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Trains & Freight Diaries
Leicester Station REOPENS! Brand New Platform 3 Track, Class 810s, Freight & Rail Grinder
This video features a selection of diesel locomotives and rolling stock operating on the Mid-Hants Railway during the 2026 Summer Diesel Gala. Locomotives included are 31210, 33108, 47579, 56103 from DC Rail, and Freightliner 66613. The event took place on the Mid-Hants Railway, with locations including Alresford, Ford, March, Ropley, and Soham. Some locomotives were not present due to operational issues, as noted in the description.
This video features train spotting activity at Peterborough Station, capturing a variety of rail stock including GBRf, WCR/LSL, Freightliner, and Heavy Haul Rail units. The footage includes locomotives such as 66797, 47805, 66505, and 66619, among others. Operators mentioned include GBRF, Freightliner, and DB Cargo. The video also notes several locations across the UK rail network, along with a range of headcodes associated with services observed.
Lea Road trains & FoHA talks
“Barry Needham” 66635 4L45 Wakefield Europort to Felixstowe North Dbc 11;49 Lea Road 7/8/2026
A freight train operated by DB Schenker, featuring Class 66 locomotives numbered 66653 and 66657, is shown traveling from Barry to Felixstowe. The train carries 35 containers and is identified with headcode 4L45. The journey includes a stop at Gainsborough Lea Road.
This video captures a variety of railway activity at Lincoln Central Station, featuring freight and passenger services. Trains include GBRF Class 66s, EMR Class 170s, LNER Azumas, Northern services, Freightliner workings, and the standout movement of GBRF Class 99 locomotives 99004 and 99005 operating top-and-tailed on services 4H31 and 4D32. Additional stock includes Class 150, 158, 170, and 195 units, with operators such as GBRF, Freightliner, LNER, Northern, and East Midlands Railway featured. Locations include Lincoln Central Station and other regional points across the network.
Lea Road trains & FoHA talks
“Barry Needham” 66653 4L45 Wakefield Europort to Felixstowe North Dbc 11;40 Lea Road 6/8/2026
A Class 66 diesel locomotive, numbered 66653, is seen operating a freight train carrying 36 containers. The train is heading from Wakefield Europort to Felixstowe North with the headcode 4L45. The video captures the locomotive at Gainsborough Lea Road, with mentions of Barry and Hale also appearing in the metadata. The operator is listed as DB Schenker, though another operator, South Western Railway, is also noted. No further details about the train's route or additional services are provided in the available data.
This video features a variety of freight trains operating across several locations in the UK, including Scunthorpe, Doncaster, Immingham, and Drax Power Station. Locomotives from classes 37, 43, and 66 are identified, along with some from class 150 and 158. The footage includes movements between sidings, terminals, and power stations, with headcodes such as 0E66, 0Z72, and 1Q68 appearing in the data. Operators involved include GBRF, Network Rail, and others. The content provides a glimpse into freight operations across different parts of the rail network.
A variety of trains and freight services are captured at Hereford station, including modern passenger services, freight movements, and a notable steam railtour featuring 60532 “Blue Peter” with 47593 on 1Z32. The video includes multiple Transport for Wales Class 197 units, Class 67 locomotives, GWR Class 800s, Class 172s, and Class 196 services. Other locations mentioned include Cardiff Central, Ulverston, Chester, and Barry. A range of headcodes are also noted across the footage.
This video captures footage from Boultham Level Crossing in Lincolnshire, with details indicating a location near Boultham Junction. The recording includes various train stock numbers, though operators and specific headcodes are not identified. Additional information references multiple railway resources and locations across the UK network.
This video captures a variety of train movements, including multiple Class 37 and Class 66 locomotives, at locations such as Tamworth, Lincoln, and others across the UK. Several operators are associated with the footage, including Colas, Freightliner, LNER, and Network Rail. Headcodes such as 0Z57, 4E36, and 6E34 appear in the data, indicating various services captured in the video. The content includes freight trains, passenger services, and railtour operations, offering a broad view of railway activity across different regions.
This video captures a range of freight trains, test trains, and light engines at North Stafford Junction. It includes locomotives such as classes 37, 50, and 66, with labels including 37512, 50001, and several 66-series units. Operators featured include British Railways, DB Schenker, Europhoenix, Freightliner, GBRF, Intercity, Network Rail, and South Western Railway. The footage was recorded at locations such as Stafford and Barry, though specific headcodes are not included in the metadata.
This video features a variety of locomotives and freight operations in the North Wales region. It includes footage of Class 37 diesel-electric locomotives operating on services such as 1Q41, along with freight workings on the Borderlands and North Wales Coast Railway lines. The content highlights movements involving Penmaenmawr Quarry, Shotton, Buckley, Wrexham General, and other locations. Additional scenes capture train movements between Cardiff Central and Holyhead, including units involved in tyre turning operations.
