Suitable for the following scale(s): OO ScaleAn iconic train linked with an instantly recognised livery! Virgin Trains have been a...... more

Suitable for the following scale(s): OO ScaleAn iconic train linked with an instantly recognised livery! Virgin Trains have been a force on the rail network for several years offering a dynamic service and using dynamic trains. The Virgin HSTs were once a common sight on the West Coast Main Line between 1996 and 2004, and for many these trains were the ideal synergy between two instantly recognized design icons. Note that these units are only suitable for operation on second radius curved track or greater.

... less

This double album covers railway activity on the West Coast Main Line and some of its connecting services over a period of more than 30 years. Disc...... more

This double album covers railway activity on the West Coast Main Line and some of its connecting services over a period of more than 30 years. Disc One, which runs for 67 minutes, features the 1970s and 1980s, much of it filmed at principal stations and covering a wide variety of trains. Whilst electric locomotive haulage is much in evidence, many classes of diesel locos, DMUs, EMUs and freight are covered, and even tube trains on the Bakerloo Line which paralleled the main line between Queen's Park and Watford, using the DC tracks. Apart from stations on the main route, between Euston and Glasgow, such as Crewe, Preston and Carlisle, visits are made to Birmingham New Street, Wolverhampton, Chester, Liverpool and Manchester Piccadilly. A major feature shows intense activity at Glasgow Central in 1988, including several classes of EMU and DMU in Strathclyde orange livery. We also see glimpses of the APT prototypes in action. On Disc Two (52 minutes) the story continues further into the era of sectorisation and privatisation of British Rail during the 1990s, including the Virgin and Silverlink franchises. The highlights of a cab ride from Euston to Stafford are included. Finally, bringing the story up to date, we see the entry into service of the first of the class 334 EMUs in the Glasgow area, and the initial introduction of Pendolinos and Desiros to the West Coast route.

... less

33 years of change on the East Coast Main Line. From diesels to electrics, this comprehensive double disc DVD set takes you from Kings Cross to...... more

33 years of change on the East Coast Main Line. From diesels to electrics, this comprehensive double disc DVD set takes you from Kings Cross to Edinburgh through the years. Disc One: Our visit to the East Coast Main Line starts at Kings Cross in 1975, when all trains were diesel powered. Main line services were in the hands of the iconic Deltics and Class 47s, with the occasional visiting Peak. Suburban services were provided by DMUs and Class 31s, hauling compartment stock. We see the electrification of the suburban services, including the Finsbury Park to Moorgate route, and the last Eastern Region passenger trains over the LT Widened Lines. The extensive remodelling of the approaches to Kings Cross, in the second half of the 1970s is also featured. Moving north there is considerable coverage of the diesel era at Doncaster, York, Newcastle and Edinburgh and also a visit to Scarborough. At Edinburgh we see Class 47s operating the Glasgow 'Push-Pull' service. The coming of the HSTs is followed by the progressive electrification between London, Leeds and Edinburgh, using Class 91 locomotives. Disc Two: Our story continues into the era of privatisation and includes the use of Class 90 locos on Leeds services. We see the introduction of the GNER livery plus Eurostars and the unique Class 89 in service. Later we see Virgin HSTs and Voyagers on Cross Country services as well as various other liveries applied to Sprinters and Pacers. We see First Capital Connect livery replace the WAGN colours on London suburban services. Hull Trains' Class 170s and Class 222s are featured, as well as leased Class 180s. Grand Central's new service to Sunderland is seen at Kings Cross. Finally we see the GNER livery modified and subsequently replaced, following the takeover of the franchise by National Express - East Coast in 2007.

