Speed to the West: 2016 on the Railways

Well, with the new year now under way, it's time to take a look back at what was 2016. Undoubtedly, this year will be remembered as the one where, what is, arguably, the most famous steam locomotive in the world, 60103 'Flying Scotsman', finally made her return to traffic, after many years of trials and tribulations. This wasn't the only highlight, however; there was the, long awaited, return to main line service of 46100 'Royal Scot'; 6201 'Princess Elizabeth', 34046 'Braunton' and 9466 also made their return to the main line, following on from overhauls at Tyseley, Crewe and Quainton Road, respectively. The year also saw a number of returnees on the heritage line circuit, from, both, overhauls and full on restorations. These include: 35006 'Peninsular & Oriental S. N. Co.', 813, 78018, 34081 '92 Squadron', 41312, 76017, 7903 'Foremarke Hall', 53808, 53809, 44422, 75014 'Braveheart', 7714 and many more.

This year also saw a number of locos bowing out of service, in need of overhaul. Including: 73129, 4936 'Kinlet Hall' and 34007 'Wadebridge'.

There have been a fair few memorable moments on the main line and on heritage lines alike: 46100, 46233 and 6201's runs over the South Devon Banks and into Cornwall; 46115 and 45699 making rare appearances in the South; 76017 and 92212's epic performances on the Pines Express recreations, during the Mid Hants Railway's autumn gala; the rare sight of two BR Black 7Fs double heading along the West Somerset Railway, and 35006 hauling load 18 along the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway, to name a few!

I'd like to take this moment to thank everyone who watched and supported my videos throughout the year and, of course, all those involved with the restoration and running of those beautiful beasts that we adore so much, and the railways they run on. Without whom, none of this would be possible. Happy New Year to you all.

Thank you.

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[SpeedToTheWest]

More compilation videos available at the link below 👇

[stygiandragon]

I swear, some of these are kicking up memories back when I was still watching Thomas the Tank Engine as a toddler!

[snowbelle]

Thankyou so much for posting these amazing videos! They are hugely popular with some of the autistic people we support at our small day centre! They look even better when used on a projector screen in the sensory room. 🚂

[gerri]

Beautiful video. The landscape, the coloring coupled with the white steam and black train make for an enjoyable viewing! Thank You!!

[enriqueceron]

Esto de los trenes, es hermoso, más hermoso es conservar, pero llegó un mal hechor un maldito traidor y lo acabó con todo, en mi LINDO Ecuador

[TheBarnem]

Brilliant No music, no one Wittering on Just beautiful sounds and images of steam trains Bravo! Long may it continue!

[jnhumble]

A marvellous film with beautiful lighting and spectacular sounds. Something to show my grandsons and -daughters: Belgium mothballed all its steam traction and put the locs to sleep in the National Railway Museum in Brussels. Thank you very much, and please keep up the good work!

[TheDuke-vbcq]

So steam tours in Britain now have to be propelled by Diesel locos????
I certainly wouldn't waste my money on a supposed steam tour when quite obviously they aren't !!!!
Bit pointless even bothering to film such a stupid con trick I would say

[micky]

Superb footage and locations. Quite the best quality video I have seen for a long time. Many thanks.

[ironhorsestudios]

10:52 so THAT's where Duck and Oliver went all these years.

[grindupBaker]

My mum's grandad Maurice George Vaughan drove the Cornish Riviera you see at 1:05:42 and wrote "The Locomotive Engineman's And Fireman's Examination Guide" small booklet.

[sethb]

Very pleasurable to watch this old steam engine going across country !!!!

[manuelizcaraymusic]

Pardon my ignorance... Where is this trainline located?... England? Scotland? US?

[jamesbeston]

I’ll give y’all 1 month
If you like steam trains
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[danielzelpher]

thank you for uploading this, tho i must say i wonder who are the assholes that thumbed you down.

[DmitriHiFi]

What's with the giant flash fire at 1:40:23 when engine went under overpass? Hope engineers didn't get an impromptu haircut. :) In any case, beautiful trains and sights. Can't wait to visit England!

[highphysics]

Great video. No raucous background "music". Who needs it when he sounds of these beautiful trains is music itself.

[raghunandanasharma]

Entry of the Evening Star at 2:46 and her gait are feast to watch. that music syncs with heartbeat. But 60163 is absolutely a tornado. She lifts the trophy. What an entry and what a speed! - Great capture. Great compilation. Thank you so much for sharing.

[durgadaspandeypandey]

Very attractive presentation , remembering my childhood steam engine train journey was very interesting and my grandfather used to say " Chhuk chhuk gadi " 😁😁😂😂🤩🤩🤣🤣🤗🤗

[crystalsharkey]

I love trains aspecily steam trains so I will give this a thumbs up 👍😊