69009 ‘Western Consort’ CLUNKS its way to Leicester! | Plus Class 68s on Nuclear Flasks to Crewe
Highlights include:
• 69009 ‘Western Consort’ on a light engine move to Leicester, passing Cheltenham Spa — a rare sight and one not to be missed.
• 68017 ‘Hornet’ and 68003 ‘Astute’ top and tailing a nuclear flask working, heading back to Crewe Coal Sidings.
• 66657 hauling the 6B13 Robeston to Westerleigh tanks, seen powering through Gloucester.
Plenty of modern freight traction and some unique locomotive movements — enjoy the variety and let me know your favourite in the comments!
📍 Filmed at: Cheltenham Spa & Gloucester
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This video captures a range of freight and traction activities at Cheltenham Spa and Gloucester. Highlights include 69009 'Western Consort' on a light engine move to Leicester, as well as Class 68 locomotives handling nuclear flasks heading to Crewe. Other notable movements involve Class 66 units operating various freight services. The footage showcases a variety of locomotive operations and modern freight traction across multiple locations.
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