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73118
Class 73
Videos featuring 73118
Mike Wilcock. Rails in Wales.
Rails in Wales. Railtour Top/Tail 66113/166 into Barry Island 2015, plus update in 2021
This video captures railtour events at Barry Island Railway, featuring EWS class 66 locomotives 66113 and 66166 in 2015. The footage includes movements within the depot and along the Waterfront, as well as the transport of passengers and carriages by 73118 due to weight restrictions on the island track. Additional clips show developments from 2021, including the construction of the Goodshed retail unit and a new FLIRT depot for Transport for Wales near Barry Island.
The video captures rail activity in Wales, including stock movements at Barry with locomotives 73118, 37025, and 08503 moving into the shed. It also shows work on steam power within the facility. The footage then moves to Pontypool and features a long climb at Cwmbargoed, where locomotive 66200 ascends before a Freightliner descends. Later scenes include two Class 68 locomotives passing through Abergavenny with a nuclear flask.
This video features historical footage of British Railways steam train operations in the Southern Region during the 1950s and 1960s. It includes images of locomotives at various locations such as Brockenhurst, Bournemouth, Poole, and others. The footage captures a range of steam engines, including classes 31, 73, and 82, with some specific examples identified. The content offers a nostalgic look at the era's railway operations in this region.
Mike Wilcock. Rails in Wales.
Rails in Wales. "Vale of Glamorgan Railway". '08. D9521, D8137, 2004, 08511 & 47768.
This video captures railway scenes from the Vale of Glamorgan Railway in August 2008, featuring locomotives including D9521, D8137, 2004, 08511, and 47768. It includes a cab ride experience and highlights the railway before Transport for Wales took over operations. The footage is set in Barry Island and references British Railways, EWS, and Transport for Wales as operators. A headcode of 1T60 is also noted.
This video features railway scenes from Wales, including locomotives and operations at Barry Depot, now operated by Transport For Wales. It includes footage of Colas 37-series locomotives and 70-class units during a temporary deployment in 2005. The content also captures a moment of 68014 crossing near Newport. Additional locations mentioned include Crewe and Pengam. Several locomotive numbers are identified, including 37175, 37219, 70803, and 68014.
This video features railway scenes from Barry and Barry Island in Wales, including footage of two 8f locomotives and FLIRTS units. It documents a visit to the area involving a Turkish 8f and a journey to Barry Island, as well as a cab ride in locomotive 73118 to collect another 8f from the Waterfront. The footage also shows the transition of the old Barry depot to Transport For Wales for FLIRTS operations. Some historical railway structures have been repurposed for retail and accommodation. Information on the second 8f's destination remains unclear.
This video captures a 2011 visit to Barry and surrounding areas in Wales, featuring preserved steam locomotives. The footage includes a cab ride from Woodhams Halt to Barry Island and back, with mentions of loco 73118 operating during the visit. Other preserved locomotives are noted in the yard, both at the front and back of the main shed. The event is described as a special weekend, though it may not be repeated. No headcodes are identified in the record.
A video captures the presence of a 73 class locomotive, identified as 73118, at Barry. The footage relates to its brief appearance in live steam, noted as a rare event with limited visibility among enthusiasts prior to its movement to the GWR. The locomotive had previously been sent to Turkey in 1940 before returning. The video includes mentions of British Railways and the GWR as associated operators. No headcode information is available for this recording.
This video features a variety of railway locomotives operating on the Echills Wood 7 1/4" Gauge Railway during a "Standard Gauge" weekend event. Stock includes classes such as 08, 20, 33, and 40, along with several numbered engines from different operators including British Railways, GWR, LNER, and London Northwestern Railway. Locations mentioned include Coventry, King George V, and Kingsbury. The record contains limited information on headcodes.
The scene includes views of the signal box at Barry, an empty yard at the depot, and remnants of two locomotives in the area. The Waterfront is shown with new retail and dining facilities, though no preserved train rides were available at the time. Transport for Wales is set to use the site as a depot for their FLIRTS units by May 2025.
This video showcases a visit to the Great Western Railway Steam Museum in Swindon, featuring historic locomotives such as GWR King No. 6000 King George V and City Class 4-4-0 No. 3440 City of Truro. The museum includes interactive exhibits and displays of railway history. Also featured is the Modrail 2025 exhibition by the Swindon Model Railway Club, which showcases over 16 model railway layouts in various scales, representing British and Continental railways.
