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66312
Class 66
Names carried:
Nigel Harris
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6F73
19 May 2026
3 videos with 66312
3 total on headcode/date
1 journey
6L48
19 May 2026
2 videos with 66312
2 total on headcode/date
2 journeys
6T43
19 May 2026
2 videos with 66312
2 total on headcode/date
0 journeys
4M56
19 May 2026
2 videos with 66312
2 total on headcode/date
1 journey
4L62
19 May 2026
2 videos with 66312
2 total on headcode/date
1 journey
4M22
19 May 2026
2 videos with 66312
2 total on headcode/date
1 journey
Videos featuring 66312
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic Freight trains at Warrington Bank Quay Carlisle Crewe Stafford Station 18+19th May 2026
Notable stock includes Class 66 and Class 350 diesel-electric units, with operators such as GBRF, Freightliner, Direct Rail Services, Colas, and DB Schenker represented. The footage was recorded near Warrington Bank Quay, Carlisle, Crewe, and Stafford, among other locations along the route. Headcodes such as 4H61, 4M27, and 6F73 are visible, indicating scheduled freight movements.
Leslie Gilpin Railways
Fast Freight at Stafford! Intermodals, Aggregates and a Flask between Voyagers 19 May 26
This video captures railway activity at Stafford and other locations across the UK, featuring freight trains including intermodal services, aggregates, and a nuclear flask. Locomotives from various classes are present, along with passenger services such as Voyagers and Everos. The footage includes multiple operators and headcodes associated with different rail services.
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic Busy Action at Stafford LSL Chairman’s Train Freight/passenger Trains 19 May 2026 WCML
This video captures busy rail activity at Stafford Station, featuring a variety of train services and locomotives. It includes Avanti West Coast Pendolino and Everos services, London Northwestern Railways 350s and 730s, CrossCountry Voyagers, Locomotive Services Limited’s chairman’s train, Freightliner and GBRF class 66s, DRS Direct Rail Services class 68s, and Lumo West Coast service 222601. Multiple locations are mentioned, including Bournemouth, Dagenham Dock, Felixstowe, Glasgow Central, London Euston, Manchester Piccadilly, and Trafford Park. Several train headcodes are also identified in the footage.
A video shows the delivery of new Piccadilly Line 2024 stock, with GBRf units 66307 and 66312 passing near Five Oak Green close to Paddock Wood. The footage captures these trains operating on a route between Dollands Moor and Tonbridge. No headcodes are noted in the record.
This video captures train activity at Doncaster Station, featuring a variety of rail stock and operators. Notable operators include Colas Rail, GBRf, DB Cargo, Freightliner, Volker Rail, TPE, and Wabtec. The footage includes locomotives such as 66847, 56049, 66710, 66307, and others. Additional locations referenced in the metadata include Belmont, Darlington, Felixstowe, Hope, Newark Northgate, Scunthorpe, Templecombe, and Whitemoor Yard. Headcodes such as 0D01, 0D09, and 4L08 are also noted.
This video captures train activity at Bristol Temple Meads and Westbury, featuring a variety of locomotives including GBRF, CrossCountry, Freightliner, DB Cargo, Colas Rail, and GWR units. The footage includes both freight and passenger movements, with several Class 165, Class 166, Class 220, and Class 59 locomotives visible. The recording took place on the Easter Holidays in April 2026, showcasing rail operations at these locations.
Railstorm UK
GBRF 66312 'Nigel Harris' at Newton Abbot on route learning for the Cornish China Clay! - 2026
A locomotive identified as GBRF 66312 'Nigel Harris' is seen at Newton Abbot station during a route learning exercise for the Cornish China Clay. Additional locations mentioned include Hope, Newton, Torquay, Torre, and other relevant points along the route. The headcode 0V75 is noted in connection with the movement.
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic Freight Train Acton at Tamworth Lichfield Trent Valley Stafford Whifflet water Orton
This video captures freight train activity at multiple locations across the UK, including Tamworth, Lichfield Trent Valley, and Stafford. It features a variety of Class 66 locomotives operated by several rail companies such as Freightliner, DRS, GBRF, and DB Schenker. The footage includes headcodes such as 4E36, 4L93, and 4M01, indicating different services captured during the recording.