... less

Running with the headcode of 6J37, the afternoon timber train that runs from Carlisle to Chirk is one of the best known freight flows in the UK today. ...... more

Running with the headcode of 6J37, the afternoon timber train that runs from Carlisle to Chirk is one of the best known freight flows in the UK today. Operated by Colas Rail and initially hauled by Virgin Trains' Class 57/3s and then DRS Class 57/0s, the train was routed via the West Coast Main Line. Today, it is worked by Colas-owned Class 66/8s and runs via the Settle and Carlisle line. Filmed with the full assistance of Colas, this cab ride starts at Carlisle Yard and continues through to Warrington, filmed on a fine sunny September day. The loco was 66848. With a journey time of four hours this programme is available as a double-disc DVD or in stunning hi-definition on a single blu-ray disc and includes all of the scenic sections and viaducts on the S & C with live cab sounds, part-narration and on-screen captions. Filmed in 16:9 widescreen. For the first time ever... See the S & C in full 16:9 widescreen! See the S & C in high definition on the Blu-ray version!

... less

Running with the headcode of 6J37, the afternoon timber train that runs from Carlisle to Chirk is one of the best known freight flows in the UK today. ...... more

Running with the headcode of 6J37, the afternoon timber train that runs from Carlisle to Chirk is one of the best known freight flows in the UK today. Operated by Colas Rail and initially hauled by Virgin Trains' Class 57/3s and then DRS Class 57/0s, the train was routed via the West Coast Main Line. Today, it is worked by Colas-owned Class 66/8s and runs via the Settle and Carlisle line. Filmed with the full assistance of Colas, this cab ride starts at Carlisle Yard and continues through to Warrington, filmed on a fine sunny September day. The loco was 66848. With a journey time of four hours this programme is available as a double-disc DVD or in stunning hi-definition on a single blu-ray disc and includes all of the scenic sections and viaducts on the S & C with live cab sounds, part-narration and on-screen captions. Filmed in 16:9 widescreen. For the first time ever... See the S & C in full 16:9 widescreen! See the S & C in high definition on the Blu-ray version!

... less

This two disc title is not just a view from the driver's cab this is the actual Virgin Trains Route Learning and refresher video, made for the...... more

This two disc title is not just a view from the driver's cab this is the actual Virgin Trains Route Learning and refresher video, made for the line. It shows you all the speed restrictions and warnings, all the signal numbers, all the tunnels and their lengths and all the crossings and named civil engineering features. It also has information on the routes through the major junctions. So if you want to ride both ways between Crewe and Holyhead and see things as the professional driver sees it - this is the programme to watch. The video was taken on historic proving runs of a Class 57 and Pendolino set but in order to cover the signalling changes made in 2005, footage from other train types has been intercut with the original footage.

... less

For a company that started out with a handful of Class 20s and a few flask trains to haul on the Cumbrian Coast, there is no doubt Direct Rail Services...... more

For a company that started out with a handful of Class 20s and a few flask trains to haul on the Cumbrian Coast, there is no doubt Direct Rail Services has come a long way. With the purchase and return to service of many of the popular ex-British Rail locos, such as Classes 20, 37 and 47 and their pleasing livery of blue, DRS are a firm favourite amongst enthusiasts too. In recent years, adding to this already impressive line up has come the introduction of more 'Tesco' trains, more autumn 'water cannon' trains and high-profile passenger work hauling the Northern Belle and the Cruise Saver Express. Add to this the humble flask duties and various railtours - as far and wide as Penzance to Thurso - and this is DRS Locomotives Part Two. The second DVD in the series carries on from where part one left off and follows the development of the fleet and the trains they haul from 2008 to 2012. With Class 20s coming and going, the purchase of the 37/4s, more 47/8s and 57/0s, a reduction in Class 66s and the recent acquisition of ex-Virgin Trains 57/3s, there is no doubt DRS has a versatile and interesting fleet. Also includes footage of the Crewe and Carlisle depot open days. Filmed from over the UK, see the DRS fleet as it stands today in 16:9 widescreen and in stunning high definition on the Blu-ray version.

