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GB Railfreight class 66 / 57 combo passing Biggleswade on a Christmas railtour - 19/12/25

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66731 ‘Capt. Tom Moore’ seen passing Biggleswade at the head of 1Z50 Kings Cross - Newcastle; a UK Railtours / Branchline Society Christmas special. 57306 on the rear with a covered nameplate - possibly to be revealed in Newcastle? Coaching stock provided by Eastern Rail Services.
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A Class 66 locomotive, numbered 66731, is seen leading a train passing through Biggleswade, with Class 57 locomotive 57306 in tow. The train is identified by headcode 1Z50 and is part of a UK Railtours / Branchline Society Christmas special. Coaching stock for the service was provided by Eastern Rail Services. The route appears to be heading towards Newcastle, where further details about 57306 may be revealed.

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  • Platform ID BMv5XaqZ0Pg
  • Views 104
  • Date published 19 Dec 2025 10:43
  • Date added 6 Jun 2026 02:30
  • Recorded 19 Dec 2025
  • Locomotives 2
  • Headcodes 1
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