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic Busy Few Hours at Water Orton Freight/Charter/passenger Trains 2nd March 2025
This video captures a busy period at Water Orton station, featuring a mix of freight and passenger services. Trains include CrossCountry Voyagers 170s, Freightliner Class 66 and 70s, GBRF Class 66, Rail Operations Group Class 37 and 68, and DRS Direct Rail Services Class 66. The footage includes various locations such as Birmingham New Street, Eastleigh, Felixstowe, Leicester, London Euston, Mossend EuroTerminal, Stansted Airport, and Wrexham General. Headcodes present include 1K15, 1N45, 1P09, 1P14, 4E36, 4L93, 4M37, 4M82, 6G65, and
It includes footage of freight services departing from Tunstead Quarry and features several locomotives and headcodes associated with these operations. The content highlights various locations along the route, including Wellingborough, Ashburys, and Rugby, as well as multiple train movements recorded during the session.
Trains include Chiltern Railways Class 165 and 166 units, Mk3 DVTs, and other rolling stock. The footage shows services operating in Buckinghamshire during peak times, with trains heading to locations such as Aylesbury, Banbury, Birmingham, London Marylebone, and Doncaster. Headcodes identified include 1F32, 1R21, 4L03, and 5M00.
Damien's Trains and Travels
Triple Header Shunting 66s 66693, 66312 & 66753, Wellingborough Neilson’s Sidings, 7th February 2026
A video shows three Class 66 diesel locomotives—numbered 66693, 66312 'Nigel Harris', and 66753 'EMD Roberts Road'—shunting three trucks at Wellingborough Neilson’s Sidings. Additional locomotives present include Class 66 No. 66207 and Class 222 No. 222023. The footage captures railway operations in the Wellingborough area, with no headcodes identified in the record.
This video captures footage from visits to the Northampton area and other locations including Bletchley, Crewe, Felixstowe, Liss, Southall, Trafford Park, and Tyseley. It features various railway stock such as classes 150, 180, 196, 350, 37, 380, 47, and 66, along with headcodes including 1L11, 4L48, 4L67, 4M07, 4M22, 4M52, 5Q78, and 5Z50. Operators associated with the footage include Freightliner, GBRF, London Northwestern Railway, Virgin Trains, and West Midlands Trains.
This video showcases a variety of UK railway operations across Midlands locations in early January 2026, featuring freight and passenger movements under winter conditions. It includes footage of Class 66, 37, and 20 locomotives, as well as Class 93 units, captured at stations such as South Wigston, Nuneaton, and others. Headcodes such as 4L05, 0Q74, and 4M83 are noted, alongside operators including British Railways, DB Schenker, Freightliner, GBRF, Intercity, and Network Rail.
Lea Road & Old Hall talks
Double header! “Nigel Harris”leads “Cambois Depot 25 years” 66312 & 66778 Lea Road 13;37 15/1/2026
A double-headed freight train, consisting of Class 66 locomotives 66312 and 66778, is shown operating on the Gainsborough Lea Road line. The train carries a headcode of 6E86 and is operated by British Railways and GBRF. The footage captures the movement of the train with 15 sand hoppers in tow. No other specific details about the journey or additional context are provided in the metadata.
This video captures trainspotting activity at Doncaster Station, featuring a number of diverted services from the West Coast Mainline. It includes sightings of Class 68 and Class 88 locomotives operated by Direct Rail Services (DRS) running the Daventry service. Multiple train stock numbers, operators, locations, and headcodes are identified in the footage, offering insight into the variety of rail operations passing through the area.
Several trains are shown during the filming period, with headcodes such as 1A49, 1A51, 1D58, and others identified. The footage also notes a disruption caused by a broken rail near Northampton, leading to delays and train stacking.
