Having just done two Simsig signalling simulations with 90s based timetable that feature that Gascoigne Wood, Knottingley and up to the junction for Drax it has been interesting to see the route for real. Thanks for uploading.
Really enjoyed that one ! Sometimes we take mountain bikes in the old vw van on visits back home to Stockton and stop off at drax on way back to Midlands ! Park up in the club car park and cycle the perimeter fence of the power station ! You can see one of the purpose built walkways at the very end of the vid ! In summer it's possible to see the tees barrage and marshalling yards in the morning, visit drax in the afternoon and have an evening by the river trent and either willington or alrewas for a well deserved beer or three 😊
richard timms, if you look on the Drax website, then there is the opportunity to book in on an educational tour which is a guided tour of the main workings. It's a good few hours and enjoyable too.
ewsclass66 They are Toton signals which tell the driver of a train being discharged what to do. 3 vertical white lights is clear to continue at set speed, 3 horizontal red lights means stop. 3 vertical white flashing lights means set back.
What would be great is if you paused the video at every junction, and showed us a map, pointing out where we are exactly. You see, I thought we'd set off from dead end sidings, so couldn't figure out where that 66 on container train had come from. Great otherwise tho.
Due to the dust debris from the MBA wagons with wind-swirl. Regular complaints from the residents of Burton Salmon who’s gardens were often covered with a layer of fine gypsum dust.
Having just done two Simsig signalling simulations with 90s based timetable that feature that Gascoigne Wood, Knottingley and up to the junction for Drax it has been interesting to see the route for real. Thanks for uploading.
Loved this, growing up by this line at Ferrybridge brought back memories
Gives a sense of freedom and normality during this seemingly endless lockdown.
Really enjoyed that one ! Sometimes we take mountain bikes in the old vw van on visits back home to Stockton and stop off at drax on way back to Midlands ! Park up in the club car park and cycle the perimeter fence of the power station ! You can see one of the purpose built walkways at the very end of the vid ! In summer it's possible to see the tees barrage and marshalling yards in the morning, visit drax in the afternoon and have an evening by the river trent and either willington or alrewas for a well deserved beer or three 😊
Great cabride!!! Only I miss the route information, such a junctions, stations etcetera! Greetz from Holland, Onno.
That was a nice ride thoroughly enjoyed it
Needed more filming on the Drax part. Good vid : )
I agree 😊
Hey Graceland. Good to see you’re doing well. Cool videos mate. Last time I spoke to you you was still a conductor 👍
When the line splits off from the line to goole and until just before Drax is that the old Hull & Barnsley line?
It is yes. What’s left of it. 🥳
Thanks for that.
Thanks for uploading mate :)
nice one, would love a proper guided tour of Drax...
richard timms, if you look on the Drax website, then there is the opportunity to book in on an educational tour which is a guided tour of the main workings. It's a good few hours and enjoyable too.
Thank you for the upload!!
Very enjoyable.
Excellent.
is matey boy in the other 66 late for something or just showing off ... he is certainly giving it the beans
Enjoy the video thanks
Hi. Quick question...
Why only 35mph.? And, wouldn't night time be better for it.?
What is the meaning of all of the white signals at 55:37?
ewsclass66 They are Toton signals which tell the driver of a train being discharged what to do. 3 vertical white lights is clear to continue at set speed, 3 horizontal red lights means stop. 3 vertical white flashing lights means set back.
Wow thanks for the reply very helpful
What would be great is if you paused the video at every junction, and showed us a map, pointing out where we are exactly. You see, I thought we'd set off from dead end sidings, so couldn't figure out where that 66 on container train had come from.
Great otherwise tho.
? EWS or DB Schenker or some other company? Thanks, Dana.
After you left Gascoigne wood coal sidings what was the scaffolding for?
Wagon spray rig. It sprayed a water/chemical mix in to the wagons to dampen the dust and allow the Gypsum to form a crust to prevent wind blow-out.
Interesting, thanks
Gascoigne Wood sidings look somewhat sad and uncared for.
Stuffed with IC125 sets & condemned Pacers the last time I passed.
Great footage! How come the train ran as a class 8?
Due to the dust debris from the MBA wagons with wind-swirl. Regular complaints from the residents of Burton Salmon who’s gardens were often covered with a layer of fine gypsum dust.
@@WestinghouseProductions ah interesting, I can imagine! Bet pathing was a challenge....
Never mind.
🚂👍
135 sounds like a really noisy old engine.
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