This video features a Plasser & Theurer 09-3X-D-RT tamper/liner/DTS machine, identified by stock number 73118. It is associated with operators Freightliner, Greater Anglia, and Network Rail, and the location Ely is noted in the metadata. No headcode information is available for this recording.
This video features Class 73 locomotives 73119 and 73107 during route learning duties in the Eastbourne area. Clips show the locomotives passing Hampden Park, arriving at Eastbourne, and operating between Pevensey & Westham and Pevensey Bay. The footage was filmed between August 8th and 13th and includes a headcode of 0S93.
This video features a variety of railway locomotives and rolling stock from different operators, including British Railways, GWR, LNER, and Southern. The footage includes several engines such as 33029, 70004, 73118, and others, captured during an event at Echills Wood Railway, which operates a 7 1/4" gauge line. Locations associated with the video include Colchester, Coventry, Gloucester, King George V, Kingsbury, Lake, Liverpool Street, and Rannoch. The record includes stock details but lacks headcode information.
A Network Rail Class 73 diesel locomotive, numbered DR73118, is shown at Peterborough station on the East Coast Main Line. The footage captures the locomotive, which was operated by Loram, during a movement from Rugby Carriage Sidings. The locomotive was in NR yellow livery and was part of a VSTP schedule with an arrival time of 13:00. No departure details are provided in the metadata.
This video features rare footage of Long Marston, captured for RailLive2023, showcasing various exhibits and stored South Western Railway 701-class units. The content includes multiple rail vehicles, including classes 230, 37, 483, 484, 50, and 701, though specific operators are not identified in the metadata. No locations or headcodes are provided in the record.
This video captures a busy morning at Stafford, featuring a variety of railway locomotives. The footage includes ten different classes of stock, such as 350, 47, 56, 57, 60, and 66 series locomotives. Several operators are associated with the content, including Avanti West Coast, Colas, Cross Country, and others. Additional locations mentioned include Brampton, Carlisle, Ford, Lake, Newton, and Wigton. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video features locomotive DRS 68002 'Intrepid' operating on a service with headcode 0K45. The footage includes scenes from Crewe, Stafford, and Carlisle. Other stock present in the video includes 73118. The operator involved is Direct Rail Services (DRS).
This video features footage from railway depots in Wales, including Margam and Barry. It includes a clip of locomotive 08630 "Bob Brown" being named in June 2007, as well as scenes of freight operations and HTS at Margam. At Barry, the arrival of Freightliner 57002 is shown before Transport for Wales took over the area. The video also includes brief appearances of several other locomotives, though operators are not specified in the metadata.
This video captures a train changeover at Stafford involving GBRF 66791 and a Class 720 unit. Other stock identified includes 450103, 720103, and 73118. The operators mentioned are GBRF, Greater Anglia, and Network Rail, with the location also including Wolverhampton. No headcodes were identified in the metadata.
This video captures rail traffic in South Wales, featuring locomotives 150208, 20227, 73115, and 73118. It includes scenes from Barry, Barry Island, Llantwit Major, Waterfront, Bridgend, Aberdare, and the Pier. The footage reflects changes to the Waterfront line, including new retail developments at the Goodsheds. The video also touches on the transition of Barry Yard and Sheds to Transport For Wales. No headcodes are present in the record.
This video features railway stock from 2011, including locomotives awaiting preservation or collection. It mentions locos such as 20228 and 47768, with details on their status at the time. The footage also references locations like Barry, Crewe, Llangollen, and Tyseley, where various locomotives were either stored, scrapped, or had parts relocated. Some stock was later cut up or moved to preserved railways, reflecting the state of railway preservation efforts during that period.
A video from 2010 shows preserved steam locomotives being moved within the Barry Island Railway yard. Class 73 locomotive 73118 is seen carrying out these movements. The yard is now used by Transport For Wales for storing FLIRTS units, and the preserved steam locos have since been relocated to other railways across the UK.
A video captures a steam locomotive journey at Barry Island in 2011, featuring locomotive 73118. The footage includes a cab ride from the depot to the island, along the waterfront, and back. The content also shows the removal of a second 8f locomotive from the old shed, now part of the Goodshed development. The locations include Barry, Barry Island, Pier, and Waterfront. The operator is listed as British Railways and Network Rail. No headcode information is available in the record.
