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37800 To Lydney with SWR 455’s for storage! Test Trains + Weedkiller at Cheltenham & Gloucester

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Join us for a captivating look at the railway activity at Gloucester and Cheltenham Spa, two important hubs in the South Cotswolds. This video captures a variety of interesting train movements to and from multiple destinations, highlighting the busy and diverse operations at these stations.

Throughout the footage, you’ll see a range of passenger services and occasional freight workings, with each move clearly detailed within the video. This provides a comprehensive insight into the day-to-day running of trains through this picturesque part of the country.

Whether you’re a railway enthusiast, a modeller seeking authentic inspiration, or simply curious about the operations of these South Cotswold stations, this video offers an informative and engaging overview of the traffic passing through Gloucester and Cheltenham Spa.


🚂 Highlights in this video:
• 37800 dragging two South Western Railway Class 455s to Lydney for storage
• 66783 (in Biffa livery) heading the weed killing train to Cardiff, with 66724 on the rear
• 153311 stopping briefly at Cheltenham on a test train to Long Marston


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This video showcases railway activity at Gloucester and Cheltenham Spa, capturing a variety of train movements including passenger services and freight operations. Notable scenes include 37800 towing two South Western Railway Class 455 units to Lydney for storage, as well as a weed-killing train operated by a Biffa livery unit. The footage provides insight into the daily operations at these stations, highlighting the diverse range of services passing through the South Cotswolds region.

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  • Platform ID t9hw3H9hE0Q
  • Views 621
  • Date published 1 Jul 2025 21:07
  • Date added 3 Mar 2026 00:19
  • Locomotives 14
  • Headcodes 11
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