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66421
Class 66
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4L05
07 Oct 2026
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4M95
07 Oct 2026
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6X44
08 Sep 2026
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0Z98
08 Sep 2026
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4H61
29 Jul 2026
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6G99
29 Jul 2026
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4M27
19 May 2026
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5H70
05 May 2026
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4M50
30 Sep 2025
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4M27
11 Jul 2025
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5Z74
14 Dec 2020
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Videos featuring 66421
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic Freight Light Locos At Stafford Coventry Watford Oxenholme Carlise 6th 7th October 26 WCML
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic busy Morning At Stafford Station FreightPassenger/Light Locomotive 6th October 2026?WCML
The footage includes attempts to film a Class 37 operating with a Class 701 unit at Kensington Olympia, though the train terminated early at Willesden Junction and later at Kensal Rise. Several locations such as Brondesbury, Cricklewood, and Harlesden are featured, along with headcodes like 4L33 and 6M58. The video also highlights challenges in accessing certain services, possibly due to staffing issues during the holiday season.
This video captures railway activity around Worcester, featuring services from Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway, and freight operators. It includes footage of multiple freight trains passing through Abbotswood Junction, as well as passenger services at Worcester Shrub Hill and Worcester Foregate Street. The content highlights a variety of train movements, including those operated by Direct Rail Services, GB Railfreight, and DB Schenker, with several headcodes identified.
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic Freight Action at Milton Keynes Crewe Sandbach Stafford Walsall 28/29th July 2026
This video captures freight train activity at several locations along the West Coast Mainline, including Crewe, Sandbach, Stafford, and Walsall. It features a variety of locomotives, such as Class 66 and Class 70 models operated by companies like GBRF, DB Trains, Direct Rail Services, and Freightliner. The footage includes multiple trains with headcodes such as 4H33, 4H61, and 6G99. The content highlights freight operations across the network, showcasing different operators and rolling stock in action.
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic busy Few Hours at Walsall station Midlands Freight/Passenger trains 29th July 2026
This video captures activity at Walsall station, featuring a variety of freight and passenger trains. Locomotives identified include Class 66s numbered 66142, 66307, 66314, 66421, 66434, 66728, and 66749, as well as Class 70s 70008 and 70015, and a Class 730 numbered 730002. Operators mentioned include GBRF, Direct Rail Services (DRS), Freightliner, DB Schenker, and West Midlands Trains. Additional locations referenced are Avonmouth, Birmingham International, Hednesford, London Gateway, Penyffordd, Rugeley Trent Valley
This video captures a variety of trains, including Class 37 and Class 66 locomotives, at Tamworth and other locations across the UK. The footage includes multiple trains identified by headcodes 4Q27 and 5Q65, with operators such as Colas, Freightliner, LNER, and GBRF represented. Several locations are featured, including Derby, Euston, Sheffield, and Stafford. The video highlights a day of train spotting with a focus on different locomotive classes and freight operations.
This video captures train spotting activity at Doncaster, Swinton, and Mexborough stations. It includes sightings of various rail stock operated by companies such as GBRf, Heavy Haul Rail, Freightliner, Db Cargo, Colas Rail, and DRS. The footage features locomotives with numbers including 69007, 66316, 66547, 66063, and others. Several headcodes are also noted, indicating different train services observed during the spotting session.
This video captures a variety of trains at Newcastle and surrounding locations. Trains include LNER AZUMA (Class 800/801), Cross Country (Class 220), TransPennine Express (Class 802), Northern (Class 156/158), LNER Intercity 225 (Class 91/82), Direct Rail Service (Class 66), and Network Rail (Class 43). The footage includes multiple train units with headcodes such as 1F15, 1S13, 1S93, 2T17, and 9E12. The video provides a snapshot of rail activity in the region, featuring various operators and rolling stock types.
A video shows Direct Rail Services locomotive 66421 during a positioning move. The footage captures the movement of the locomotive on a route from Carlisle to Crewe, with Hellifield mentioned as a location. The headcode 0K05 is associated with the movement. No further details about the journey or additional context are provided in the available information.
A freight movement involving Direct Rail Services locomotive 66421 is shown operating on a route from Carlisle to Crewe, with Carnforth featured as a location. Network Rail engineers are also present, suggesting maintenance or infrastructure work may be underway. The train is identified with headcode 6X05.
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic Action Direct Rail Services Class 66s 68s 88s on United Kingdom Railway Network 2026 P1
This video features a variety of locomotives, including Class 66 and Class 350 units, operating on the UK railway network. It includes footage from several locations such as Carlisle, Lancaster, Milton Keynes Central, and Holytown. The content is associated with operators like Direct Rail Services (DRS), Avanti West Coast, and Scot Rail. While no specific train numbers are provided, the video highlights rail activity across multiple regions of the UK.