A video captures the arrival and unloading of a steam locomotive at Barry Island Railway in 2011. The footage shows 73118 moving another locomotive to a stabling point, followed by a polished engine being operated on a weekend trip across to the island. The location is identified as Barry and Barry Island, with DB Schenker noted as the operator. No headcode information is available in the record.
This video shows developments at the Waterfront, including carriages converted into retail units for food, gifts, and fashion, alongside new offices and residential areas. It features a journey in carriage 73113 from Chepstow to Barry Island and the Waterfront, with mentions of a brake van behind a steam locomotive originally built in 1918. The footage also includes references to memories of Barry Box. Several rail carriages are identified, though no operator is specified for them. Locations include Waterfront, Barry, Barry Island, Bridgend, Chepstow, and Selling.
This video features historical footage of several railway locomotives, including 2861, 44901, and 92245, as well as test runs by 26038 with 73118. It also covers developments at the Waterfront, including converted carriages used as food outlets. The footage includes locations such as Barry, Llangollen, Crewe, North Yorkshire Moors Railway, and Waterfront. The video touches on the movement of locomotives between different railway sites and mentions the relocation of 26038 to the North York Moors Railway, where it is named in honour of Tom Clift.
A video from 2014 captures locomotive movements at Barry, featuring Colas operations. The footage includes the 70803, 73118, and other 70 and 73 class locomotives, along with a DMU. A cab ride in one of the 70 class units is also shown. The content provides a glimpse into railway activity at Barry during that time.
This video presents a slideshow of Class 73 electro diesel locomotives operating various services during the 1990s and early 2000s. Featured are images of specific units at different locations, including Clapham Junction, London Waterloo, and London Victoria, among others. The captions provide details on dates and some train services, such as charters and enthusiast railtours. Multiple Class 73 locomotives are identified, along with associated headcodes and locations.
This video captures scenes from Werrington Junction in March 2020, showcasing railway activity before restrictions limited access to the area. It includes footage of various locomotives, including classes 153, 156, 158, and 170, though operators are not specified. The locations mentioned include Werrington Junction, Durham, Lincoln, and March. No train headcodes are identified in the metadata.
A train departing Barry on New Year Eve is shown in this video, with several locomotives including 67012, 67028, and 90035 visible. The footage captures the departure of a service described as an engineers train, likely involved in checking the catenary system near Cardiff. The operator DB Schenker is associated with the video, and locations mentioned include Barry and Lye. No headcodes are listed in the available metadata.
Mike Wilcock. Rails in Wales.
Mayflower 61306 and 44871 refuelled at Barry Tourist Railway. Aug 1st 2019
A video captures the movement of two locomotives, 47802 and 73118, at Barry Tourist Railway. The footage shows the train moving over a triangle at Maindee before reversing to Barry and preparing for its return journey to Paddington. The locomotives are then seen being serviced and refuelled at Barry depot. The video provides insight into the operations of the railway, including access granted to long-term members who have completed necessary examinations.
A video captures a cab ride with the Sentinel 0-4-0 steam locomotive 9537 Susan, which was used for shunting coal hoppers at Barry in April 2019. The locomotive experienced mechanical failure after one hour of operation due to a broken pin and was subsequently assisted by locomotive 73118. The footage includes on-site activity related to preparing for an upcoming railtour. The video also mentions Shrewsbury as a location, though no operator or headcode information is provided in the metadata.
This video captures scenes from the Norwich Crown Point Open Day in 1987, around the time of the full electrification of the Great Eastern Main Line to Norwich. It features various railway stock including classes 150, 31, 37, 50, 56, 58, and 73. The footage includes locations such as Norwich, Doncaster, Dymchurch, Hythe, and Stowmarket. The operators associated with the video include British Railways, Intercity, Southern, and West Midlands Trains. Some stock numbers listed may have been withdrawn and awaiting disposal at the time.
This video captures a variety of rail movements across several locations in Wales and southern England. It includes empty stock moving from Barry Island, freight operations at Pontyclun, Barry, Porthkerry, and Cardiff, as well as services involving HST and IEP units at Exeter St Davids and Exeter Central. The footage spans two days and features multiple train sets, including classes 143, 43, 70, and 73, operated by companies such as Colas, DB Schenker, First Great Western, and GWR.
This video captures railway activity in Ipswich, featuring a shed and tampers involved in track work. Several locomotives are identified, including classes 66 and 73, though operators associated with these units are not specified. The footage includes a variety of rail equipment and operations related to maintenance and infrastructure work. Some details such as specific headcodes are not included in the record.
