CLASS 56 Action at South Wigston! + 810004 Test Train & Class 37 Bonus!
π Locations:
- South Wigston Station
- Aylestone Road Bridge, Leicester
- Blaby Road Bridge, South Wigston
πΉ Highlights include:
- Class 56 No. 56045 on 0D85 Rectory Junction β Ravenhead Sidings (DC Rail Freight)
- GBRf freight power with Class 66s: 66730, 66763, 66759, and 66797
- Classic traction with 37254 making an appearance
- Departmental HST power cars 43062 & 43274 on a test train passing Aylestone Road Bridge
- Hitachi Class 810004 on testing between Sheffield and London St Pancras, filmed at Blaby Road Bridge
- Multiple East Midlands Railway Class 222 Meridians including 222009, 222003, and 222023
This video captures a true mix of freight, test trains, and passenger workings on the busy Midland Main Line in August 2025.
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This video showcases a variety of railway activity around Leicester and South Wigston, featuring freight services, test trains, and passenger operations. Notable locomotives include Class 56 No. 56045, GBRf Class 66s, and classic traction such as 37254. Departmental HST power cars and Hitachi Class 810004 are also highlighted during testing. East Midlands Railway Class 222 Meridians appear alongside other stock. The footage captures a range of movements on the Midland Main Line, including services at South Wigston Station and near Aylestone Road Bridge and Blaby Road Bridge.
Fishplate has identified 13 locomotives in this video. Weβve also matched 6 headcodes and 4 operators . Create a free account to see where they appear, unlock timestamps and locations, and view the full breakdown.
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