Ian Riley's 'Black Fives' Nos. 44871 & 45407 Passing Newcastle (5Z46) - 9th May 2015

A video captures two 'Black Fives' steam locomotives, numbered 44871 and 45407, passing near Newcastle on the East Coast Main Line. The locos were heading from York to Fort William as part of service 5Z46, preparing for rail tours in Scotland. The footage was taken quickly, resulting in less-than-ideal quality and composition. The journey took place alongside the Castle keep at Newcastle, with British Railways and East Coast operators involved.

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