... less

For a company that started out with a handful of Class 20s and a few flask trains to haul on the Cumbrian Coast, there is no doubt Direct Rail Services...... more

For a company that started out with a handful of Class 20s and a few flask trains to haul on the Cumbrian Coast, there is no doubt Direct Rail Services has come a long way. With the purchase and return to service of many of the popular ex-British Rail locos, such as Classes 20, 37 and 47 and their pleasing livery of blue, DRS are a firm favourite amongst enthusiasts too. In recent years, adding to this already impressive line up has come the introduction of more 'Tesco' trains, more autumn 'water cannon' trains and high-profile passenger work hauling the Northern Belle and the Cruise Saver Express. Add to this the humble flask duties and various railtours - as far and wide as Penzance to Thurso - and this is DRS Locomotives Part Two. The second DVD in the series carries on from where part one left off and follows the development of the fleet and the trains they haul from 2008 to 2012. With Class 20s coming and going, the purchase of the 37/4s, more 47/8s and 57/0s, a reduction in Class 66s and the recent acquisition of ex-Virgin Trains 57/3s, there is no doubt DRS has a versatile and interesting fleet. Also includes footage of the Crewe and Carlisle depot open days. Filmed from over the UK, see the DRS fleet as it stands today in 16:9 widescreen.

... less

The DVD of the Year - Part One This is the first installment of the traction review of 2008, which covers the six month period from the start of January to...... more

The DVD of the Year - Part One This is the first installment of the traction review of 2008, which covers the six month period from the start of January to the end of June. This has been an action-packed period, as locomotive fleet developments and a selection of eye-catching workings continue to provide plenty of variety on the current motive power scene. Aside from the main line action, there were plenty of notable preservation events as well. So whatever your taste in modern traction, this programme has something for just about everyone! Freight Traffic and Traction: 56057 returns to the main line re-numbered 56311 to work container trains for Fastline Freight. Former Freightliner locos 57002 and 57003 running under their own power to Barry for storage. 37401 + 37422 hauling HAA coal hoppers from Millerhill to Mossend. 47818 rescuing an EWS stone train in Suffolk. Riviera Class 47s & Virgin Class 57s working Royal Mail trains. The first coal train over the newly re-opened Stirling - Alloa - Kincardine line. Two GB Railfreight Class 66s rescuing EWSs Holybourne - Eastleigh oil tanks. Re-liveried Advenza Class 57s working scrap metal trains. New Fastline Freight Class 66s arrive. Royal Mail and DRS diversions following the new year Rugby engineering fiasco. Passenger Traction, Railtours and Specials: 86259 'Les Ross' returns to the main line. 73201 heading for storage at Long Marston. Class 47s, 57s and 67s on hire to Grand Central. Class 87s going into store at Long Marston - and then emerging with new identities for export to Bulgaria. DRS Class 20s rescuing a steam charter on the Cumbrian coast. Class 25 D7628 working NYMR service trains to Whitby. 55022 ventures to Oban & Penzance. 47712 and 47802 launch the 'Stobart Pullman'. Re-painted Class 67s on WSMR trains to Marylebone. Ground-breaking trips to Edinburgh and Whitby for D1015 'Western Champion'. 40145 travels to Lowestoft & Aberystwyth. The ACTS Class 58 farewell tour in Holland.

... less

Swanage Railway News Special 2002 Dvd. This dvd is a celebration of the connections to the main line. The first through train for thirty years. ...... more

Swanage Railway News Special 2002 Dvd. This dvd is a celebration of the connections to the main line. The first through train for thirty years. Featuring: Final rails connecting at Furzebrook on the 3rd January 2002. First Standard tank beyond Norden for thirty-five years. Repairing sleepers on half-mile section. First through train for thirty years - Virgin Voyager arrives. Cab ride from Wareham to Norden. Steam Gala in September 2002. Plus much, much more! Approximately 60 minutes © Railway Recollections 2007

... less

The six month period from July to December 2009 saw some remarkable workings and traction developments, many of which will feature in this forthcoming...... more

