a night shot of train 57604 at Dawlish Warren Station and train 57603 at the Dawlish Sea Wall. The operator associated with these trains is GWR. No headcodes are included in the record.
A video captures special services operated by Great Western Railway on its 175th anniversary, featuring unusual motive power and rare track usage. The Steam Autocar was used for shuttles between Southall and Brentford stone terminal, while Class 57 locomotives, 57604 and 57605, hauled Night Riviera MK3 sleeper stock on a circular route from Paddington, Greenford, and West Ealing. Additionally, locomotive 150001 worked on the Colnbrook freight branch. The footage highlights these special operations with onboard views and notable railway assets.
A video captures a journey on GWR 57604, a Class 57 diesel locomotive, operating in GWR green livery. The footage shows the locomotive hauling a service between Plymouth and Exeter, part of a seasonal loco-hauled route that ran between Penzance and Exeter using coaches from the Night Rivera sleeper service. The journey took place on 9 August 2014, with the locomotive providing motive power for both the outbound and return trips. The video highlights the experience of riding on this service, which offered improved comfort compared to standard services.
A video shows Great Western Railway 57604 departing Exeter St Davids following its service from Penzance. The train was working headcode 2E51 on the day of the recording, and was preparing for the return journey under headcode 5E51. The footage captures the locomotive as it leaves the station, with no further details provided about the route or additional services involved.
This video shows GWR Class 57 locomotives 57603 and 57604 at Reading. The footage captures the locomotives in what appears to be a stationary or low-speed setting, likely during a service or maintenance activity. No headcodes are identified in the metadata. The location is clearly specified as Reading, and the operator associated with the stock is noted as GWR. The video provides a visual record of these locomotives at a specific site, though further details about their operational context are not included in the available data.
This video captures a variety of railway activity, including freight trains and special services. It features multiple locomotives and includes footage shot at Cholsey, as well as other locations such as Garston, Harlington, Hayes, London Paddington, Reading, Slough, Theale, and Tilehurst. Several operators are represented, along with a range of headcodes. The content includes observations of trains and rail operations across different areas.
This video shows GWR 57603 and 57604 at Reading on the Sleeper Stock ECS. The footage captures these locomotives in operation, with no further details provided about their movement or activity during the event. The location is clearly identified as Reading, and the operator is noted as GWR. No headcode information is available for this recording.
Long Rock GWR Open Day. 13th April 2019
Mike Wilcock. Rails in Wales.
Long Rock GWR Open Day. 13th April 2019
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.
A freight train, identified by headcode 5F74, is shown moving through Lawrence Hill in Bristol, carrying two barrier wagons with labels 6336 and 6348. The video also captures a light engine operating between Reading Traincare Depot and St Philips Marsh HSTD, with headcodes 0Z71 and 1B12 appearing in the footage. The train involved in the freight move is numbered 57604, while another locomotive, 165127, is also present. The operator associated with the video is GWR.
Several HST units are shown, including those with stock numbers 150207 and various 43xxx series. The footage includes scenes from locations such as Basingstoke, Bristol Temple Meads, Dawlish Warren, Exeter St Davids, Newton Abbot, and Riverside Station. A headcode of 6M20 is noted in the metadata. The video highlights the continued use of HSTs, with mention that these trains will soon be phased out.
Old Oak Common. September 2017
Mike Wilcock. Rails in Wales.
Old Oak Common. September 2017
The footage features various railway stock, such as classes 180, 41, 43, 47, and 50, though operators are not specified. The location mentioned is Darlington, and one headcode, 1Z14, is noted. The event was described as well-organised, although access to steam locomotives was limited towards the end of the day.
It features a variety of locomotives, including 43093, which was unveiled in its new livery. Several other locomotives are present, such as 180102, 31438, and various 37, 41, and 50 class units. The event allowed attendees to view and board the locomotives up close. Operators associated with the footage include British Railways, Colas, Direct Rail Services (DRS), First Great Western, GBRF, GWR, Intercity, Rail Express Systems, and Rail Operations Group. The location mentioned is Reading, and headcodes 1S71 and
This video captures highlights from an open day at Old Oak Common, featuring a variety of railway stock. Notable locomotives include classes 180, 41, 43, 56, 57, and 800, with specific units such as 180102, 41001, 43093, 43185, 56049, 57603, 57604, and 800003. The footage includes locations such as Slough. Several operators are associated with the video, including British Railways, Colas, Direct Rail Services (DRS), First Great Western, GBRF, GWR, and Intercity. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
A video shows Great Western Railway Class 57604 leading a locomotive convoy, featuring Class 41 and Class 47 steam engines. The footage captures the movement of these historic rail vehicles on the Acton Main Line. British Railways, GWR, Intercity, and Rail Operations Group are associated with the operators involved in the event. While no headcodes are identified in the record, the presence of multiple locomotives suggests a significant rail operation. The video provides a visual record of this railway activity, highlighting the involvement of various historic stock types.
A video captures a GWR Class 08 shunter and 57604 'Pendennis Castle' at Penzance. The footage includes scenes from Penzance and St Erth. The operators involved are First Great Western and GWR. No headcode information is available in the record.
A video captures the Devon - London - Devon Sleeper service in the Dawlish area, featuring locomotives 57602 'Restermol Castle' and 57604 'Pendennis Castle'. The footage was recorded between 19th and 21st August 2015. The location of Dawlish is noted, but operator and headcode information are not available in the metadata.
A video captures the 57604 Pendennis Castle in green livery at Dawlish Sea Wall and Dawlish Warren Station. The footage includes scenes from routes between Plymouth to Exeter St Davids, and Exeter St Davids to Penzance. The locations featured are Dawlish Warren, Dawlish, Exeter St Davids, Penzance, and Plymouth. Several British Rail Class 57 and Class 67 locomotives are identified in the metadata, though no operator is specified for these units. The record lacks headcode information.
A First Great Western HST, including units 43159 and 57604 'Pendennis Castle', is shown en route to York for an event. The video captures the train at Doncaster, with a repainted MK3 coach in Proto type HST livery and a barrier coach for the FGW Class 57. Other units present include 43150, 43151, and 158859. The train is operating under headcode 5E04.
A convoy of freight locomotives, including 57604 and several others, is seen traveling to Derby Works. The video highlights the introduction of a new grey livery on 90018, marking its 60th anniversary. Additional footage captures various locomotive convoys from recent days. The recording features multiple locomotives across different classes, with some associated with Freightliner and other operators. Locations mentioned include Derby and several other railway sites. Headcodes such as 0Q50 and 2D46 are also noted in the metadata.