It includes services operated by multiple companies such as Avanti West Coast, DB Schenker, DC Rail, Freightliner, GBRF, London Northwestern Railway, RailAdventure, Southern, and Transpennine. Locomotives and rolling stock featured include Class 20s, Class 350s, Class 56s, Class 60s, and Class 66s, with headcodes such as 1B29, 1F32, and 5G99 identified. The footage shows a typical weekday midday scene at the station in Southern England.
This video captures railway activity at Carlisle, featuring aggregate trains, a sand-hauling engineer's train, logs, an intermodal service, and a new measurement train. Additional passenger services are also shown. Various locomotives and rolling stock are identified, including classes 390, 397, 43, and 66, with associated headcodes such as 0M50, 4C17, and 4S44. The footage was recorded on a wet day following a hot week, with the content providing an overview of freight and passenger operations in the area.
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.
West Coast Mainline trains
Trains at Warrington Bank Quay Freight trains Passenger Trains 18th 20th May 2026 WCML
Trains include Avanti West Coast Pendolino services, Northern 195s, Transport for Wales 197s, Direct Rail Services 66s and 88s, as well as DB Schenker class 66 locomotives. The footage includes a variety of rolling stock such as classes 195, 390, 60, 66, and 88. Operators involved are Avanti West Coast, Northern, Transport for Wales, Direct Rail Services, DB Schenker, and Network Rail. Locations referenced include Warrington Bank Quay, Carlisle, Chester, Glasgow Central, Leeds, and London Euston.
A rail event featuring multiple locomotives and a special train journey is documented, with footage capturing various locomotives operating across different routes. The LSL Chairman's Train was hauled by several classes of locomotives including Class 37s, Class 90s, and others, traveling through locations such as Carlisle, Crewe, Hellifield, Kilmarnock, and Euston. Additional footage shows a Class 121 unit operating on the Settle Carlisle line. The event includes multiple headcodes and involves several operators and locations across the UK rail network.
This video provides an update on a model railway layout, featuring the construction of two corners with scenery, concrete cable trunking, signal gantries, grass tufts, buddleia, cabinets, lineside fencing, and gravel paths. It also includes general running sessions and photos of various model train stock. The footage showcases different classes of rolling stock, including 156, 43, 60, 66, and 92 series models, associated with multiple operators such as British Railways, LNER, Network Rail, and others. The video also references locations in Lee and Leicester.
This video features multiple freight trains captured in various locations across the UK. Trains include 56103, 60045, 66030, 66090, and others, operating under operators such as Freightliner, GBRF, Romic, and Hull Trains. Locations shown include Hinksey Yard, Clapham Junction, Trafford Park, Felixstowe, and several other sites. Headcodes present include 4E56, 4L07, 4M34, 4L56, and others, indicating a range of freight services. The footage showcases simultaneous movements of freight trains at different locations.
The station, built in 1982, has undergone several developments, including the addition of platform 6 and a bay platform that was originally intended for an extension of the Marston Vale Line. The footage includes various train stock, though specific headcodes are not provided.
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic freight Trains at Carlisle Stafford Crewe Sandbach 4th 5th 6th May 2026
This video captures freight trains operating across several locations in the UK, including Carlisle, Stafford, Crewe, and Sandbach. It features a variety of Class 60 and Class 66 locomotives associated with operators such as Freightliner, DRS Direct Rail Services, GBRF, DB Schenker, and others. The footage includes multiple freight services recorded over three days in May 2026.
The footage includes several freight services, with particular focus on an evening train heading to Wooden Gate Junction. Additional locations mentioned include Clitheroe, Daventry International Rail Freight Terminal, Glasgow Central, Manchester Airport, Mossend EuroTerminal, Stirling, and The Lakes. Headcodes observed range from 0Z32 to 5S00.
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic very Busy Morning at Carlisle Station Freight/passenger Trains 5th May 26 WCML
This video captures a busy morning at Carlisle Station, featuring a variety of freight and passenger trains. Trains include Avanti West Coast Pendolino services, Northern Class 156 and 158 units, Transpennine Express Class 397, ScotRail Class 156, Freightliner Class 90 and 66, Direct Rail Services Class 88 and 66, DB Schenker Class 66, Colas Class 70, GBRF Class 66, and Lumo West Coast Class 222. The footage includes trains operating from locations such as Wolverton, Newcastle, Glasgow Central, and Preston.
