Testing Times

[@madpetrolhead]

Hi Stephen, great collection of trains in very nice locations, real good to see the restored steam locos being run regularly, fantastic video.

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Ken, glad you enjoyed the show 👍

[@nigelterry9299]

Plenty of the 3 cylinder chatter I love. Many thanks!!!!

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Nigel , pleased you enjoyed the video.

[@EMuksteam]

Brilliant compilation Steve. Nice selection of locos around there. Enjoyable watching. Kind regards C&A

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks C&A, I’ve got that much footage of test runs I wanted to try and mix up the engine and locations 👍

[@robmasterman]

A fantastic compilation Steve, as always, you've endured all sorts of weather conditions to bring us some amazing material....Thanks again...Bob

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Bob, always difficult to decide which shots to leave out as I’ve loads of test run footage.

[@struck2soon]

Nice footage, fabulous shot of Tangmere hoofing along under the catenary. Plus a reminder of what a sorry engine 35018 was when it first ventured out, thankfully much improved now.

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Andrew, yes you’re bang on about 35018 as it’s a superb machine now it’s been tinkered with.

[@deauvilledad07]

Another fantastic compilation Steve. Fabulous shots of the spam can at speed. Well done 💙 stay safe 🤓

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Anthony, I was pretty lucky that day with the sun coming out for 34067 at Bay Horse just a shame the exhaust was blowing over a bit.

[@acw71000]

Good selection Steve. The circle does make the ideal test circuit with a few decent climbs and the opportunity for a fast run back to base

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Austin, yes indeed the circle does offer us a few chances of decent shots and like you say it’s a fast run from Preston onwards 👍

[@MrThrash37]

Fantastic collection.

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks for the kind comment as it’s much appreciated 👍

[@philipholt9112]

Hi Steve,looks good brings back memories of my time on the footplate and I have fired this locomotive 46115 Regards Phil.

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Phil , I take it you fired SG before the preservation era took off . Steve

[@philipholt9112]

@@TheStephengthompson Hi Steve,yes we worked the 8.02 parcel job to Leeds and home passenger but on one day we were asked to work ECS to Stockport and the locomotive was 46115 to get back to Manchester

[@Sam-jt1fn]

Excellent collection here Steve! Can’t wait to be back at the lineside again. Sam👍

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Sam, pleased you enjoyed the video and sorry for the late response.

[@locomotive6727]

Hi Steve, Great capture's , Dave

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Dave, sorry for the late response. Steve

[@locomotive6727]

@@TheStephengthompson Hi Steve, Thanks for reply N/P Take care ...Dave

[@benzinapaul7416]

fantastic thanks for taking the time to edit

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Paul, my pleasure and I’m pleased you enjoyed the video.

[@stephenbrass1808]

Superb footage of locos on test Steve, love the tittle to, very apt for these strange days, cheers, SB .

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Steve, yes indeed I thought the title was pretty apt 👍

[@tattoo1084]

Fantastic footage Stephen, all engines working hard, that Clapham shot is a good'un.👍

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks David , the location at Clapham is good as it has plenty of different varieties of shots 👍

[@allan5919]

Outstanding footage of the test runs Stephen. Cheers - Allan.

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Allan, difficult to pick the shots and locations as I’ve plenty of test run footage 🤔

[@CrossfellRailwayVideos]

Very nice, Steve. What a collection you must have!

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Alan, it was difficult to decide what to leave out as I have loads of test run stuff but didn’t want to make the video over long .

[@CrossfellRailwayVideos]

Right, Steve - just about right!

[@heinzbreuer2674]

Super Aufnahmen Danke für die schöne bilder you a good 📽🎥man

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Heinz , I try to produce footage that I would like to watch if that makes sense 🤔

[@thegreatwesterner9481]

Great shots and a great video

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks for the kind comment as it’s much appreciated 👍Regards Steve

[@nige7577]

Spot on Steve, some cracking shots there.

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Nige, sorry for the late response.

[@edmundcarew7235]

That second one in snow: amazing.

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Edmund, that day was strange as I had snow , sun and rain 😂

[@Pirate-Scorcher-1998]

Brilliant video

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks for the kind comment 👍

[@Waltervazquez599]

Fantastic locomotive my friend !!!! Greetings from Argentina ✌😉

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Walter , glad you enjoyed the show 👍

[@SimonTog]

Wonderful video Steve :)

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks Simon, always appreciate your comments 👍

[@oldfarmshow]

👍

[@TheStephengthompson]

Thanks for the kind comment 👍