The six month period from July to December 2009 saw some remarkable workings and traction developments, many of which will feature in this forthcoming programme. Among the workings you can expect to see are..... * 31190 on the Boston steel * 47802 on the Chirk timber * D1015 heading to Scarborough and Blaneau Ffestiniog.... and then hauling redundant china clay tanks from Quidhampton to Burngullow * 56311 towing three Bulgaria-bound Class 87s and 86401 from Long Marston to Crewe * Virgin Class 57s hauling Class 508 EMUs to Eastleigh Works * 20189 + 20227 on hire to GBRf delivering new London Underground S stock from Old Dalby to Neasden * 92017 in Stobart livery * Six scrap DBS Class 56s being towed from Ferrybridge to Crewe * 73107 returns to the main line * 37401 + 37670 venture to Weymouth for FGW * 20306 bonnet first towing a coach from Southampton Docks to Eastleigh Works * 66844 on the Bromley North branch * 47727 + 47739 on the Tilbury to Burton Cemex tanks * 87701 + 87702 on hire to GB Railfreight for charter and mail trains * 'Mix and match' Class 47 haulage on Colas traffic from Dollands Moor to Burton and Dagenham * DRS Class 37s and 47s on the temporary Workington - Maryport passenger shuttles * 20302 on the West Highland Line heading for Oban * 47270 returns to the main line for Hanson Traction * DB Schenker decimate their Class 60 fleet * And Advenza Freight go bust * And that's just a taster of what's in store!

... less

The second installment of Traction 2008 will be released soon, provisionally in late February/early March. This programme will cover the six month period from...... more

The second installment of Traction 2008 will be released soon, provisionally in late February/early March. This programme will cover the six month period from July 1st to December 31st. Once again there has been plenty of modern traction activity and the next DVD in this long-running series will feature the best of the action from the second half of the year. These include a weird and wonderful selection of workings such as: 86101 on Royal Mail trains Colas Rail's 47739 working FGW's Penzance sleepers 56311 & 56312 on Immingham - Washwood Heath steel trains 86259 making a debut for its Class at Hadfield Large Logo 47580 on a Tyseley-West Ealing departmental working 37608 & 37609 working the Daventry - Grangemouth intermodal 20905 hauling a Grand Central HST power car from Craigentinny to Heaton 31454 & 31459 visiting St Albans Abbey Wood with a test train 90003 passing through Nottingham in the consist of a Freightliner service Newly re-liveried 59001 working an Eastleigh-Westbury EWS departmental service Class 87s moving by road from Crewe to Hull docks en-route to Bulgaria Virgin Class 57s on diverted West Coast services over the Chiltern Line 55022 making a Deltic debut over the Cambrian route to Pwllheli SWT's 73109 working Brockenhurst - Lymington Pier services ...to name but a few. A full listing will appear here once the details and release date have been confirmed.

... less

The DVD of the Year! FREIGHT TRAFFIC & TRACTION: Double-headed Class 56s on Fastline's Doncaster-Grain containers 87 012's last main line working ...... more