A video captures railway activity at Nuneaton, featuring a mix of freight trains, RHTT workings, and modern passenger services on the West Coast Main Line. Various locomotives and rolling stock are visible, including Class 66 and Class 390 units operated by multiple companies such as Avanti West Coast, Freightliner, and DB Schenker. The footage shows early-morning peak traffic under challenging weather conditions, with several headcodes identified. Additional locations referenced include Bletchley, Chester, and London Euston.
This video captures freight train movements and locomotives at two locations in Derbyshire and Cheshire. At Stenson Junction, Class 37 locomotives 37610, 37607, and 37501 are seen operating on various services, including a journey from Derby RTC to Derby RTC. Freight trains operated by companies such as DB Schenker, Freightliner, and GBRF are also featured. At Casey Lane (Basford Hall Junction), freight movements include a solo Class 90 locomotive observed on a Freightliner service heading towards Garston. Several other freight trains and locomotives are documented across different locations.
This video documents a night filming attempt around Lincoln station, which was disrupted when the filmmaker's train was terminated early at Newark Castle. The content provides insight into the challenges faced during the shoot due to unexpected changes in the rail schedule. Several railway stock numbers, operators, locations, and headcodes are identified within the footage, offering additional context to the events captured.
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Lea Road & Old Hall talks
The late “Nigel Harris” 66312 4L11 with 37 containers 13;01 6L Lea Road 8/12/2025
A Class 66 diesel locomotive, numbered 66312, is shown operating with a freight train carrying 37 containers. The train runs under the headcode 4L11 and is operated by GBRF. It travels from Gainsborough Lea Road to Felixstowe. Another locomotive, numbered 20142, is also identified in the footage.
This video features freight trains operating on the UK's railway network, including locomotives from various operators such as DC Rail, DB Trains, Colas RailFreight, Direct Rail Services, and GBRF. The footage includes multiple classes of rolling stock, with some identified as class 170, 37, 56, and 66. Locations shown include Crewe and Derby. A headcode of 1C68 is also noted in the metadata.
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic Busy Action Crewe Station LSL Deltic HST Pullman Freight Passenger trains November 19th 25
This video captures a variety of trains at Crewe Station and other locations across the UK, including freight and passenger services. Trains identified include classes 153, 323, 350, and 390, operated by Avanti West Coast, Colas, Direct Rail Services, Locomotive Services Limited, and others. The footage includes services such as Pendolino, HST Pullman, and various freight operations. Headcodes present include 0Z66, 1A35, and 6G99, among others.
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Lea Road & Old Hall talks
“Nigel Harris” 66312 4L11 with 14 containers 12;46 running 9E Lea Road 17/11/2025
A Class 66 diesel locomotive, numbered 66312, is seen operating with a freight train carrying 14 containers. The train runs under the headcode 4L11 and is operated by GBRF and British Railways. The footage captures the locomotive at Gainsborough Lea Road en route to Felixstowe. No further details about the journey or additional context are provided in the metadata.
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“Nigel Harris” 66312 4E21 with 41 containers 16;57 39L Lea Road 12/11/2025
A Class 66 diesel locomotive, numbered 66312, is seen operating a freight train with 41 containers. The train runs under the headcode 4E21 and is operated by GBRF and British Railways. The footage captures the locomotive at Gainsborough Lea Road, having departed from Felixstowe and heading towards Tinsley Yard. No other specific details about the journey or additional context are provided in the record.
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“Nigel Harris” 66312 4E39 with 34 large blue containers 18;40 20L Lea Road 10/11/2025
A Class 66 locomotive, numbered 66312, is seen hauling a freight train with 34 large blue containers. The train is identified as service 4E39 and runs along the 20L route. A Class 195 passenger train, numbered 195016, is also visible, operating service 1L73 between Leeds and Lincoln. The footage captures these trains at Gainsborough Lea Road, with additional reference to Northern services. Operators involved include British Railways, GBRF, and Northern.
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Triple header 66725 & 66312 & 69008 6E86 with 17 sand hoppers 13;35 6E Lea Road 6/11/2025
A triple-header freight train consisting of locomotives 66312, 66725, and 69008, operating under headcode 6E86, is shown running along the Gainsborough Lea Road to Monk Bretton Redfearns route. The train includes 17 sand hoppers and is associated with the GBRF operator. The footage captures this movement on a weekday in late November, though the exact date is not specified.