This video captures train activity at Tamworth station, featuring a variety of services and locomotives. It includes intercity services, freight movements, and light loco operations, with a special rail tour involving an HST. Trains identified include Avanti Pendolino’s, Evero’s, XC Voyagers, Turbostars, LNWR 730’s, DB Cargo 66’s, DRS 66’s, Freighliner units, GBRF, Colas Rail, BR Grey, and GWR stock. The footage was recorded between 11am and 1pm on a day in late May 2026.
A train spotting session at Lincoln Central Station captured a variety of rolling stock, primarily from GBRf with some contributions from Freightliner and Db Cargo. The video mentions the presence of Class 99 units, indicating potential future regular services through the station following Network Rail's approval for GBRf operations. Other locations referenced include Cambridge, Doncaster, Felixstowe, Kingsbury, Peterborough, Sunderland, Tinsley Yard, and Whitemoor Yard. Multiple headcodes are also noted in the metadata.
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.
This video captures highlights from the first day of the Severn Valley Railway Spring Diesel Festival, showcasing a range of diesel locomotives. Among the featured stock are Class 09, 159, 172, 20, 37, 46, 50, and 55 locomotives, with operators including British Railways, Colas, DB Schenker, GBRF, and West Coast Railways. The event took place at locations such as Severn Valley Railway, Eastleigh, Kidderminster, Bewdley, and Derby. Headcodes present in the footage include 1Z90, 2A32, 2B32, 2B37, and 6V05.
This video captures railway activity at Eastleigh and Fleet, featuring a variety of rolling stock including classes 158, 450, and 66. The footage includes trains operated by Colas, Freightliner, GBRF, GWR, Intercity, LNER, Network Rail, and South Western Railway. No headcodes are identified in the metadata.
Damien's Trains and Travels
DB Class 66 No. 66653 "Barry Needham" Passing Kidderminster Severn Valley Railway 16th April 2026
A diesel locomotive, identified as DB Class 66 No. 66653 "Barry Needham," is shown passing through Kidderminster on the Severn Valley Railway. The video captures the locomotive operating under headcode 6V05, with locations including Barry and Kidderminster mentioned in relation to its route. The operator associated with the locomotive is DB Schenker. No further details about the journey or additional context are provided in the metadata.
This video captures railway operations involving multiple locomotives and trains, including a run-around maneuver at Shrewsbury and a double-heading journey to Pwllheli. The footage includes Transrail liveried 37240 working with Mk1 carriages for the Cambrian Coast Express and pairing with Colas loco 97302. Additional locomotive movements, including those involving NMT Flying Banana, are also shown. Various locations such as Shrewsbury, Pwllheli, and others are featured, along with multiple headcodes and a range of locomotive stock.
swindon_rail enthusiast
DOUBLE HEADED Tractors! on The Welsh Chieftain draw the crowds at Newport & Cardiff 7.3.26
This video features double-headed locomotives 37240 and 37418 operating as part of The Welsh Chieftain on a vintage train tour. The journey runs between Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central along the Heart Of Wales line. Additional freight and passenger trains are also shown. The footage includes various locomotive types, including classes 150, 153, 37, 66, and 67. Operators featured include British Railways, Vintage Trains, Transport For Wales, and others. Locations depicted include Newport, Cardiff Central, Birmingham New Street, and Tain.
Rail activity is captured at Hereford and Worcestershire Parkway, featuring Transport for Wales Class 67s with DVTs, West Midlands Railway services, and freight movements. Freight trains include 66549 and 66653, while GBRF's new locomotives 99005 and 99006 are delivered at Worcestershire Parkway, hauled by 57305 following their arrival in the UK. Multiple train headcodes and operators are present, with a variety of rolling stock identified across different classes.
West Coast Mainline trains
Fantastic Freight Trains at Sandbach Crewe Oxenholme Lake District Wigan NorthWestern Stafford
This video captures freight trains operating across multiple locations in the UK, including Sandbach, Crewe, Oxenholme Lake District, and Stafford. It features a variety of locomotives, such as Class 66s from operators like GBRF, DB Schenker, and Freightliner, along with Class 90s and Class 68/88 units from Direct Rail Services. The footage was recorded over two days and includes trains running between several key points on the West Coast Mainline network.
This video captures various trains operating in Retford and surrounding areas, including HST power cars running as light locos, a DB 66-hauled service between Dollands Moor and Scunthorpe, and EPR class 37 37218 running light. It also features LNER class 91 91119, Colas class 43 power cars, Lumo class 803 no. 803001, and other stock. The footage was filmed during a rainy afternoon, with some shots taken from inside a vehicle due to poor conditions. Multiple locations and headcodes are included in the recording.