This video captures railway operations at Carlisle and surrounding areas, highlighting disruptions caused by a fatality at Wigan. Northbound Pendolino services were affected, with some southbound trains being redirected from Preston to Glasgow. A Tesco train faced significant delays, while a ballast train regained time by skipping certain stops. ScotRail deployed an additional 156 unit to Wolverton for repairs. The footage includes various railstock such as Class 156, 158, and 390 units operated by multiple companies, with locations including Preston, Glasgow Central, and Wolverton among others.
It includes services such as the Tersco train running in both directions, DB Cargo 66s, Heavy Haul Rail ballast trains heading to Heaton Lodge Junction, Network Rail inspection trains, and a Class 37 operated by HNRC Swietelsky. Notably, a special train carrying HS2 tunnel sections is shown diverted via Carlisle Yard due to engineering works on the East Coast Main Line. The footage spans nearly 12 hours and includes multiple rail operators and locations across the UK network.
This video explores the operations of Direct Rail Services (DRS), a rail freight company established to handle nuclear flask traffic and later expanded into broader commercial markets. It highlights various freight services, including nuclear flask trains, nitric acid trains, and intermodal services. Notable locations featured include Durham, Dungeness, Purfleet, and others. The footage includes locomotives from Class 20 and Class 66, with one headcode identified as 6C66. The content provides insight into the diverse freight movements associated with DRS's growth and operations.
This video showcases the progress of a model railway from January to April 2026. It features various locomotives, including classes 43, 60, 66, 68, and 800, with labels such as 43021, 60021, 66421, 68019, 800104, and 92020. The operators represented include British Railways, Direct Rail Services (DRS), EWS, GBRF, Intercity, LNER, Network Rail, Network South East, Rail Express Systems, and Scot Rail. The location mentioned is Lake. No headcodes were identified in the footage.
Notable movements include container flats being transported from Motherwell to Crewe by Direct Rail Services (DRS), MPVs configured for overhead line work running between Carnforth and Carlisle yard, and the presence of DB Cargo's 66091. Several rail stock units are identified, including Class 156, 222, 390, and 43 locomotives, alongside multiple Class 66 units. The footage includes a range of operators and locations across the UK rail network.
This video captures a variety of trains at Carlisle, including intermodal services, freight, engineering trains, and passenger services. It features a Class 334 unit heading north following refurbishment, with notable emphasis on its horn's volume. The footage includes several train types operated by various companies and passing through multiple locations across the UK rail network. Headcodes associated with the trains are also included in the metadata.
A Class 66 diesel-electric freight locomotive, operated by Direct Rail Services (DRS), passes by at Carlisle Citadel Station. The locomotives involved are numbered 66424 and 66426. The event took place on a platform siding near Platform Three. Additional location information includes The Lakes. No headcode information is available in the record.
This video features a collection of railway-related footage, including various locomotives and locations across the UK. Identified stock includes classes 57 and 66 with labels such as 57303, 57306, and 66421, among others. Operators associated with the content include British Railways, Chiltern Railways, DB Schenker, Freightliner, GBRF, and LNER. Locations shown range from Aberdeen and Coventry to Euston and March. Headcodes such as 1Z72, 4E34, and 6R38 are also present in the footage.
This video captures a variety of railway activity at Water Orton, featuring freight services, light engine movements, and locomotives returning from a gala. British Rail Class 31 No. 31128 is highlighted heading back to Burton after its duties. Other notable services include British Rail Classes 68, 97, 66, and 37 operating on various routes across the UK. The footage includes several headcodes and showcases a range of operators, offering interest for freight and diesel enthusiasts.
A Direct Rail Services Class 66 locomotive, numbered 66421, is seen passing through Pitlochry Station on the Highland Line. The footage captures the 4D47 Tesco Train en route from Inverness to Coatbridge. The video includes a Camcorder shot positioned to feature the locomotive in the frame.
This video features two Class 66 locomotives, numbered 66421 and 66431. The footage is set in Fleet and March, with operators associated including British Railways and Direct Rail Services (DRS). No headcodes are present in the metadata.
Trains shown include Avanti West Coast Pendolino units, Northern Class 195, 323, and 331 electric multiple units, TPE IETs, and a Direct Rail Services Class 66 diesel locomotive. The footage includes trains operating with headcodes such as 0S47, 1B21, and 1M09, among others. The recording takes place during a late spring morning in 2026, showcasing the usual passenger services and occasional freight movements at the station.
