I was on the train. 56 mph at the start and 18 at the top, we were informed on board. And as you say, no 47 assistance! That was not the case for all the journey though. Thanks for sharing this superb film. Ps We were late because NR had imposed a 40mph speed limit through the earlier thunderstorms.
@@blackcountrysteamvideos8021 Typical that most of my practices went better than the real thing. If any unit veg want some random videos then send me a message lol.
Awesome sound of that 323... only joking lol, of the Castles there mate. Great to see you again today and they didn't half put on a cracking show didn't they? Great video. Regards, Dan
We all know how much of a fan you are of units. Don’t worry mate. There’s still time for you to change your ways 😂. Good to see you too mate. Won’t forget that one in a hurry
@@blackcountrysteamvideos8021 Don't you start on that unit rubbish and damage my reputation 😂 can't stand em, I'd only do it to infuriate you lol 😉 Regards, Dan
Another cracking shot Luke.... I'm glad I stayed away as I doubt I'd have squeezed in amongst 'The Gang' Lol. I bet that 323 caused a few twitches but it all went well....... Then down came the rain duh. Despite that, I'm glad you all enjoyed the 'performance ' !! Regards, Brian.
Watched it in Telford it was bloody beautiful the earl of mount edgecumbe(5043)was working hard at the front, the clun castle(7029) wasnt and the 47 was working on the back defo a special memory to remember
The 47 was under instruction not to assist up the Lickey Bank as it was for the steamers to perform. The 47 was only on to assist shunting movements at Hereford and Gloucester.
I caught the pair at stoke priors and I was on the road bridge of bowling green lane and I was surrounded by a few other rail spotters who stand either side of me luke
@@blackcountrysteamvideos8021 The duff was doing most of the work between Hereford and Cwmbran due to the fire risk. We were in the rear coach and the duff was red pen so we weren't complaining.
Fantastic Now is the time for British ingenuity to direct its attention to purging our nation of an ideology that would put us back into the dark ages. Permanently.
Up the Lickey with three locos including a 2,500hp diesel, and two Castles with roughly 1500hp each. Totally pointless. That power would have been more useful for a high speed run on the level at 100mph plus !!!! Also rather dangerous having a 120ton diesel swinging along on the rear (when not powering) as this weight will try & derail the much lighter coaches in the curves. Which is why it was banned in BR days !!! Would I a Railway Engineer buy a ticket for such a dangerous day out ? Not on your life !
What a ridiculous summary. BR far from banned locos at the rear of the train, they had 5000 hp class 87 electric locos pushing trains at 110 mph on the west coast mainline and class 91 electric locos at 140 mph for a while on the East Coast before lowering to 125 mph, these locos would coast for miles at High speeds not powering going down Beatock, shap, Stoke Bank etc. Class 47 locos were regularly used in push pull trains in Scotland at speeds in excess of that on a steam charter. The practice of push pull is still seen everyday on the Chiltern mainline with the class 68 diesel locos.
I Was On This Railtour! 3 Coaches From The Engines! Fantastic Tour.
I was on the train. 56 mph at the start and 18 at the top, we were informed on board. And as you say, no 47 assistance! That was not the case for all the journey though.
Thanks for sharing this superb film.
Ps We were late because NR had imposed a 40mph speed limit through the earlier thunderstorms.
Thank you. The crew of both locos did well. Hope you enjoyed the trip
Good performance from the Kettle!
Superb display of power from the double chimney Castles. Thanks!!
Glad you enjoyed it
Brilliant love the sound
Cheers alison. It was incredible. You could hear them taking a run at long before they appeared
Incredible , two castles in final form digging in for the climb awesome
Great video! Was nice to meet you and truly worth the wait to see something like that.
You too Luke . I’ll give your video a watch now
@@blackcountrysteamvideos8021 Typical that most of my practices went better than the real thing. If any unit veg want some random videos then send me a message lol.
Luke, A superb capture and well worth having to wait around for a bit 😂😂 Regards, John
Thanks John. Deffinetly worth the “bit” of a wait 😂 I may camp next time
Brilliant driving, congrats. I'm assuming the Duff was providing hotel power but not banking (no clag).
Great company mate as always!
A sight and sound to remember for sure
Liam
Glad to be home now mate. Definitely worth that extended wait
Great shot Luke! It was definitely worth the wait :)
Cheers jack.