This video captures train activity at Chesterfield and Doncaster stations, featuring a variety of rail stock including classes 37 and 43, as well as several class 66 units. Multiple operators are represented, and headcodes from various services are present. The footage was recorded on a day described as cold and wet, with the observer noting the diversity of trains seen. Additional locations such as Eastleigh, Loughborough, Peterborough, Scunthorpe, Talyllyn Railway, and Tinsley Yard are also referenced in the metadata.
West Coast Mainline trains
Very Cold Morning at Crewe Station Freight/passenger Trains 3rd January 2026 WCML
Trains include Avanti West Coast Pendolino Everos units, London Northwestern Railways 350s, Transport for Wales 197s, Locomotive Services Limited locomotives, GBRF 66s, and DB Schenker services. The footage includes trains from multiple locations across the UK network, with headcodes indicating various services running through the region.
This video features railway activity at Gloucester and other locations including Barry, Cheltenham Spa, and Worcester Foregate Street. It includes trains operated by DB Schenker, GWR, and Transport For Wales. Stock numbers identified include 150260, 170623, 197021, 66653, 66660, and 800005. Headcodes present in the footage are 2C51, 2C55, 2E52, 2E53, 2F50, 2G51, 2G55, 2L53, and 6B13.
This video features footage of freight movements and RHTT operations captured in November 2025, including the Night Rivera Sleeper service. Locations shown include Goring & Streatley, Swindon, Redruth, and Westbury. Various locomotives are identified, including classes 57, 59, and 66, though operators are not specified in the metadata. The content provides a monthly recap of rail activity from the uploader’s perspective.
This video showcases a variety of loco-hauled services across Worcester Shrub Hill, Gloucester, and Cheltenham Spa. It features diesel and electric trains, including classes such as 350, 37, 43, and 66, captured during recent filming sessions. The footage includes station departures, freight movements, and special workings, highlighting the diversity of rail traffic in these key West Midlands and South West locations. Operators involved include British Railways, Colas, Cross Country, Direct Rail Services, Network Rail, and others. Headcodes such as 3S31, 4V44, and 6D37 are present in the footage.
This video captures railway activity at Gloucester Station, featuring a variety of passenger and freight services. Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, and RailAdventure are among the operators present. Freight movements include DB Schenker services to Margam and RailAdventure powercars heading to Pengam. The footage includes trains operating between London Paddington, Cheltenham Spa, Cardiff Central, and other locations. A range of train stock is visible, with headcodes indicating different services running through the area.
A variety of passenger and freight train movements are captured at Cheltenham Spa, including a notable DRS nuclear flask train heading north to Crewe. The footage features multiple freight operators such as DB Cargo, GB Railfreight, Direct Rail Services, and Colas Rail. Several locations along the Birmingham to Bristol main line are shown, with a range of headcodes identified in the video.
This video features a variety of railway stock, including Class 165, 170, 185, and 221 diesel multiple units, as well as a Class 66 freight locomotive. It includes footage from locations such as Cheltenham Spa, Aberdeen, Avonmouth, Bristol Temple Meads, Clitheroe, Manchester Piccadilly, Nottingham, and Penzance. Several headcodes are present, indicating different train services. The video also references operators including Cross Country, DB Schenker, GWR, and Network Rail.
This video features a selection of views from the Severn Valley Railway's celebration of the Class 37 diesel locomotive, captured on October 2nd. It includes footage of several Class 37 units, including 37263, 37508, 37423, 37264, 37518, and 66653 operating on the Round Oak to Margam line, as well as locomotives from the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. Some segments include audio, while others are silent with accompanying screenshots. The footage also includes mentions of trains from the West Coast Rail and DB Schenker.
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.
A video highlights the Severn Valley Railway's Autumn Diesel Bash, celebrating 65 years of Class 37 diesel locomotives. Several units are featured, including 37248, 37250, 37264, and others, with some operated by groups such as The Growler Group, Europhoenix Limited, and the North Yorkshire Moors Railway. The event includes a variety of locomotives on display, showcasing their continued service across various railway operations.
It includes footage of steel coils transported from Margam in South Wales to Shotton in North Wales, as well as cement shipments from Pen y Ffordd to Avonmouth. Several DB Cargo 66’6s locomotives are identified, including 66753, 66741, and 66751. The footage also features drone action at Hawarden Bridge.
This video captures a range of railway activity at Cheltenham Spa, featuring freight and passenger services. It includes movements such as GBRf Class 66 locomotives, including the rare regeared 66658, and Transport for Wales Class 150 DMUs. Additional stock seen includes Class 220 and 221 units, with headcodes indicating various services. The footage highlights the mix of freight and regional passenger operations at the station.