It showcases various freight movements, highlighting the operational activity of the railway outside of regular passenger services. The footage includes multiple freight stock types and features locations such as Kensal Rise and Richmond. Operators associated with the content include British Railways, DB Schenker, Freightliner, GBRF, London Overground, and Network Rail. A headcode of 1I50 is also noted in the metadata.
This video captures freight train activity at Barking Station, featuring a range of UK freight locomotives. It includes movements by GB Railfreight, Direct Rail Services, Freightliner, and DB Cargo, with several locomotive numbers identified. The footage highlights the variety of freight operations passing through the area. Some locations are noted, though no headcodes were recorded in the metadata.
This video features a compilation of Class 66 locomotives in action across several locations in the UK, capturing freight operations and rare liveries. It includes footage from South Wigston, Doncaster, Peterborough, Leicester, and other key sites, highlighting the variety and workload of these locomotives on the national network. The video showcases multiple Class 66 units working for various operators, including Freightliner and GBRf, with headcodes indicating different freight services.
This video features a variety of railway stock including Class 156, 175, 185, 319, and 323 units operating in East Didsbury. The footage includes trains operated by Northern and TransPennine Express. No headcodes are provided in the current record.
A major engineering project at Hanslope Junction on the West Coast Main Line during the Christmas period caused freight trains to take alternative routes. The video captures the movement of several freight locomotives, including models 66134, 66421, 66422, and others, operating under operators Freightliner and Southern. Key locations featured include Bedford, Bletchley, Clapham Junction, Leicester, and Tyseley, with various headcodes identified such as 4L48, 6G50, and 6Y67.
This video showcases a compilation of double-header freight trains operating across multiple locations in the UK. It features various locomotives, including classes 66 with labels 66421, 66429, 66522, and 66550, operated by Avanti West Coast and Freightliner. Filmed at sites such as Barking and Barry, the footage highlights heavy haul workings and powerful locomotive combinations. The compilation captures a range of freight operations, from fast run-throughs to slow departures, offering an insight into the strength and variety of UK freight rail activity.
This video features train spotting at Springburn, capturing services operated by Scot Rail. The footage includes various train classes such as the Class 334 and Class 385. The video also references a future spot at Small Heath.
It includes footage of Class 66 locomotives, track machines, and rare traction units, with notable mentions of DRS track machine DR75303 and various headcodes. The session highlights the dynamic nature of railway operations in a key UK rail hub.
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic Few hours at Bletchley Station Light loco Drag FreightPassenger Trains 1St December 25
This video captures rail activity at Bletchley Station and surrounding areas, featuring a variety of locomotives and rolling stock. It includes London Northwestern Railway Class 150 units, GBRF Class 47 and Class 92 locomotives, Freightliner Class 90s and Class 66s, as well as Rail Operations Group Class 37 units involved in a unit drag. The footage also shows freight and passenger services operating on the West Coast Main Line. Operators featured include Direct Rail Services, Freightliner, GBRF, and London Northwestern Railway, with locations such as Bletchley, Bedford, and London Euston appearing in the video.
This video captures railway scenes featuring various locomotives and services across multiple locations. It includes footage of Locomotive Services Limited Class 47 diesel locomotives powering a railtour to Bath, followed by the West Coast Railways-operated Northern Belle heading to Edinburgh. Additional scenes show Rail Operations Group Class 93 locomotives at Worksop and Doncaster, with a notable appearance of heritage diesel locomotive Class 50 008 Thunderer at Doncaster before its journey to York. The video also includes various other stock, operators, and locations across the UK rail network.
This video captures trainspotting activity at Tamworth Station, featuring a variety of locomotive classes including Class 37s, Class 43s, Class 60s, and Class 66s. The footage highlights the movement of freight trains operating on the mainline, with several operators represented in the metadata. The locations mentioned include Tamworth and other railway sites across the UK. Headcodes associated with the trains are also listed, providing additional detail about the services captured in the video.
A Class 66 locomotive, identified as 66421, is seen in operation as part of a double-header configuration hauling a Tesco freight train departing from Barking Station. The train is operated by Direct Rail Services (DRS). The footage captures the departure scene, highlighting the combined power of two Class 66 units working together to move the heavy supermarket freight. The video also mentions London Underground as an associated operator, though it does not feature any related activity in this clip. No headcode information is available for this recording.
It features services operated by British Railways, Cross Country, First Great Western, and other operators. Locomotives and rolling stock include Class 150 and 158 diesel multiple units, as well as freight services hauled by Class 66 locomotives. The footage also includes rail tours passing through locations such as Dundas Aqueduct near Limpley Stoke and Upton Scudamore. Headcodes 1A09 and 1Z54 are noted in the metadata.
