Great Central Railway 'Autumn Steam Gala' 08.10.2011

[bankerbertha]

Good to see some recreated S&D action.

I was lucky enough to be on the last train (LCGB special) hauled by 'spam cans' Bude and Biggin Hill on 5th March 1966, photos of which still appear regularly.

[HomeMoviePerson]

@bankerbertha Thanks. I have to say that even if I had only seen the light pacific and the 7F together I would have still gone home a happy person! After seeing archive film of the light pacifics and 7F's on the S&D it was great that the GCR recreated the sight. I've seen old film of the last run in 1966 - I bet that's a sight that you've never forgotten, especially as it was the last service as well!

[NapierNimbus]

Great shots and what a fabulous display recreating the days of steam with main line passenger trains, branch line trains and the typical freight and mixed freight trains of that era

[HomeMoviePerson]

@NapierNimbus Thanks, the GCR are fantastic when it comes to recreating the workings of the steam era. This video is just under 3 hrs worth of workings from the morning till midday!

[cmeonthemove]

Great shots there. I particularly liked the smart TPOs and the coal train. Nice to see a complete & matching freight train like that on a preserved line. I really must visit this place one day.

[HomeMoviePerson]

@cmeonthemove Thanks Chris. I was pleased to see the double heading of the spam can and No. 88 in th second shot, thought that was great. It is a great line, definitely recommend visiting.

[loosegrip99]

Very nice video. I like the way you have lingered over the trains arriving & passing which really gives the impression of being there.

I have to say I think the highlight for me was 63601 on the windcutter at Kinchley Lane. Firstly it recreates a scene from my childhood in South Yorkshire where coal trains were endless and even 63601 passed by. Secondly I was the fireman on 63601 yesterday so it was great to see our train from the lineside.

[HomeMoviePerson]

@loosegrip99 Thanks very much. It's great to hear from someone involved in the running of the engine. You defintely put on a great performance for all us spectators.

[napierlion1]

Great footage, was a great gala :)

[HomeMoviePerson]

@napierlion1 Thanks, I certainly enjoyed it :)