Video YouTube
2,454 views Published 20 Jul 2015 Open on YouTube 👍 Log in to like

68004 Rapid, 354 miles, Newport to Carlisle, July 18th 2015

Channel: Mike Wilcock. Rails in Wales.
Player
Description
The Lakes and Border Explorer with Pathfinders. Part 1 starting on Newport Station at 0540 on Saturday as 68004 "Rapid" arrives with the 1Z68 and 13 coaches, all fully booked. Next we see DB 60024 with Murco Tanks just before we start our 354.32 miles journey to Carlisle via Bristol Parkway,Swindon,Oxford,Banbury,Leamington Spa,Coventry,Bedworth,Nuneaton,Crewe and then non stop to Oxenholme,Penrith and finally Carlisle. Excellent on board service by Pathfinder Staff with food and drinks ensures we're fresh for the visit to DRS Depot. Starting with 37603 37602 57009 20304 Scotrail's 47712 37401 66304......more in part 2
AI summary Generated from Fishplate metadata

A train journey from Newport to Carlisle is captured, featuring the 68004 "Rapid" arriving at Newport with multiple coaches. The route includes stops at Bristol Parkway, Swindon, Oxford, Banbury, Leamington Spa, Coventry, Bedworth, Nuneaton, Crewe, Oxenholme, Penrith, and Carlisle. Various locomotives and rolling stock are mentioned, along with operators such as Direct Rail Services (DRS) and Scot Rail. The on-board service is highlighted, with mention of food and drinks provided by Pathfinder staff during the long journey.

This summary is generated from structured Fishplate data and may need human review.
Unlock the full video breakdown

Fishplate has identified 21 locomotives in this video. We’ve also matched 1 headcode and 7 operators . Create a free account to see where they appear, unlock timestamps and locations, and view the full breakdown.

Create free account Log in
History
Details
  • Platform ID e7qx4wZ_-Kc
  • Views 2,454
  • Date published 20 Jul 2015 19:39
  • Date added 19 Jun 2026 21:01
  • Locomotives 21
  • Headcodes 1
Quick links
Log in to open the linked headcodes, operators, and vehicles detected for this video.
Location
Log in to view filming locations, route context, and the map for this video.
Recording date
Log in to view and help verify the recording date for this upload.
Thumbnails YouTube
Thumbnail for 68004 Rapid, 354 miles, Newport to Carlisle, July 18th 2015
Tip: right-click the player for stats, or open on YouTube for comments.