Trains & Freight Diaries
Freight Power on the WCML! “UNBELIEVABLE” Double 90s, RHTT & Fast Passing Trains — Nuneaton Part 1
It includes multiple GBRf Class 66 locomotives and highlights the passage of a rare Class 90 pairing on intermodal working. The Rail Head Treatment Train, operating as 3J01, is also featured with a mixed-operator consist. Several headcodes are present, indicating various train services running through the area.
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West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic busy Day At Crewe And Stafford Station Freight Trains and Light Locos and Test Train
This video captures a variety of railway activity at Crewe and Stafford stations, featuring freight trains, light locos, and test trains. It includes Network Rail Class 37s, GBRF Class 69 and 66s, Freightliner Class 90s, Colas Class 70, DRS Class 66 and 68/88, DB Schenker Class 66, and Locomotive Services Class 57. Additional locations mentioned include Avonmouth, Dagenham Dock, Eastleigh, Felixstowe, Longport, Northampton, and Trafford Park.
A double header of Direct Rail Services Class 66 locomotives, numbered 66421 and 66429, is seen leading an intermodal freight train through Barking on the Great Eastern Main Line. The footage highlights the power and coordination of the two locomotives working together. The video also features a location in Barry, though no headcode information is available for this recording.
Trains & Freight Diaries
Unbelievable Freight Action! HST Speed, 37s, 90s & 88s at Nuneaton – Part 3 #train #railway
This video captures a variety of railway activity at Nuneaton Station, featuring freight and passenger trains operated by multiple companies. It includes Class 37, 43, 66, and 730 locomotives, as well as services from Avanti West Coast, DB Schenker, Freightliner, and others. The footage shows a mix of container and RHTT freight trains, high-speed passenger services, and rare heritage units. Trains spotted include those with headcodes such as 5Q77 and 4M63, with activity also recorded at locations including Bletchley, Crewe, Derby, and Northampton.
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West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic Freight trains at Rugby Nuneaton Tamworth Rainham London 30th September 2025
This video features freight trains operating across multiple locations including Rugby, Nuneaton, Tamworth, Rainham, and London. It includes a variety of Class 66 locomotives, with operators such as Freightliner, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services (DRS), and GBRF represented. The footage captures different headcodes associated with the services.
This video captures rail activity at Nuneaton Station in March 2013, showing the station's layout with two levels serving different routes. It features services on the West Coast Mainline and Trent Valley Lines, including Virgin Trains' Class 390 Pendolino units operating high-speed services to London Euston, as well as Cross Country services using Class 220 Voyager and Class 170 DMU units. Other railstock seen includes Class 350 EMUs and various Class 66 locomotives. The footage also highlights the station's infrastructure changes and connections to nearby locations such as Coventry Arena.
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West Coast Mainline trains
Nice Few Hours at Nuneaton Station Freight+Passenger Trains September 30th 2025 WCML
This video captures a variety of freight and passenger trains at Nuneaton Station, including services from Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, Direct Rail Services, EWS, Freightliner, GBRF, London North Western Railways, and West Midlands Trains. Several train classes are featured, such as 170, 196, 390, and 66. The footage includes trains operating on the West Coast Main Line and shows activity at multiple locations including Euston, Glasgow Central, Leamington Spa, Liverpool Lime Street, London Euston, Manchester Piccadilly, and Trafford Park. Headcodes such as 1A22, 1H12, 1H64, 2G76, and 4M50 are also present.
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Early Morning Rush at Rugby Station Freight/Passenger Trains September 30th 2025 WCML
This video captures early morning train activity at Rugby Station, featuring a variety of passenger and freight services. Trains include Avanti West Coast Pendolino services, London Northwestern Railway 350/730s, DB trains Class 66, GBRF Class 66s, Freightliner Class 90s, DRS Direct Rail Services Class 66s, Caledonian Sleeper Class 92 with Mk5 coaches, and GWR Class 769. The footage includes movements across several locations such as Birmingham New Street, Inverness, Liverpool Lime Street, London Euston, Northampton, Piccadilly, Trafford Park, and Wolverhampton. Headcodes identified include 1R07, 1R23, 4L24, and 5Q64.
A 4-hour trainspotting session at Nuneaton Station on the West Coast Main Line captured a variety of passenger and freight services. The footage includes multiple Class 390 Pendolino units operated by Avanti West Coast, along with freight services from operators such as Freightliner, DB Schenker, and GBRf. Trains featured include headcodes such as 1F17, 1H15, and 4M20, among others. The video highlights the diverse rail activity at this popular UK location.
