Sheffield to Manchester via the Hope Valley Line!

[@manubird2475]

The Edale Station sure looks a busier than it was in 1967-1968 when I was a Yank exchange student at a school in Cheshire. We'd go to Edale for a walk on the moors -- always spectacular and sometimes scary. Getting from Cheadle to Edale and back via train was always an adventure in itself. In those days, the lone Edale pub served the most delicious local cheese butties, perfect with a pint of stout! Edale now seems so far away as write from my home in Hawai'i.

[@allyup3404]

There's an excellent pub in the old first class waiting room called the Sheffield tap. Definitely worth a visit.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Must pay it a visit next time I'm there

[@andrewwilson6240]

I suddenly realised that I have changed trains many times at Sheffield, but never got out of the station, so I never knew what the outside looked like. I think only Bristol Parkway shares that honour!

[@dazzlingdaz187]

Its a lot nicer than Bristol Parkway lol

[@JoshuaBd]

@@dazzlingdaz187 I don’t like Bristol parkway 😖😖😖

[@timspencer6912]

In regard to Bristol Parkway, I'd keep it that way. Is there's an uglier station anywhere in the UK?

[@shirleynitka5030]

Thanks for this one Dylan. It was short & sweet. Even my hubby who never watches anything, stopped to take a look. For being 35 years old, that train appears very well kept & updated. Those seats looked comfortable. Neither of us could believe the price you paid. I wish America had rail service like that. Who'd ever need to drive? The scenery was lovely as well. See you on Monday!

[@DylansTravelReports]

Glad you enjoyed! See you on Monday.

[@chbmckie]

1:25 - Whilst this is almost true there is one anomaly. The Leeds to Carlisle service sees an employee with a trolley board the train at Settle to offer a small in seat service selling not only snacks and drinks but also memorabilia such as postcards with Ribblehead viaduct on them. This service is however very expensive and is only available from Settle onwards… Thanks for this awesome video though about one of my favourite Yorkshire lines!

[@paultidd9332]

The said trolley service isn’t provided by Northern; it’s provided by the Settle to Carlisle Railway Trust, all contributions help keep the line and interest going.

[@beechy006]

After working from home for the last two years this reminds me how I sure don’t miss the daily commute (Mirfield/Leeds) on these Northern stopper trains! Nothing worse packed in like sardines on these trains or even worse the older ones with 2 + 3 bench seating!

[@s125ish]

You think you will ever go back to the office?

[@beechy006]

@@s125ish at some point yes but not the same 5 day week like before, 1 or 2 days more likely

[@regcotterill7332]

Thank you for this Dylan. The Hope Valley line is very dear to my heart. My very first journey on this line was in the late 60's. For my first proper walk as a teenager which was Edale station via Hollins Cross, Castleton and Hope Station. In those days the stations were manned and I remember at the end of the walk sitting in the waiting room at Hope Station in front of a coal fire on a cold winters day waiting for the train back to Sheffield. The motive power in those days was what came to be remembered as Heritage DMU's. I can remember subsequent journeys when the class 150's were introduced.

[@rogerbarton497]

I've done this journey many times pre-covid and the splendour of the scenery soon wears off, especially on an over-crowded Pacer! I've never seen Sheffield station so quiet!

[@dazzlingdaz187]

I think the pacers have been scrapped now?

[@rogerbarton497]

@@dazzlingdaz187 Yes indeed. A few have been obtained by heritage lines.

[@goatgamer001]

now pacers are discontinued

[@andrewwilson6240]

That 150 is nicely refurbished. Don Coffey has a really good cab view real time video on this train on KZbin. Well worth watching.

[@JoshuaBd]

Love a good class 150 sprinter. Tho the new 195’s are beautiful to ride on

[@paultidd9332]

I have to say my heart always sinks when a 150 rocks up, they have become the Pacer replacement of railway travel misery - particularly uncomfortable when full and it just takes one person to open the window in winter to freeze the whole carriage!! Great video and a wonderful journey and one I must, divert and, do on my many trips from Leeds to Manchester.

[@icewallowcum1231]

The 150s are great

[@JasonCliftJones]

Until last year, this route was ran by Pacers so...

[@jamesthompson3099]

I must say, the train looks remarkably well for it's age. The interior looks quite new. The scenery, however, was gorgeous. It put the train to shame. Thanks for the ride Dylan!

[@keironpaul4441]

In my opinion, I find that the class 150 gives you great ride quality and comfort, and that the hope valley line is very scenic and a great journey, so all together, a great journey to go on 👍👍👍

[@thefareplayer2254]

I’m utterly stunned at how beautiful this section of track between Northern English cities is!