Arthur Growler
GRIDS Smoke out Bidston Station with RHTT Departure!! Tata Steel & Hanson Cement Freight Trains…
Various locomotives, including DB Cargo 66’6s such as 66660 and 66728, are featured alongside tractors hired by Colas. The footage includes freight trains operating under different headcodes, with specific services running on designated days of the week.
A video shows three Class 20 diesel locomotives—20107, 20118 and 20132—pulling a private charter near Mirfield towards the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway. The footage includes a brief scene of a driver sounding the horn. No headcodes are identified in the record.
Arthur Growler
HIRED LSL 37667 to Colas. 66660 Makes DEBUT on the Borderlands Line during September + DRONE ACTION
It includes footage of locomotives such as 37422, 37667, and 66660, which made its debut this month. The content highlights regular services transporting goods between locations including Shotton, Avonmouth, and Margam, with specific headcodes identified for these operations. Several operators are involved, including Colas and DB Schenker.
This video captures railway activity at Acton Bridge, featuring multiple Class 66 locomotives including 66108, 66308, 66310, 66312, 66547, 66597, 66603, 66615, 66616, and 66744. Several operators are associated with the footage, including Avanti West Coast, Direct Rail Services (DRS), Freightliner, GBRF, and Network Rail. The content was filmed on August 7th and 8th, 2025, though specific headcodes are not included in the metadata.
Rail125
Class 701 Drag & Class 398 Drag PLUS Nuclear Flask Train! | Cheltenham Spa & Worcestershire |
This video features a variety of railway activity captured at Cheltenham Spa, Worcestershire Parkway, and other locations. It includes footage of SWR Class 701 and TFW Class 398 drag services, as well as nuclear flask freight trains under tight security. Additional stock seen includes classes 165, 220, 43, 60, and 66, with headcodes such as 1M55, 1V59, and 6V05 appearing in the footage. The content highlights a range of freight workings and rail operations across multiple sites.
A Class 66 locomotive, numbered 66312, is shown passing through Lawrence Hill Station. The train is part of service 6V84, operated by GBRF, and was running approximately six minutes late at the time of the recording. The route appears to include Clitheroe and Avonmouth as key locations along the journey. No further details about the train's composition or additional context are provided in the metadata.
This video captures railway activity at Standish Junction and surrounding areas, featuring a variety of locomotives including Class 60, 66, 68, and 69. The footage includes multiple trains passing through locations such as Gloucester, Chepstow, and Bridgwater, with several headcodes identified. Operators associated with the video include British Railways, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services, EWS, GBRF, and Network Rail. The content provides a visual record of train movements during a summer day in 2025.
Rail125
Greatest Gathering Shuttles Done – 68s Back on THE DAY JOB & 57604 Drags 43’s home! | Cheltenham Spa
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.
Soi Buakhao
Modern Railway & GB Railfreight Diesel Gala, Nene Valley railway at Wansford & Peterborough
This video captures locomotives from the Nene Valley Railway during a Modern Railways GB Railfreight Diesel Gala event. It features various classes including 14, 47, 66, and 69, as well as several 60-class units, at locations in Peterborough and Ford. The footage includes multiple locomotives from operators such as British Railways and GBRF. While the record contains detailed information about the stock and locations involved, headcode data is not available.
This video features a variety of railway stock, including Class 158, Class 170, and Class 195 diesel multiple units, as well as a Class 66 freight locomotive. The operators associated with the footage include Colas, DB Schenker, East Midlands Railway, GBRF, and Northern. The locations shown are Alfreton and Leeds. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video captures train activity at Doncaster Station, featuring a variety of locomotives from different operators. Notable stock includes Colas Rail's 56113 and 56051, GBRf's 69014 and several 66-series units, Volker Rail's DR77801, and Freightliner's 66538. The footage also includes trains passing through other locations such as Barnetby, Felixstowe, Frodingham, Huddersfield, Longport, Scunthorpe, and Sheffield. Headcodes present in the video include 0D01, 0S15, 0Z66, 4D87, 4L45, 6D74, 6D75, 6G4
This video provides an exclusive look inside a new Class 99 locomotive operated by GB Railfreight, showcasing its powerful capabilities with 8,000 horsepower in electric mode and 2,400 horsepower in diesel mode. The footage was captured at UK Rail Leasing’s depot in Leicester. The video also includes metadata referencing various rail stock, operators, locations, and headcodes associated with the railway network.