Notable locomotives include 66791, 66301, and 33025, with some appearing in double-headed formations such as 66415 and 66419. The footage includes movements between locations like Trafford Park, London Gateway, Mossend Euroterminal, and Southall. Several headcodes are present, indicating different freight services. The content highlights various freight operations and locomotive activity across multiple sites.
This video contains a collection of railway footage captured in July 2025, featuring various locomotives and locations across the UK network. The footage includes stock such as classes 150, 168, 172, 195, 350, and 58, with headcodes including 1Z33, 3Z21, 3Z33, 4S44, 4S48, 6G99, and 6M42. Locations shown include Avonmouth, Birmingham International, Birmingham Moor Street, Kidderminster, London Marylebone, Marston Green, Stourbridge Junction, Workington, and Hope. The video offers a glimpse into railway operations during that period.
This video captures rail activity at Stafford and surrounding areas, featuring various trains with headcodes such as 1D94, 1F68, and 3Q52. Trains include services running between locations like Birmingham New Street, Crewe, Manchester Piccadilly, and Trafford Park. Notable services include 90018 and 37425, with the latter operating a route via Blackburn, Halifax, Rose Grove, and Rochdale. Multiple train stock numbers are identified, along with operators such as Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, and London Northwestern Railway.
Trains & Freight Diaries
Nuneaton Station Rail Action , Pendolinos, Class 66, 67, 68, 70, 90s July 2025
This video captures rail activity at Nuneaton Station, featuring a variety of locomotives and services. It includes Class 66 freight haulers, Class 90s in freight service, Avanti Pendolinos, Colas Rail’s Class 70, a Class 67, and Direct Rail Services’ Class 68. Additional locations referenced include Halewood, Leicester, London Euston, and South Wigston. Headcodes present are 1A40, 1F24, 4M27, and 5Q23. The footage is shot in full HD with natural audio and no added commentary.
This video captures a journey along the West Coast Main Line from Scotland to Cumbria, featuring various trains and locations. It includes footage of services passing through Aberdeen, Lockerbie, Workington, Carlisle, Crewe, Dagenham Dock, London Euston, and Waterloo. Several train stock numbers are identified, including classes 385, 57, 66, and 68, along with headcodes such as 0M90, 1S26, and 4S38. The operators involved include British Railways, Caledonian Sleeper, DRS, Freightliner, GBRF, and DB Schenker.
This video captures activity at Stafford Railway Station, featuring platform changes and service adjustments. It includes details of a crosscountry service from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly affected by a train manager falling ill, with some services re-platformed or operating on the fast line. The footage includes multiple stock types but does not include headcode information. Operators such as Cross Country and Avanti West Coast are represented, along with locations including Stafford, Ore, and University.
Trains include classes 350 and 390, with headcodes such as 1A33, 1U31, and 4M27. Services operate between locations including Euston, Crewe, Trafford Park, Chester, Northampton, and Halewood. The footage includes services operated by Avanti West Coast.
It includes sightings of several trains, including Midland Pullman HST services with headcodes 1Z27 and 4M11, as well as other services with headcodes 4S45 and 4S47. The footage features a range of stock including classes 43, 66, and 90. Operators mentioned include Blue Pullman and Freightliner.
This video captures scenes at Doncaster Station, featuring various train classes and operators. Azuma Class 800/801 services are seen operating between London King's Cross and destinations such as Edinburgh, Aberdeen, and Inverness. Northern Classes 170, 158, 150, and 333 appear on local services, while Class 220/221 "Voyagers" are present on Cross Country and Grand Central routes. East Midlands and Trans Pennine services are also represented with Class 170 and Class 185 units respectively. The footage was recorded from the station platform at the Northern end, offering views of the platforms and surrounding tracks.
This video captures train activity at Doncaster Station, featuring various freight trains operated by multiple companies. Notable stock includes locomotives and freight wagons with headcodes such as 37219, 56051, and 397004. Operators present include Colas Rail, GBRf, DRS, Freightliner, Network Rail, and Transpennine Express. The footage also includes mentions of other locations such as Derby, Eastleigh, and York, though the primary focus is on operations at Doncaster.
A Direct Rail Services Class 88 locomotive, 88006, is shown leading a convoy of two Class 66 locomotives, 66433 and 66421, north along the West Coast Main Line and through Springs Branch. The footage captures the locomotives during a light engine run from Crewe Gresty Bridge to Carlisle Kingmoor. The movement is noted as running early in the schedule. The video includes details of the working, with headcode 0Z07 associated with the journey.