A special rail service featuring the Northern Belle luxury train was captured passing through Cheltenham Spa, powered by a pair of Class 57 locomotives, 57313 and 57314. The journey included stops at Birmingham International, Gloucester, Torquay, Paignton, and the Dartmouth Steam Railway. The Northern Belle is renowned for its opulent design, reminiscent of the golden age of rail travel. The event highlights a unique working of heritage and modern rail elements combined on this route.
This video shows drone footage of freight locomotives stored at Leeds Midland Road Depot, a maintenance facility operated by Freightliner in West Yorkshire. The depot serves as a base for the company’s diesel and electric locomotive and wagon fleet. Several locomotives are visible on shed, including units numbered 59002, 66508, 66531, 66543, 66544, 66547, 66552, 66566, 66589, and 66591. The location is situated near Leeds station on the line between Leeds and Castleford.
This video features a variety of locomotives captured during their operations between May 14th and May 19th, 2025. It includes footage of 70020 and 66509 heading to the SVR's Spring Diesel Gala, 37518 and 37685 on the Cambrian Coast Express railtour, 66655 working between Round Oak and Margam, Parry People Mover 139001 at Stourbridge Junction, 68010 on a service from Stourbridge Junction to London Marylebone, and 37706 climbing Old Hill bank. The video also mentions locations such as Kidderminster, Carnforth, and London Marylebone.
A video shows Class 66653 departing from Nottingham Railway Station. The locomotive is associated with operators DB Schenker and Rail Express Systems. The footage includes the location of Nottingham and Barry. No headcode information is available in the current record.
S.T.C Rail Productions
Mega-Loco Haulage Day at Newport (South Wales) - Thursday 13th February, 2025
This video features a variety of railway stock, including classes 158, 170, 197, 220, 37, and 466, along with headcodes such as 1M33, 1V66, 2E55, and others. The footage includes locations like Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street, Bristol Temple Meads, Cardiff Central, Derby, Ely, Gloucester, Great Malvern, Manchester Piccadilly, and Newport. Operators associated with the content include Cross Country, DB Schenker, GBRF, GWR, and Network Rail.
Notable stock includes classes 47, 56, 60, and 66, though operators are not specified for these units. The footage highlights routine operations alongside occasional unusual movements, with the backdrop of developments such as Higgs Yard. The location mentioned is Templecombe. While some metadata fields remain incomplete, the content offers a visual overview of rail traffic along this route.
This video captures train activity at Swinton Station, featuring a variety of locomotives and rail operators. Locomotive numbers identified include 66040, 66053, 66504, 66528, 66594, 66653, 66656, 66704, 66743, and others. Operators such as Freightliner, GBRf, DB Cargo, and Colas Rail are represented. Additional locations referenced in the video include Doncaster and other railway sites across the network. Headcodes associated with services include 0M22, 0Z55, 0Z78, and several others.
This video captures several freight and test trains passing through Penshurst in July 2024. The footage includes train 153376 operating on a service between Barnham and Tonbridge, followed by engineer train 66771 experiencing a signal stop near Penshurst, and freight train 66653 traveling from Hoo Junction to Acton with wagons for repair. The video provides a glimpse into rail operations in the Kent area, featuring trains operated by DB Schenker and GBRF.
This video captures rail activity at Nuneaton, featuring a variety of train stock including classes 170, 172, and 350, as well as some class 66 locomotives. Additional locations mentioned include Coventry, Euston, Par, Preston, Tring, and Woking. The footage is part of a series focusing on the West Coast Main Line. Operators associated with the video include British Railways, Colas, Cross Country, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services (DRS), Freightliner, GBRF, London Northwestern Railway, Maritime, and Network Rail. Headcode information is not available in the current record.
A video captures freight trains at Celle and Lehrte stations, featuring a Freightliner DE Class 66 locomotive with an aggregate train. The footage includes various trains passing through the area during daylight hours before darkness sets in. While several operators are associated with the content, specific locations and headcodes are not provided in the metadata.
Among the locos present were HSL's Class 66 653-03 and DB Cargo’s 6466, along with several other diesel units. The event attracted photographers and rail enthusiasts, offering an opportunity to see these machines in operation. While specific locations and headcodes are not provided in the record, the footage highlights the presence of multiple operators including DB Schenker and GBRF.
A coal train operated by headcode 6Z11 was delayed at Carlisle Citadel Station due to a faulty wagon and an arrival delay of replacement crew. The train, which included multiple Class 66 diesel locomotives, was halted on platform 4 for two and a half hours. The incident occurred in December 2011.