[@Clivestravelandtrains]

Northern England abounds with beauty.

[@EuroDC1990]

Lovely journey and nice to see my home city of Sheffield featured. The 150s have definitely seen better days but they're still going strong, bless them.

[@John_Fugazzi]

It's interesting to see a local run on a commuter train. They really pack them in with that 3 + 2 configuration. I'd hate to see it at a crowded time. As it was, you had your car practically to yourself. The snowy hilltops added to the beautiful green valley scenery.

[@superbladeash]

Packed it’s not that bad tbh, I’ve always found it works rather well

[@highpath4776]

@@superbladeash I imagine the main one is the morning peak from Marple into Manchester, but there are additional all stations stopping services from there and a decent bus service. For Sheffield Manchester itself there are other routes non stop or less stop using Trans Pennine (higher fares cost ?)

[@DannySapko]

Nice one! I've been looking forward to this.

[@anthonywarrener1881]

Thank you for a most interesting review. I agree that Northern has done an excellent job on refurbishing their Sprinter 150 fleet. As you rightly say, these units are generally used on short haul routes, and it was sensible to maximise the seating capacity.

[@j3xk72r9]

What a pleasure to hear a young person use the correct term "railway station" instead of the immensely irritating "train station". Well done Dylan!

[@lewis72]

What's wrong with "train station" ?

[@lewis72]

@@jakeee2309 What's the difference then ?

[@lewis72]

Sorry, my bad. That should have been to the OP.

[@jonb4020]

That one looks luxurious. You should try the late night one from Manc Dylan - plasticky covered, bus-type seats and looking very old indeed. But I love these. And it's great that on all these trains the windows open - especially in the summer! But as for "rather nice" scenery - come on, it's stunning and some of the best in the UK!

[@blackmask38]

Really enjoyed this trip. excellent scenery. also, not a bad train. for the journey. Thank You.

[@michaelformaini7053]

This is a great little journey, one which I would love to have fitted in during my 2018 trip, but I'm not too fussed as you have filled in the gap wonderfully. I had occasion to change trains at both Sheffield and Manchester Piccadilly on separate journeys I did, so both stations were familiar. The scenery is indeed well worth the trip. And the historic mills and canal bridge added to the interest. I was surprised to hear Marple aqueduct viaduct was the highest of its type. I thought Pontcysylite near Llangollen was higher. When your class 150 arrived at the start and I heard the brakes squeal, I thought "This'll be interesting!". I nearly had to reach for the sunglasses when you stepped aboard. Wow! That refurbished interior was quite a surprise. Yes, the seat spacing looks a tad cozy, but the comfort was quite satisfying. Don't you wish all trains had comfortable seat padding like that! And the cleanliness of the wall panelling and toilets! Wow!,again. The only sad part of this presentation was the distinct lack of passengers. Unfortunately, the pandemic has really spooked people away from regular rail travel and, I believe, your politicians, health officials and the rail industry media haven't exactly encouraged it either. Thanks again for another interesting UK domestic rail trip. Looking forward to the next.

[@highpath4776]

There looked to be a decent smattering being picked up for the time in the afternoon. By arrival in Manchester if running in reverse the route would start to pick up outbound commuters to Marple, then the odd passenger for the Yorkshire / Derbyshire side of stations. Can get busy with football traffic and so on.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Glad you enjoyed Michael 😁

[@steveignots8123]

Also liked the voice saying the door is locked and the braile for the water controls.

[@petedenton9434]

I used to commute on 150s quite often and agree about the seats. Perfectly comfortable for an hour or two.

[@SweetUniverse]

I like that - air conditioning is provided by yourself opening the nearest window 🙂🙂

[@ozgirl45]

Such lovely scenery for what you say is a commuter run! Sheffield station is charming (as was the next small station on the route)and it’s reassuring to see older railway stations maintained rather than ruthlessly “modernized” or replaced.

[@maximo0987]

I love taking the 272 from Sheffield to castleton, it goes over the hill into hope valley and you can see all the villages and trains trundling along 🥺

[@thomasisking]

Regular route for me in the past, coming to and from North Lincolnshire and Manchester Airport. Always on TransPennine Express. First time seeing a Northern train doing the run. Thanks for showing this, enjoyed seeing the train. Scenery is always nice, if the weather is good.

