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Class 47s Battling in the snow

Channel: John K Wells
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February 1991 saw a cold snap hit the UK bringing with it a bout of snow aound the country. This did nothing to deter our intrepid cameraman who again, brought his video camera out to work then on to Basingstoke to record events as train services battled the difficult conditions. The stalwarts and heroes of the day turned out to be Class 47s as they powered their trains around the regions in an effort to keep things moving on a frozen network.
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A cold snap in early 1991 brought heavy snow to the UK, prompting a cameraman to document train services operating under challenging conditions. The footage captures Class 47 locomotives working to maintain rail operations in frozen environments, particularly around Basingstoke. These trains played a crucial role in keeping services running during the severe weather. The video highlights the resilience of railway staff and equipment during this period.

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  • Platform ID wGlNFFBCK10
  • Views 1,738
  • Date published 17 Mar 2025 06:00
  • Date added 12 Jun 2026 20:49
  • Locomotives 0
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