It features a variety of trains, including Avanti 390 Pendolinos, Cross Country Voyagers 220 & 221, London Northwestern Railway 390/1 & 2, West Midlands 196, Class 66 freight services, and others. The footage highlights the station's layout, particularly from Platform 2 & 3, offering views towards Ruby and Leamington Spa. Several operators are represented, including Avanti West Coast, Cross Country, London Northwestern Railway, and West Midlands Trains.
This video features a Stanier Black 5 locomotive being pushed by a West Coast Class 47 and over 70 other locomotives in and around Derbyshire. The footage includes various railway stock, such as classes 37 and 66, operating across multiple locations including Chesterfield, Doncaster, Leicester, London Euston, and Wolverhampton Steel Terminal. Several operators are represented, along with a range of headcodes associated with the trains captured in the video.
This video captures a variety of rail movements from Cheltenham Spa and surrounding areas. It includes the movement of 47739 dragging a Class 701 to Long Marston, a nuclear flask train operated by Direct Rail Services (DRS) between Bridgwater and Crewe, a Colas Rail tamper moving from Gloucester to Rugby, and a light engine move involving GBRf’s 66751. Other locomotives and freight movements are also featured across multiple locations including Eastleigh, Neston, and Gloucester New Yard.
This video captures train activity at Cheddington, featuring services operated by Avanti West Coast, London Northwestern Railway, and freight operators including DB Schenker, Freightliner, GBRF, and Direct Rail Services. A variety of train classes and headcodes are visible, with some notable locomotives identified. The footage also includes a special service involving locomotive 57310. Several locations across the UK rail network are mentioned, though specific routes or events beyond the visual content are not detailed.
This video captures various railway movements recorded in April, featuring multiple locomotives and services across several locations. Notable entries include 37800 leading 319373 to Newport Sims, 66742 operating a service from Worcestershire Parkway, and 57314 replacing 45212 due to an engineering diversion. Other movements involve 66704/66747 working at Cheltenham Spa, 66713 passing through Cheltenham, and 950001 operating for Network Rail. The video also highlights 66790 and 67027 moving north through Cheltenham on a service to Toton.
This video features a variety of railway scenes, including steam and diesel locomotives operating across several locations. Notable stock includes Class 37 and Class 66 locomotives such as 37 423 and 66 092, with some appearing in different liveries. The footage captures trains at Foxlow Junction, Rother Valley, Derby RTC, Creswell, Chesterfield, and other locations. Headcodes such as 4E94 and 0D66 are present, indicating various services. Operators associated with the footage include British Railways, Colas, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services, Freightliner, GBRF, Intercity, and Maritime.
A train marked 66621 passes through Stafford platform 5, with additional footage showing the locomotive at Northampton Castle Yard and the University. The video includes a headcode of 6H50. Freightliner is noted as the operator.
A five-locomotive convoy consisting of Direct Rail Services Class 66 and Class 68 units was captured heading north along the west coast main line and through Springs Branch. The train included locomotives 66428, 65434, 68033, 66421, and 68007. It was scheduled behind headcode 4S44 but ran ahead to Golborne before being redirected. The convoy was delayed briefly to allow another locomotive, 68002, to pass on the same line. The footage includes extended views of the train movement between Crewe and Carlisle.
A video captures a group of Class 66 and Class 68 locomotives, including units numbered 66428, 66434, 68033, 66421, and 68007, during a movement at Lancaster. The footage is associated with Direct Rail Services (DRS) and references a journey from Crewe Gresty Bridge to Carlisle Kingmoor. No headcodes are provided in the metadata.
This video captures railway activity in Cheshire, featuring multiple trains and movements. It includes footage of 87002 'The Capital’s Scot' railtour traveling between London Euston and Edinburgh Waverley, as well as 93001 arriving at Crewe South Yard from Worksop. Other locomotives such as 66428 and 37409 are also shown in various locations including Acton Bridge, Felixstowe, and Worksop. The footage includes a range of headcodes and covers different railway operations across several sites.
This video features a variety of railway stock, including classes 350, 57, 58, 60, and 66. The operators associated with the content include Direct Rail Services (DRS), GBRF, and South Western Railway. However, specific locations and headcodes are not provided in the metadata.
This video captures footage from Carlisle Citadel Station, featuring various train services. Identified stock includes multiple units from classes 156, 158, 57, 58, and 60, though operators are not specified for these units. The locations mentioned include Carlisle, Clitheroe, and Crewe. Headcodes present in the footage are 0Z70, 4S43, and 6E48. The content appears to focus on both passenger and freight train movements at the station.