[@blauckner]

There used to be a main line electric service between Sheffield and Manchester via the Woodhead Tunnel. The quality of this service was far better than the Hope Valley Line. What a pity that the rail link between two such important cities is now served by aging commuter stock. Let’s hope that those pressing for the Woodhead service to be restored manage to win the day

[@HarryParkin]

It’s always weird seeing a relatively large channel like yours end up travelling from my local station in Sheffield, and indeed on a route I’ve done many times! (Although I’ve never actually done it on Northern)

[@liamkinder8697]

Great video showcasing the beauty of the line, so grateful to live next to it (shout out to Bredbury)

[@williamgrant9303]

Enjoyed your train journey as usual, Dyllan. Thanks a lot.

[@lindavainomae3489]

Thanks for sharing this lovely scenic route! The design of Sheffield station is so interesting too. The value for money is fantastic too. I really find the disparity in pricing in the UK difficult to understand. A 60 km trip on Cross Country would cost way more.

[@neville132bbk]

Similar length journey on the above mentioned Wairarapa Line (NZ) averaging 60km/hr takes 60 minutes and costs +- 5.5 Pounds ...11.x$NZ

[@AymanTravelTransport]

It's not about the distance, but more about the level of competition between the two points (which could allow for easy cheap advance fares) and also the complexity of the network between the two points ticketed which would potentially give a greater variety of permitted route between the two points ticketed, hence leading to a steep increase in prices; split-ticketing restricts this, hence why the prices can sometimes be significantly lower if you split at certain points inbetween

[@enginerum428]

Nice video! You passed my home village of Chinley on the way!

[@CarolgTX]

I found this journey to be so enjoyable! The scenery was beautiful!

[@johnburke5384]

Excellent Dylan and a fantastic price too...

[@anthonydyer3939]

I took this train from Manchester to Edale in 1996. Those were class 101 trains back in the day. They seemed rather ramshackle: The diesel engine sounded seriously ropey and acceleration was paused frequently seemingly for the driver to manually shift gears. They were long in the tooth back in the 1990s. I’ve got a vague recollection that they might have been replaced by pacers, and despite their below average reputation, they were an improvement.

[@Delta-pantages]

Great stuff. I watched this in 4K for the first time. Excellent quality and well done you, Dylan. Keep it up. ❤❤

[@alextoft9199]

My first 4K video on my new TV was a Geoff Marshall video. Exciting isn't it! 😆 I was on 720p for 10 years 🤣

[@kathleencook4674]

I love that journey through the Pennines the scenery is absolutely beautiful, the only thing that worries me is that tunnel because I'm claustrophobic and have panic attacks, I really enjoyed this video and have subscribed to your channel, I look forward to watching more of your train journeys

[@sirsergio89]

A nice surprise to see a slice of home in your videos Dylan, Sheffield Station is a very beautiful building tbh, on the other hand those Northern services are far from being modern, those class 150 are the noisiest ones! you can't even hear whoever is sitting next to you, back in the day those were often my ride to work.

[@arnoldspottingvideos5652]

Great video Dylan even 195s can do the Sheffield to Piccadilly via the Hope Valley

[@roo16810]

They definitely did when I traveled on the line in September.

[@stevecooksley]

Some gorgeous views in this one - gives the Settle line a run for its money! Nice one.

[@glenncooney3959]

My best mate’s family lived in the Hope Valley for many years. I’ve been through both by road and rail and it always takes my breath away how beautiful the area is.

[@simonc7947]

I thought you might have mentioned the sidings at 9:03. They are for the Hope Valley Cement Works. It's a long time since I've done a full trip on the Hope Valley line in daylight (probably about 1995.) I must do it sometime. I got a Pacer back from Manchester in early 2020, just before the pandemic; the 150s look like a great improvement. It also struck me on that trip how rarely I use Sheffield Station these days, as opposed to Meadowhall, Rotherham or Doncaster, which is a pity, because Sheffield is much nicer architecturally.

[@steveignots8123]

Wow. Five seats across. That's really tight

[@RobertMCotter]

Very nice Dylan. Enjoyed the ride.

[@nickalliker6219]

Great scenery and a good value trip. Another excellent video Dylan; thanks for sharing your journey 👍👍

[@benbrist]

More scenic but a bit of a go-around route! Faster to take the Transpennine service that departs from Cleethorpes and only stops at Stockport - has onboard catering too & first class!

[@ganapatihegde1024]

Nice vlog! Great presentation. Greetings from Plano, Texas, United States.

[@paulgalloway5220]

Great video the harrogate line Good knaresborough nice place

[@dazzlingdaz187]

Loved this video. I did part of this route 10 years ago, when I went from Sheffield to Hope and Edale to do a days walking. Its a great way to access the Peak District and there's a great pub in Edale...

[@colinhemfrey4835]

Your train fare was astonishingly cheap, so great value for such a scenic ride.

