Severn Valley Railway - Spring Steam Gala - 2016

This years SVR Spring Gala would see a GWR branchline flavour, with the inclusion of two visiting Panniers Tanks in the form of 6412 & 6430. Unfortuntely the main star of the show, 6990 Witherslack Hall was declared failed with a hot axle box, which would see it ruled out for the whole of the weekend. The loco is now expected to run over the easter weekend. The homefleet were as always out in full force, though 7802 'Bradley Manor' was also ruled out due to a leak on the boiler. With two of the main engines ruled out, this would see extra turns for the two big Bullieds 34053 & 34027. Even with the loss of the two GWR Locos, the gala still retained it's branchline feel, with the both panniers taking turns on the auto trains.
The weather was dull and gloomy, though conditions were slightly brighter on the Saturday. Regardless of the conditions it was an enjoyable event, with the double headed panniers being the highlight of the weekend and we was even able to have a ride along the line on the Saturday. Depsite the disappointing engine failure's the SVR have hosted an enjoyable gala and it was good to see the majority of trains running near to time.
I hope you enjoy the coverage.
Locos & locations featured
6430 on the auto train approaching Arley (twice)
1501 at Northwood Lane (twice)
7812 departing Hampton Loade
7812 on the climb away from Bewdley, passing the Rifle Range
6412 exiting Foley Park Tunnel
6430 on the auto train, climbing towards & through Eardington Halt (twice)
34027 passing over Olbury Viaduct
34027 approaching the 15mph TSR at Eardington Summit (southbound)
2857 departing Bridgnorth
6412 on the auto train, sweeping round Highley Bank
1501 getting away quickly from Arley
6430 & 6412 depart Bewdley
6430 & 6412 at Northwood Lane (twice)
6430 & 6412 climbing towards Eardington Halt in near darkness
7812 climbing Highley Bank, after stopping at Country Park Halt

[@Calvertfilm]

Absolutely super shots. Thanks for sharing.

[@MarshSteamVideosTM]

+Calvertfilm Thanks very much.

[@philipbridge3601]

Great use of the weather conditions to create atmosphere and some interesting and fresh ,to me, view points that captured the sound and character of branch working . Well done and thanks again

[@MarshSteamVideosTM]

+Philip Bridge Thanks Philip, I'm glad you enjoyed the coverage of the gala, despite the gloomy backdrop. Regards, Liam

[@sam8alex12]

The two of you must have done a lot of walking for this outstanding video, You covered almost the hole line. Excellent camera shots from you both, Well done, And thank you

[@MarshSteamVideosTM]

+Ernest Johnson Thanks Ernest, was pretty tired come the end of the day, but was all worth it in the end, despite the grey & gloomy weather.

[@ramonwilliams5721]

Thanks for a great video,I must have stood next to you up Northwood lane on the Friday, but at 82, found it a bit chilly.Thanks again. Ramon

[@MarshSteamVideosTM]

+Ramon Williams It was a bit chilly on the Friday. Thanks for watching & commenting.

[@acw71000]

Great selection of shots Liam, especially the Panniers. I'd love to see more of them on the SVR. Shame about the failures but it didn't detract from the gala

[@MarshSteamVideosTM]

+acw71000 Thanks Austin. Surprised they didn't stick around for longer, I thought they'd at least do a photo charter.

[@tony1961chl]

Gracias estimado amigo por tan bellos vídeos, me alegran el alma cuando los veo. En estos bellos vídeos queda plasmado el amor que los Ingleses tienen por sus ferrocarriles y sus viejos y hermosos trenes, los amo por eso ,gracias.

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

Shame that both 6990 and 7802 both being sidelined thanks to hot axel box on the driving wheels

[@antman09ful1]

Very enjoyable Liam.

[@MarshSteamVideosTM]

+antman09ful1 Cheers Mike. Hope all is well.

[@robmasterman]

Excellent coverage of the Gala Liam, you seem to have had better condition than many others who attended.....Regards...Bob

[@MarshSteamVideosTM]

+Robert Masterman Thanks Bob. The Saturday was a lot brighter, though I travelled more instead of filming. It was a shame the morning mist couldn't of hung around a bit longer on the Friday morning.

[@MarkAHHDvideostreaming]

Great video

[@WestCountrySteamVideos]

just asking I keep having notifications coming up saying you commented on my videos but when I click on the video nothing shows. if you are commenting thanks

[@tony1961chl]

Dios, como amo éste sonido de los rieles no soldados, 5:07 to 5:17 , 15:43 to 15:53 , 18:24 to 18:37 . Esta toma es muy linda 6:35 to 7:00 , y 9:50 to 10:33 , y 10:48 to 12:31 , 20:11 to 21:20 ya se me sale el corazón de alegria, gracias.

[@WestCountrySteamVideos]

Great video! nice shots

[@WestCountrySteamVideos]

also how did you get to the first shot and the awesome viaduct shot?

[@MarshSteamVideosTM]

+somerset train spotting It's just outside of Bridgnorth. It's called Daniels Mill. You will see it signposted. You can climb up to the viaduct, but it's a steep sided bank.

[@WestCountrySteamVideos]

Okay thanks a lot

[@TerminalSports45]

19:23 that is one bright fire

[@MarshSteamVideosTM]

+TheDixieNutjob Yes, it's nice when you get a bit of glow off the footplate.