This video captures a variety of train services at Tring, including Avanti West Coast Class 390 Pendolino EMUs, Class 221 Super Voyager DMUs, and Class 805 Evero Bi-Mode units, as well as London Northwestern Railway Class 350 Desiro EMUs and DRS/DB Cargo Class 66 freight locomotives. The footage was recorded on the West Coast Mainline. While specific headcodes are not included in the record, the video provides a selection of clips from the area.
A DRS Class 66 freight locomotive, numbered 66421, is shown passing through Tring at speed. The video captures the locomotive as part of a working from Daventry to Tilbury Tesco. Additional stock information includes a Class 350 unit with label 350247. The operator is identified as Direct Rail Services (DRS), though another operator, London Northwestern Railway, is also listed in the metadata. The location of Tring is clearly noted, but no headcode details are present in the record.
This video captures train activity at Stafford, featuring a variety of services including passenger and freight operations. Notable locomotives include British Railways 60532 (Blue Peter) and Europhoenix class 37 Rail Operations Group hauling ex Scot Rail HST coaches. The footage includes multiple stock items such as classes 66, 68, 805, 88, and 90, with operators including Avanti West Coast, British Railways, Cross Country, Freightliner, Rail Operations Group, and others. The recording highlights train movements at Stafford and the University location.
This video features a variety of railway stock, including classes 57, 60, 66, 67, and 88, captured at Crewe and Stockport. Operators present include British Railways, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services (DRS), Intercity, Locomotive Services Limited, and Network Rail. The footage includes electric trains and depots, with specific locomotives identified such as 57304, 57307, 60082, 66421, 67001, and 88003 among others. No headcodes are listed in the metadata.
This video features multiple Class 66 locomotives operating on the Settle and Carlisle Railway. Locomotives include 66005, 66303, 66421, 66428, 66429, and 66798, with some appearing at locations such as Carlisle, Clitheroe, Crewe, Kirkby Stephen, and Ribblehead. One of the locomotives is noted to be operated by Direct Rail Services (DRS). The footage includes various movements along the route, including services between Carlisle Yard and other points. Headcode 6E97 is also present in the data.
This video captures scenes from a charity open day at Carlisle, featuring multiple locomotives including Class 57, Class 66, and Class 68 units. The event appears to involve Direct Rail Services (DRS) and other operators such as Blue Pullman and Network Rail. Several locomotive numbers are identified, though no headcodes are present in the record. The footage likely showcases railway operations and heritage aspects associated with the Carlisle location.
A video from a public event at Carlisle Kingmoor Depot showcases various diesel locomotives and rolling stock on display. The footage includes multiple locomotives, such as classes 57, 58, and 66, along with coaches and a snow plough. Direct Rail Services (DRS) is mentioned in relation to the event, which included a naming ceremony in memory of past employees. The video also references train movements, including a service identified by headcode 4M30. The event took place at Carlisle Station and involved locomotives operating under DRS and Freightliner.
This video captures scenes from a rail event at Carlisle, featuring multiple trains. Identified rolling stock includes Class 156 and Class 66 units, though operators are not specified in the metadata. Additional locations mentioned include Bournemouth, Malcolm Logistics, The Lakes, and Ware. The footage appears to focus on train operations and possibly public engagement activities, with no headcodes provided in the data.
This video captures railway activity at Stafford and nearby locations, featuring a variety of locomotives including classes 325, 350, 390, and 43, as well as multiple units from the 66 class. Several operators are represented, including Avanti West Coast, Colas, Cross Country, and others. The footage includes scenes of train movements and operations in the area, though specific headcodes are not identified in the metadata.
A train service featuring multiple Class 66 locomotives, including 66126, 66421, and 66427, is shown passing through Lancaster and Carnforth. The video also references Sellafield and Shirebrook as locations associated with the journey. No operator or headcode information is provided in the metadata.
This video captures a variety of passenger, freight, and test trains operating in February 2023 at Stafford, Chester, and Bangor. Trains are operated by Avanti West Coast, C2C, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services (DRS), Freightliner, GBRF, London Northwestern Railway, Merseyrail, and Transport For Wales. Locomotives and rolling stock include Class 66, 67, 150, 153, 175, 197, 350, 390, 508, and 720 units. The C2C Class 720 Aventra EMU was observed during pre-delivery test runs.
This video features a collection of footage from RHTT trains operating across the UK during 2023. It includes appearances by multiple locomotives, such as Class 60 number 60006 and several Class 66 units including 66169, 66421, 66430, 66432, 66724, 66728, 66753, 66760, and 66761. The footage was recorded at locations including Brundall, Cressing, and Penally. Operators associated with the content include GBRF, Network Rail, and Rail Express Systems. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.