43251 & 43257 Passes Springs Branch - 06th May 2025
Operated by Colas Rail we have 43251 leading with 43257 trailing at the rear approach a red signal running along the slow lines as booked. The train was held briefly to allow passenger trains to cross Springs Branch ahead.
The train was working the usual fortnightly Derby to Carlisle circuit routed via the stunning Cumbrian Coast line.
The official working today 43251
43257
1Q47 1054 Derby R.T.C.(Network Rail) to Carlisle
Departed 1456
Running 26 late
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Filmed at Springs Branch
Filmed Tuesday 6th May 2025
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A Network Rail test train, comprising locomotives 43251 and 43257, was observed at Springs Branch south of Wigan on 6 May 2025. Operated by Colas Rail, the train approached a red signal on the slow lines as part of its routine fortnightly journey from Derby to Carlisle via the Cumbrian Coast line. The train was temporarily held to allow passenger services to pass through the branch. The headcode for the service was 1Q47.
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