1980s Freight Trains in Exeter Area | Class 33, 37, 47 & 50 on the Mainline
Filmed at Cockwood Harbour near Starcross, Cowley Bridge Junction and near Cullompton, this video features a variety of classic British Rail diesel locomotives including Class 33, Class 37, Class 47 and Class 50 hauling freight services through the West Country.
A great record of railway operations in the closing years of British Rail, showing everyday freight traffic, locomotive variety and classic lineside locations around Exeter.
Locations featured:
Cockwood Harbour / Starcross
Cowley Bridge Junction
Cullompton area
Exeter mainline route
Locomotives featured:
Class 33
Class 37
Class 47
Class 50
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This video presents archive footage of freight trains operating on the Great Western mainline in the Exeter area during the late 1980s. It captures a range of classic British Rail diesel locomotives, including Class 33, Class 37, Class 47 and Class 50, hauling freight services through the West Country. Filmed at locations such as Cockwood Harbour near Starcross, Cowley Bridge Junction and near Cullompton, the footage provides a glimpse into railway operations during the closing years of British Rail. The video highlights everyday freight traffic and classic lineside scenes around Exeter.
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