This video features a variety of freight trains, including Class 66 and Class 92 locomotives, captured at several locations across the UK. The footage includes scenes from Stechford, Coventry, Bletchley, Dagenham Dock, Euston, Garston, Northampton, and Trafford Park. Operators associated with the content include East Midlands Railway, Freightliner, GBRF, and South Western Railway. Headcodes 4L42 and 6X23 are also noted in the metadata.
This video captures GBRf train operations in Bristol in May 2025. It features multiple locomotives, including classes 165 and 66, with stock numbers such as 165134, 66310, 66312, 66314, 66709, 66713, 66714, 66721, 66760, and 66773. The operator is identified as GBRf. However, specific locations and headcodes are not included in the metadata.
It features services operated by Avanti West Coast, London Northwestern Railway, and freight operators Freightliner and GBRF. Trains identified include those with headcodes such as 1A15, 1A17, and 1B32, along with rolling stock classes 153 and 350. The footage highlights the scenic views of the Chilterns from the station and includes services running between various locations including Aylesbury, Birmingham New Street, and London Euston.
This video captures several Class 66 locomotives in action near Edenbridge, with footage taken at Penshurst and Bough Beech. GBRf 66312 is seen working an engineers train for Hoo Junction, followed by 66313 on a similar service. Additionally, 66110 is shown operating between Dollands Moor and Daventry, crossing paths with another locomotive. The footage provides insight into the operational activities of these diesel units in the area.
A video shows GBRf 66312 'Nigel Harris' passing through Cambridge North Platform 2 on a service with headcode 6L37. The train is operating between Hoo Junction Up Yard and Whitemoor Yard. The footage captures the locomotive in motion at Cambridge North, with additional location references to Cambridge and Whitemoor Yard.
This video captures train movements through Alfreton and Leeds. Identified rolling stock includes classes 195, 66, and 66. The operators associated with the footage are East Midlands Railway, Freightliner, GBRF, Intercity, LNER, Network Rail, and Northern. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video features train spotting activity at Lincoln Central railway station. It includes sightings of various locomotives, including classes 37 and 66, with headcodes such as 3J41, 4E00, and 4L08. The footage also captures the historic railway environment of Lincoln, referencing its past St Marks station. Several locations are mentioned, including Barnetby, Doncaster, and Felixstowe, indicating potential rail movements or routes. Operators such as British Railways, Colas, and Network Rail are associated with the content.
This video features train spotting activities at Peterborough railway station, including footage of the historic locomotive 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley. It also captures passing freight trains operated by GBRf, DB Cargo, and Freightliner, featuring multiple Class 66 locomotives. The footage includes various locations such as Barnetby, Brandon, Felixstowe, Leeds, Sunderland, and Whitemoor Yard. Headcodes associated with the recorded movements include 0Z32, 0Z67, 3J42, 4E20, 4E21, 4E25, 4L11, 4L13, 4L45, and 4M29.
This video explores the process of naming a locomotive, focusing on GB Railfreight 66312 Nigel Harris. It details the logistical steps involved, from planning and timetabling to selecting a location for the ceremony and casting the nameplate. The content provides insight into the coordination required to successfully rename a locomotive, highlighting the challenges faced during the process.
It includes footage of 66307 passing Caledonian Road, 66061 and 66056 at Mill Hill Broadway, and 66312 and 66764 at West Hampstead. The locomotives are associated with workings between Broxbourne, Felixstowe, Hams Hall, and Toton. Operators involved include DB Schenker, GBRF, and Network Rail.