The DVD of the Year! FREIGHT TRAFFIC & TRACTION: Double-headed Class 56s on Fastline's Doncaster-Grain containers 87 012's last main line working 37 405 on the Healey Mills-Clitheroe coal 47 145 hauling a rake of 60 PGA wagons triple-headed Class 31s on the FM Rail coal trial from Daw Mill to Rugeley power station 60 038 makes a rare visit to Aberdeen 87 022 working GBRf's Hams Hall-Felixstowe intermodal 47 815 + 47 769 hauling the Trafford Park-Southampton Freightliner 37 406 with a rake of HTA coal hoppers 37 248 working the diverted Willesden-Shieldmuir mail re-painted Riviera Class 47s on hire to DRS for nuclear flask traffic PASSENGER WORKINGS, RAILTOURS & SPECIALS: Class 37s bow out on Scotrail's West Highland sleepers...and then make a swift return Class 87's return on Virgin West Coast services 47 828 and 47 714 on the Penzance sleepers 37 410 working the last weekday loco-hauled Rhymney-Cardiff commuter train Virgin's 57 313 rescuing a failed First Great Western HST at Exeter Class 50s on Arriva service trains to Fishguard and Llandindrod Wells 2 HST power cars 'back-to-back' hauling a complete HST set Arriva's 'bubble car' DMU on the Cardiff Bay branch 40 145 on the Far North Line 55 022 Royal Scots Grey on its test run and two charter trains 33 025 + 33 029 on the Cambrian returning from Aberystwyth the return of D1015 Western Champion in maroon livery THERE'S ALSO: 20 096 + 20 905 on a 'one' Anglia stock move to Norwich DRS' 37 029 on the Royal Scotsman 60 019 hauling four Class 86s away from Immingham Class 31s on the vintage 'Queen of Scots' to Royal Ascot DRS Class 20s star in the autumn leaf-fall season 50 012 Benbow towing Arriva's 'bubble car' DMU from Crewe to Cardiff two GBRf Class 73's sandwiched between two snowploughs French returnee 20 228 in CFD livery working at Barry Island the return to traffic of 33 116 at the GCR 37 905 on Dartmoor and 47 004 at Embsay

... less

Our first release of the new year will be the 31st programme in the 'Traction' series and will cover the period July to December 2010. Among the many notable...... more

Our first release of the new year will be the 31st programme in the 'Traction' series and will cover the period July to December 2010. Among the many notable items featured will be: 'Royal' 67006 on the Warrington-Dowlow trip 59 202 on the Robeston-Westerleigh tanks 92026 delivering 2 new Class 380 EMUs to Scotrail 08483 arriving at Paddington with the empty stock of the 'Night Riviera' sleepers Loadhaul-liveried 60059 arriving at Glasgow Central with the empty stock of the Caledonian sleepers 37607 + 37611 track-testing on the new Bathgate-Airdrie route 73109 + 73201 on hire to GB Railfreight for Thameslink infrastructure trains 60099 emerges in Tata livery 86101 + 87002 visit Cambridge on a Network Rail test train while 86701 + 86702 take the train to Chingford 57604 visits Weymouth on FGWs last loco-hauled summer service from Bristol 37409 + 37608 working the Northern Belle from Edinburgh to Inverness 47580 hauling an eight-loco convoy of preserved locos Former Freightliner loco 57001 leaving Brush Traction's workshops under its own power following repairs EuroCargo Class 66s temporarily return to Britain from France for RHTT duties 47500 returns to the main line for WCRC 59203 working the Sinfin tanks Commercial freight returns to East Grinstead FGW HST diversions into Waterloo and via the Chilterns Freightliner's 90045 on hire to Virgin West Coast 40145 and D1015 on main line railtours D9009 high-speed testing new freight wagons on the Great Central Railway The re-opening of the Caldon Low branch.

... less

This brand-new programme features all the main line diesel types that have appeared on the mainline during the period January 2000 - December 2009. ...... more

This brand-new programme features all the main line diesel types that have appeared on the mainline during the period January 2000 - December 2009. With a running time of more than three and a half hours, this double DVD set contains stupendous scenes filmed entirely on the mainline by professional cameramen, dedicated to bringing you the history of the mainline scene over the past 10 years. We look at each class of mainline diesel in turn, from class 20s right through to the operation of the new class 70s, with lineside and station scenes. Highlights include: Class 20s on freight and passenger workings Class 31s in Scotland, and on south coast passenger duties Class 33s working freight traffic around Aberdeen, nuclear flask trains, and on railtour duties Class 37s in Scotland, throughout Wales, Arriva Settle & Carlisle trains, Kent freight, Cornish clays and much more HSTs at work througout the decade, including Rio sets Class 40, 45, 46, 50, 52 and 55s in action throughout the decade, and also on regular passenger and freight traffic. Scenes feature four different 50s and four Deltics in action, both in England and Scotland, Western Champion north and south of the border and on freight in Devon and Cornwall Virgin XC and Freightliner class 47 views and many others The rundown of the class 56, 58 and 60 including some final tours, and the last class 56 rites at Bristol Temple Meads Rundown of the heavy freight class 58 and class 60s 59s on freight and even Virgin Cross Country services 67s on postal, freight, WSMR, charters, and summer Saturday trains in 2004. Including the first class 67 passenger duty and the first HST drag! Class 57, 66 and several views of the brand new class 70 in action in December 2009! Priced at £24.95, this two-disc set runs for a massive three and a half hours in total - under £12.50 for each DVD!