Brilliant video well done great camera work as usual as well bye for now Philip
Great Video Mate I could tell that the Two Castles going hard and work up the lickey probably they had that Class 47 on the back for banking .
Cheers Luke. The castles were doing all the work. The 47 wasn’t under power
The Castles must work harder with a dead 47 on the back .
Stirring stuff, and the diesel was silent, even better !! 👍👍👍👍👍
Glad you enjoyed it
Awesome sound of that 323... only joking lol, of the Castles there mate. Great to see you again today and they didn't half put on a cracking show didn't they? Great video. Regards, Dan
We all know how much of a fan you are of units. Don’t worry mate. There’s still time for you to change your ways 😂. Good to see you too mate. Won’t forget that one in a hurry
@@blackcountrysteamvideos8021 Don't you start on that unit rubbish and damage my reputation 😂 can't stand em, I'd only do it to infuriate you lol 😉 Regards, Dan
Amazing power. Well done!
Glad you like it!
Another cracking shot Luke.... I'm glad I stayed away as I doubt I'd have squeezed in amongst 'The Gang' Lol. I bet that 323 caused a few twitches but it all went well....... Then down came the rain duh. Despite that, I'm glad you all enjoyed the 'performance ' !!
Regards, Brian.
Cheers Brian. We knew the 323 was scheduled to pass us. Luckily it went down before the castles reached us.
@@blackcountrysteamvideos8021 I think I had the bigger risk with the Walsall & Cross City line Lol.
Fantastic!!!
Many thanks!
Great video again. Video and photo taken at Llanwern/Bishton crossing. Good to see castles in south Wales
Sorry I should have said I took a video and photos at Bishton crossing..
A very nice vid mate!! Great to see you again today!!
Thanks! You too!
Excellent!
Many thanks!
Fantastic video as always Luke. Kind regards, Jake.
Thank you Jake.
Watched it in Telford it was bloody beautiful the earl of mount edgecumbe(5043)was working hard at the front, the clun castle(7029) wasnt and the 47 was working on the back defo a special memory to remember
The 47 was under instruction not to assist up the Lickey Bank as it was for the steamers to perform. The 47 was only on to assist shunting movements at Hereford and Gloucester.
@@InterCityBR the drivers and firemen of both locos did exceptionally well to take 11 coaches and an idling 47 up there.
Nice video :)
Nice vid bud 👍
11 plus the Class 47...!!
I caught the pair at stoke priors and I was on the road bridge of bowling green lane and I was surrounded by a few other rail spotters who stand either side of me luke
Hope you enjoyed it Scott
@@blackcountrysteamvideos8021 same to you Luke
ON THE TIPPY TOES LIKE A DWARF AT A URINAL
genuine question: why is there a diesel on the back but it's not even helping out?
Diesel was on the back for positioning moves. And incase the castles needed a bit of help up the lickey.
@@blackcountrysteamvideos8021 thanks
@@blackcountrysteamvideos8021 The duff was doing most of the work between Hereford and Cwmbran due to the fire risk. We were in the rear coach and the duff was red pen so we weren't complaining.
AS HARD AS WOODPECKER LIPS
Fantastic
Now is the time for British ingenuity to direct its attention to purging our nation of an ideology that would put us back into the dark ages. Permanently.
It's just not the same with the wires.
Up the Lickey with three locos including a 2,500hp diesel, and two Castles with roughly 1500hp each. Totally pointless. That power would have been more useful for a high speed run on the level at 100mph plus !!!! Also rather dangerous having a 120ton diesel swinging along on the rear (when not powering) as this weight will try & derail the much lighter coaches in the curves. Which is why it was banned in BR days !!! Would I a Railway Engineer buy a ticket for such a dangerous day out ? Not on your life !
What a ridiculous summary.
BR far from banned locos at the rear of the train, they had 5000 hp class 87 electric locos pushing trains at 110 mph on the west coast mainline and class 91 electric locos at 140 mph for a while on the East Coast before lowering to 125 mph, these locos would coast for miles at High speeds not powering going down Beatock, shap, Stoke Bank etc.
Class 47 locos were regularly used in push pull trains in Scotland at speeds in excess of that on a steam charter.
The practice of push pull is still seen everyday on the Chiltern mainline with the class 68 diesel locos.
Great video mate, kind regards Tom