I was aware of 47580 & 37264 running from Tyseley to the SVR, and the DRS convoy from Crewe to Stowmarket, but the 37s on a test train were a surprise.
One of the photos showing the DRS convoy:-
The 87s were being taken back to Long Marston for some modifications. I wasn’t aware the 31s were running, but they followed about 5 minutes later, also going to Long marston, I believe.
One photo here:-
Had a quick look from the footbridge today, both the above diesels were worth a couple of photos. Diesel Gala starts tomorrow, so they should both be in action.
One photo here:-
There were 2 interesting local train moves to see today, a 47 & 37 from Tyseley to the SVR and a DRS convoy from Crewe to Stowmarket. Main problem was my physio appointment at West Bromwich, due to finish at 11.00.
The loco move from Tyseley was due through Bescot at 11.08 which was cutting it fine, but without breaking any speed limits I was at Tame Bridge Parkway by 11.10. No spotters there, so I couldn’t find out if the locos had passed through. I waited 15 minutes, still no locos, so decided to head for Walsall as the DRS locos were due through at 12.15.
Got to Walsall – the Tyseley locos still not arrived. Whilst waiting, a test train passed through, t&t by 37608 & 37607. Half an hour later, 47580 & 37264 passed by, the 37 looking very smart but without any numbers or lettering on the body.
10 minutes later the DRS convoy arrived – 57003, 57007, 20305, 20304 & 37601.
Can’t complain about that hour!!!!!!