... less

Where the Great Western mainline meets the English Channel, the coastline through Dawlish is one of the best known and most loved stretches of railway...... more

Where the Great Western mainline meets the English Channel, the coastline through Dawlish is one of the best known and most loved stretches of railway line in England. In this programme from Train Crazy, we take a look at the last 20 years of locomotives, HSTs, DMUs and freight, filmed at Dawlish Warren and along the famous sea wall at Dawlish. Starting in the late 1980s, right through to 2006: * Network SouthEast Class 50s share passenger duties with Large Logo and Inter City 47s * Railfreight 37s and blue/grey DMUs * Blue parcels vans and Res 47s then 67s * HSTs in Inter City, Virgin and Great Western green * 57601 in purple * 47s in green, red and NSE * Plus steam specials, railtours and some really odd stuff! Not only does this DVD look at two decades of change, it highlights that beautiful stretch of Devon coastline where the ocean and the trains meet in perfect harmony. From full zoom panoramic shots to station run-pasts, Dawlish has it all and this DVD takes you on a Dawlish Summer Holiday! The programme is professionally produced with a stereo soundtrack, informative commentary and digital editing. The DVD is commercially pressed with chapters and menus.

... less

Freight Traffic & Traction: Former Virgin 'Thunderbird' 57302 working for DRS, former DRS locos 20311 and 20314 re-enter traffic for HNRC, Heavy Haul's...... more

Freight Traffic & Traction: Former Virgin 'Thunderbird' 57302 working for DRS, former DRS locos 20311 and 20314 re-enter traffic for HNRC, Heavy Haul's 70001 undergoing testing on the Great Central Railway, 33012 being moved from Southampton Docks to Eastleigh Works for repair, 56087 and 56302 re-enter traffic with Colas, 37606 + 37611 on Beattock with DRS' 4S44 Daventry-Coatbridge intermodal, 56303 + 56311 working DB Schenker's 6M11 Washwood Heath-Peak Forest stone empties, Network Rail Class 57s on nocturnal engineering trains and autumn RHTT duties in East Anglia, 37518 returns to the main line to travel from Carnforth to Fort William, 73205 + 73212 on the West Coast Main Line hauling two box wagons from Wolverton Works to Tonbridge, 31601 and 56312 on FGW stock moves from Kilmarnock. Passenger Traction, Railtours & Specials: 67006 piloting 6201 Princess Elizabeth on the Royal Train, 56311 + 56312 on the Peak Forest-Attercliffe stone, 50044 returns to south Devon working a GB Railfreight special from Cardiff, 57310 + a Class 377 EMU undergoing a coupling test run from Selhurst to Hove, the return to the main line of Deltic's 55002 Kings Own Yorkshire Light Infantry and 55009 Alycidon, Class 73s towing a withdrawn Class 508 unit from Eastleigh Works to Southampton Docks, GBRf's 92032 hauling a new rake of foreign-built tanks from Dollands Moor to London, 31601 + 31602 venture to South Wales with scrap wagons, 87017 + 87023 and 86217 being towed from Long Marston to Willesden prior to being sent abroad, 20304 + 20312 hauling a CWR set from Scunthorpe to York, Turkish-built 70099 arriving at Loughborough Works, 20189 emerges from Hastings in London Underground red, pairs of DRS Class 66s take over the Daventry-Mossend 'Tesco Express' from DB Schenker, GBRf's 66737 on an inspection saloon, 56087 hauling five scrap classmates from Crewe to Kingsbury for breaking, 31128 returns to the main line re-painted in BR blue, and much more.

