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NON-STOP MIDLANDS UK Rail Action! | Freight, Passenger & Rare Movements (February/March 2026)

Channel: Trains & Freight Diaries
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You never know what’s coming next in this one…
From heavy freight to rare movements, heritage traction and high-speed passenger trains — this is a packed UK rail compilation filmed across multiple locations throughout February/March 2026.

Filmed at South Wigston, Leicester and Nuneaton, this video features a wide mix of traction including Classes 37, 56, 66, 68, 70, 73, 81x units, Pendolinos, HSTs and more — with plenty of interesting workings, light engine moves and unusual combinations throughout.

Expect everything from heavy freight action and test trains to charter workings and everyday passenger services — a true snapshot of the modern UK railway.

🚨 HIGHLIGHTS:
Class 37, 56 & heritage traction
Class 66 freight variety
Class 68 & 70 light engine moves
HST & Pendolino action
Rare workings & unexpected moves
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This video captures a variety of UK rail activity filmed across multiple locations, featuring freight trains, passenger services, and rare movements. It includes traction such as Classes 37, 56, 66, 68, 70, 73, 81x units, Pendolinos, and HSTs. The footage was recorded at South Wigston, Leicester, Nuneaton, and other locations, showcasing a range of train operations including light engine moves and unusual combinations. Operators involved include British Railways, Colas, Cross Country, DB Schenker, Direct Rail Services, East Midlands Railway, Freightliner, GBRF, GWR, and Intercity. Headcodes present in the footage include 0A56, 1F11, 1P12, 1P16

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  • Platform ID n2ZBn2AzCI0
  • Views 4
  • Date published 17 May 2026 11:00
  • Date added 17 May 2026 15:31
  • Recorded 23 Feb 2026
  • Locomotives 33
  • Headcodes 15
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