This video shows railway stock movements at Barry, including the movement of loco 73118 and Porterbrook stock arriving with 37025. The footage captures activity at Barry Main Shed and mentions the arrival of 37025 following a long day's operations. Other locomotives identified in the video include 37005, 73110, and 73118. The locations featured are Barry and Barry Island, with additional references to Inverness. No headcodes were identified in the footage.
A video recorded at Barry shows two locomotives, 50007 and 37025, arriving from Bo'ness. 37025 is detached and runs onto a private line, while 50007 departs with an unspecified loco heading towards Inverness. The following day, 37125 is seen awaiting a test run to Briton Ferry, though this is postponed due to technical issues. The video also includes footage inside the shed and a brief look at steam locomotive Susan and another diesel unit.
This video captures railway activity at Barry Tourist Railway in August 2015, featuring Class 66 locomotives 66113 and 66116 during a tour. Other stock present includes 73118, 20228, and 08500, with mentions of the frames of a 9F locomotive. The footage shows movements between Barry and the Island, including the use of the Causeway and the arrival and departure of a DMU. Additional scenes include stock being moved to the end of the line on the Island and the tour departing Barry with 73118 operating as a light engine.
A railtour event took place in Barry, Wales, featuring Class 66 locomotives and a historic return of passenger services to Barry Island after nearly two decades. The footage captures the arrival of 66113/116 at the main depot, followed by movements to Morrisons and the Waterfront. Locomotive 73118 was involved in attaching Barry's DVT to lead the visitors' train. The event included the arrival of 66116 at the platform, marking a significant moment for local rail heritage.
This video shows the removal of Barry Signal Box in April 2015, along with stock movements at the Barry Terminal Rail (BTR) on April 7th. The footage includes photographs from March 27th, capturing the demolition process. British Rail Class 150 and Class 73 diesel locomotives are visible, though no operators or headcodes are identified in the metadata. The location is clearly Barry, but additional details about the event's context or specific operations are not included in the record.
A training day is shown at Barry Tourist Railway, featuring Colas' 70803 moving BTR's 73118 from the shed. Other stock including 08503 and a DMU are also seen changing stabling points. The video concludes with 70803 departing for Canton following a week of staff training.
A locomotive labeled 73118 arrives at Barry, with mention of its movement into shed for a short stay. The video references an event from July 2014 and invites comparison with footage from 1997. No operator or headcode details are provided in the metadata.
This video captures rail freight activity at Carlisle Citadel station, featuring a variety of diesel locomotives including DRS Class 57s, Colas Class 56, Freightliner Class 66, and DB Schenker Class 60 units. The footage includes multiple locomotives operating on freight services, with some identifiable by their numbers. Additional locations mentioned in the metadata include Chirk, Crewe, Newcastle, and Wapping, though these may not be visible in the video.
Mike Wilcock. Rails in Wales.
Rails in Wales. Cab ride in 73118 at Barry Tourist Railway, 12 years ago.
A rail journey is shown from Barry Island to the Waterfront on the Barry Tourist Railway, featuring locomotives 73118 and 73133. The footage captures a cab ride in May 2013, with the route passing through Barry. No headcodes are included in the record.
A video shows Network Rail track machines at Carlisle Citadel Station. The footage features Tamper No. 73118 and Regulator No. 77905 departing for Wapping St. sidings, located to the south of the station. The equipment is operated by Network Rail and Freightliner. The scene captures railway maintenance activity in the Carlisle area. Some details such as headcodes are not included in the record.
A sunny day at Barry is captured in this footage featuring trains 20228 and 73118 operating on the Barry Tourist Railway. The video shows a top-and-tail service running between Barry Island, Waterfront, Plymouth Road, Gladstone Road, and back to the island. The distinct sound of train 20228 is highlighted in a 12-minute extract from the day’s operations. Several other locomotives are also identified in the footage, though no operators or headcodes are provided.
A video shows a cab ride on Class 73 locomotive 73118, which was used as a shunter during the Barry Waterfront Festival in September 2011. The footage captures the movement of two preserved Class 8F steam engines on display at the event. The locations featured include Barry, Barry Island, and the Waterfront. While the specific operator is not identified in the record, the video provides insight into railway operations at the festival. Some metadata fields, such as operator and headcode, are missing from the record.