... less

The DVD Of The Year! This years 'Traction' programme will again be in two parts. The first instalment will cover the period January to May and will again...... more

The DVD Of The Year! This years 'Traction' programme will again be in two parts. The first instalment will cover the period January to May and will again feature all the major loco fleet developments as well as the usual selection of weird and wonderful workings. Here's just a small taster of what's in store... Class 56s return to the main line for Fastline Freight Metronet Class 66s arrive 47 802 on the Warrington-Willesden mail 47 840's two trips to Shoeburyness on scrap EMU moves 37 425 on the Dagenham-Bridgend Ford vans two 'Royal' Class 67s double-heading the Avonmouth-Wembley 'enterprise' 47 816 on the Felixstowe-Ditton Freightliner the first DRS Class 47s to reach Plymouth 47 145 hauling box wagons from Stoke to the Isle of Grain 90 001 hauling EWS' Garston-Dagenham automotive service 47 830 on the Ayr-Oxwellmains cement 37 425 reaches Exeter with the 'silver bullet' china clay tanks 31 128 + 31 190 hauling steel wagons from Doncaster to Stoke 37 425 + 37 405 on the Brentford-Appleford 'Binliner' two HST power cars 'back to back' hauling the Penzance-Paddington 'sleepers' 47 813 hauling the Riviera 'sleepers' Class 50s back on service trains for Arriva 57 604 ventures to Shoeburyness to collect redundant slam-door stock ex-DRS 87 006 on driver training runs for Virgin Network Rail Class 73s and converted Gatwick MLV's on de-icing duties 33 103 visits Devon and Cornwall branch lines 56 057 working the Lafarge self-discharge train on the Nene Valley Railway Class 87s en-route from Oxley to Long Marston ...and 45 112 making a rare 'Peak' visit to Kingswear!

... less

The DVD of the Year - Part Two: July to December Programme number 25 in the Traction series features a surprisingly diverse mix of unusual workings,...... more

The DVD of the Year - Part Two: July to December Programme number 25 in the Traction series features a surprisingly diverse mix of unusual workings, locomotive fleet developments and notable highlights from the preservation world. There may be countless Class 66s at work the length and breadth of Britain, but the old order is still going strong, thanks to a multitude of private operators. News stories, factual information, an astonishing assortment of strange workings and locomotive classes - all mixed with plenty of thrash - make this programme the most comprehensive and authoritative video record of the second six months of 2007. FREIGHT TRAFFIC AND TRACTION: PASSENGER WORKINGS, RAILTOURS AND SPECIALS: Class 20s return to Skegness 50 049 hauling the 'Silverlink Swansong' charter over the Watford DC Lines Virgin Class 57s 'top and tailing' the vintage 'Queen of Scots' coaches 47 802 hauling the blue and grey Cargo D set from Manchester to Brighton 66 081 rescuing not one but two failed Class 57s on the Penzance-Paddington sleepers Barrow Hill-Deepcar Class 20 specials Grand Central HST enters service 55 022 Royal Scots Grey's autumn trip to Oban 37 601 + 37 603 on Pathfinder's 'Atomic Harbourmaster' 40 145 reaches Fort William and Dartmouth D1015 Western Champion's groundbreaking run over the Cambrian route to Aberystwyth. THERE'S ALSO: 73 205 + 73 209 'top & tailing' a Serco test train at Moorgate underground station BR blue 33 202 on a FGW HST power car move 33 025 on the West Highland Line hauling a snowplough to Glenfinnan D1015 Western Champion hauling a ballast cleaner from Reading to Eastleigh Works Re-painted 73 107 hauling Hastings DEMU vehicles 20 301 and 20 305 hauling DRS' newly re-painted Mark 3 charter set from Oxley to Kingmoor 31 190 + 31 106 making a rare appearance at Glasgow Queen Street 37 025 and 37 175 return to action at Bo'ness.

... less