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BR : Around the Regions - Doncaster in March 1991

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In this 'BR : Around the Regions' video we spend another day filming train movements at Doncaster station in South Yorkshire, this time in March 1991.

Now 35 years ago, this 20 minute film shows the traffic that graced the network in that year with plenty of freight and loco movements.

Original sound lets you hear as well as view the trains!

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AI summary Generated from Fishplate metadata

This video captures train movements at Doncaster station in South Yorkshire during March 1991, as part of the 'BR : Around the Regions' series. It features freight and locomotive activity from that era, with original sound included for an authentic experience. The footage includes multiple British Rail Class 43 diesel-electric locomotives, though specific operators are not detailed in the metadata. Locations mentioned include Doncaster and March, with Reading also noted. The record lacks headcode information.

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  • Platform ID 28IHBKEnriM
  • Views 420
  • Date published 25 Apr 2026 11:00
  • Date added 27 Apr 2026 18:45
  • Recorded 12 Apr 1991
  • Locomotives 3
  • Headcodes 0
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