'THE HEART OF WALES' 5MT's 45407 & 44871 Nottingham to Cardiff 07/05/2012
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Channel: Robert Masterman · 2012 · Travel & Events
I was apprehensive in going out to film this train today as the weather forecast was not good. However I ventured up the Heart of Wales Line and the two locos are seen accelerating away from a Level Crossing and steadily climbing to the summit at Sugar Loaf. Despite windy conditions, this location once again had an almost eerie still feel about it. A quick dash Southwards to the next location at Derwydd Road sees the duo storm through and heading for the next water stop at Panyffynnon. As I approached the M4 it brightened up so I decided to make for Briton Ferry where the Swansea avoiding line joins the South Wales Main line. The train had made up time, but was held at the station for an up Swansea to Paddington HST service. The heavens opened up as the train restarted, but stopped as the train went around the corner..not the best of shots, but as I was soaked doing it, then it had to stay in....Thanks to West Coast Railways, The Railway Touring Company and all the Staff and Crews for putting on such an excellent show. 06.00 Nottingham to Cardiff via The Heart of Wales Line, with steam haulage from Crewe to Cardiff.
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