British Rail 1998-Barnetby Freight Train Action With Semaphore Signalling Class 31, 56, 60 & 156

This video captures freight train operations in Barnetby, Lincolnshire, during the early days of privatisation in 1998. It features diesel locomotives including classes 31, 56, and 60 working with various freight stock such as coal, iron ore, and oil tankers. British Railways and EWS-operated locomotives are visible, alongside a Class 156 Super-Sprinter. The footage shows semaphore signalling in use and highlights the transition period in railway operations at that time.

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