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THE END OF AN ERA - Farewell GWR HSTs 1976 - 2025

Channel: The Devon Trainspotter
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Huge thanks to
@Train & Bus Enthusiast
@eggs_trains
@Wvw_trains
@CornishShunter
@The Transport Fan
@The-SW spotter
@NNRTrainsUniverce
@jacobstrainadventures (DELAYER)
for the support of this video.

0:00 - 12:15 Old HST Castle Sets

12:35 - 37:48 Fewer Powercars and new routes

37:48 - 54:05 Farewell Videos

Sorry for the 23 hour delay due to @jacobstrainadventures
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This video features a collection of footage highlighting the history and eventual retirement of GWR HSTs, including several powercars such as 43004, 43005, 43007, and others. It covers changes in service over time, with fewer powercars operating on new routes. The content includes farewell videos and is supported by various rail enthusiasts. Operators mentioned include British Railways, Cross Country, GWR, Intercity, and West Coast Railways. Locations featured span across several railway stations and lines including Bridgwater, Exeter St Davids, Penzance, and others.

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  • Platform ID 9KjK9CaTQTU
  • Views 271
  • Date published 14 Dec 2025 21:05
  • Date added 19 Dec 2025 22:42
  • Locomotives 48
  • Headcodes 0
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