It was the turn for the big lens today, giving me the chance for a long shot across the river and a few different shots at the station. Being a Bank Holiday, there were plenty of people around, even though it was rather a dull day.
Ever had a close look into the firebox? Well I wasn’t really that close, but full zoom from the bridge gives a good shot:-
August 13 found us heading towards Oxford. First stop was at Banbury, where we should have seen a pair of DRS 37s on an Eastleigh to Crewe move. Unfortunately they were running several hours late & we had to continue to Oxford to see 70013 arrive with “The Cathedrals Express”.
We made it with time to spare and after seeing 70013 it was not too long before the DRS locos appeared. It was also good to see a different livery on the passenger trains, as First Great Western don’t run to the Birmingham area, also the HSTs. Quite a few freights were also seen, including the Thursdays only Colas working, with a pair of 47s. On the way home we had to change trains at Leamington, and saw another couple of freights as we waited for our train.
Link to photos (Yes, it is rather a large album with 96 photos)
This photo shows the immaculate looking Class 37s with repainted coaching stock:-