Soi Buakhao
The Modern Railways & GB Railfreight Nene Valley Railway Diesel Gala 2024 Classes 08/14/45/57/66/69
A video captures railway activity at the Nene Valley Railway on 8 September 2024, during the Modern Railways & GB Railfreight Charity Diesel Gala. It features several diesel locomotives including classes 08, 14, 45, 57, 66, and 69 operating in various locations such as Peterborough and Water Orton. The footage includes GBRF class 08, 57, 66, and 69 locomotives alongside NVR’s home fleet classes 14 and 45. Some specific locomotive numbers identified include 45041, 57303, 60009, 60069, 60099, 66312, 6900
This video discusses recent developments in the rail industry, including new information from the Rail Accident Investigation Branch regarding the Talerddig rail crash and updates on Northern Rail's performance. It also covers topics such as complaints about steam engine emissions on the Welsh Highland Railway, electrification plans for East West Rail, and infrastructure upgrades on the East Kilbride to Glasgow line. The content includes mentions of various railway operators, locations across Wales and England, and specific locomotive stock numbers identified in the footage.
A locomotive identified as 66312, operated by GB Railfreight, is shown crossing the River Cam near Cambridge North. The footage captures the movement of the train working on a service between Hoo Junction Up Yard and Whitemoor Yard, with headcode 6L37. The video provides a glimpse into rail freight operations in the area.
brunelheritage
GREAT MIX OF TRAINS at Peterborough! + 60163 'TORNADO' RAISES STEAM at the NENE VALLEY! | 24.10.2024
Notable locomotives include Class 56 56103, Class 47 47815 'Great Western', and multiple Class 66 units, along with LNER Class 91s passing through. The footage also features the newly overhauled LNER A1 60163 'Tornado' at Wansford, preparing for its weekend operations on the Nene Valley Railway. Other rolling stock includes an ex TFW Pacer and a Danish F Class 6 unit.
This video features railway footage captured around Water Orton, along with other locations including Doncaster, Eastleigh, Scunthorpe, and Walsall. It includes various stock numbers such as 170105, 170637, 37884, and several 66-class units, alongside headcodes like 4E49, 4L68, and 4M54. Operators associated with the footage include Cross Country, Direct Rail Services (DRS), Freightliner, GBRF, and Maritime. The content appears to focus on railway operations and scenes from different areas of the network.
A rail line between Bridgend and Cardiff was closed for maintenance over the weekend, leading to diversions along the Vale line. The video includes footage from Saturday and Sunday, with additional historical images from 2016 for comparison. Freight and passenger services were affected, with operators such as DB Schenker, Freightliner, GBRF, and GWR involved. Stock including locomotives 66312, 66560, 66656, and 66703 were present, and services operated from locations such as Bridgend, Swansea, Avonmouth, and Paddington. Headcodes observed included 2Q16, 6B04, and 6H27.
A freight train operating under headcode 4O38 experienced a failure near Water Orton, causing disruptions to Cross Country services. Some trains were diverted via Tamworth while others were cancelled. The incident involved locomotive 70005 and impacted services between Lawley St FT and Southampton MCT. Several locations including Eastleigh, Scunthorpe, Sutton, Walsall, and Tamworth are associated with the event.
66312 is seen working a service from Tonbridge to Peterborough, passing through Hildenborough. Later, 66619 is shown operating the regular 6O98 service between Whatley and Allington, with a track machine present at Penshurst. The footage provides a glimpse into the workings of these freight locomotives on different routes across southern England.
This video features a variety of historic railway stock, including classes 40, 45, 47, 57, 60, 66, and 69, captured during an event at Boston. The footage is associated with operators British Railways and GBRF. No headcodes are identified in the metadata. Additional details about the specific movements or events shown are not included in the available data.
A railtour operated on August 18, 2024, featuring multiple locomotives running between York and Wakefield via Drax Power Station. The event included services operated by DB Schenker, GBRf, and Freightliner, with a variety of locomotives such as 66050, 66073, 66190, 69011, 66312, 66724, 66550, 66610, and 70008. Additional locomotives 20118 and 20132 were later used for a return journey to Derby. The footage was captured primarily at Wakefield Westgate.