[@martinoates3684]

Can't believe you didn't mention one of the great UK station bars at Sheffield (eve. If it might have been closed)! 😉

[@edwinleslie1330]

Once again very informative and enjoyable. I still enjoy watching your Edinburgh to London, London to Edinburgh race by train and plane. Here's hopping once this plague is over you will do some more...... Please!

[@DylansTravelReports]

Absolutely!

[@petersheridan2993]

The 105 is a 100% upgrade from the Pacer!! even 35 years old. Used to travel from Chinley to Totley!! Those Leyland bus doors leaked buckets of water on a rainy day. The floor was swimming and slippery. How a station gets forgotten Chinley used to be a very busy station with many platforms.

[@SweetUniverse]

Again, I have a severe case of envy - $4.45. We have nothing like this where I live in the northern U.S. People are saying now that Buttigieg is secretary of transportation we have a chance ... I feel like I'm about to 😭😭. I need someone to pat me on the back & tell me things are going to be okay. 🙂 You're awesome! ☺️✌️✌️

[@craiglogistics2092]

Another enjoyable video Dylan, perhaps one day you might get a train from Sheffield to Lincoln and visit our beautiful City and it's magnificent Cathedral, cheers

[@sherlocksteve9109]

amazing spring ride! Good to start the new year!! stay safe!

[@paulgregory1364]

Thanks for that, I live in Sheffield and been to the so many times. I've always wondered what that journey was like and thanks to you, I might have a day out!!!

[@CameronLandels]

Great video Dylan. The Hope Valley is a lovely line to travel on! :-)

[@peterhonig4954]

Hi Dylan, thanks for this nice trip including the extra information about the surroundings. Greetings from Breda in The Netherlands.

[@gazinessex2]

Very impressed with all the incidental statistics. Calming voice as usual.

[@mirandamom1346]

So pretty- thank you for sharing!

[@sebastianbaynes9452]

Glad you journeyed through the Hope Valley, it's so beautiful! I live just outside Bamford and unfortunately we no longer have an annual carnival, although I always enjoyed going to it as a child

[@ryanstephenkristoferkearns1319]

I remember going on the class 150 when they used to be on the line that goes pass by Cradley Health etc.

[@amtrakharry]

That was a neat little trip...:):):)

[@colinseeney471]

I always sit the otherside for the view at Edale. Never seen the viaduct over the Goyt. Thanks as always for your reports.

[@Great_WesternTVFan]

I'm surprised that some class 150s like this one still have older bulb lights instead of the modern LED ones

[@gaminghub8108]

Great vids! I actually work at a rail wheel factory working for Germany, currently creating more ICE3s for DB. Amazing experience as well! Keep it up! ❤️

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks and oooo nice!

[@gaminghub8108]

@@DylansTravelReports Oh and a fact; India has the biggest rail network to this day. I didn't expect a heart, I thought I'd get maybe some likes and replies... Also a suggestion: separate channel for other stuff like train sim games (highly recommend Train Sim world 2, very realistic), timelapses, maybe even food services etc etc. Keep the good work up!

[@isaactimmins8959]

not sure what line the EMR services via stockport take but the scenery though that line is great too & they had a trolley last time i traveled so a bonus,

[@Robslondon]

Lovely video as ever Dylan 😊

[@Clivestravelandtrains]

I've used this line many times over the years, visiting friends who live in Grindleford. I've always enjoyed the ride, the scenery looks different in every weather. The frequency has increased in recent years, partly because there are active user groups on this route who encourage usage. There are also non-stop trains operated by both East Midlands and Trans-Pennine (going via Stockport), so you don't have to endure the all-stations Northern service. However, there are always people who seem to mis-hear the announcements and end up on these trains by mistake for the through journey. The current units are infinitely better than the Pacers formerly used on this route.

[@peterd788]

You missed out Romiley after Marple which is used as the changing point for trains to Manchester via Hyde Central and Guide Bridge and trains to Rose Hill. You may wonder why this is important. Well, since the complete withdrawal of the X57 Snake Pass bus from Sheffield to Manchester last week the only reasonable way to get from Sheffield to Glossop now on public transport is to change at Romiley, go to Guide Bridge and travel on the Hadfield Northern service to Glossop.

[@alextoft9199]

I like the Sprinters. They are old and a bit scruffy but have character. I like the engine noise and squealing brakes. Modern trains can be a bit boring in comparison. Nice route 👌

[@JoesTrainsAndPlanes]

The train looks totally smooth and very nice but I've gotta say the toilet looks very dark and I think they could create it better a bit! - Apart from that, it's a great video!

[@jordantrainsuk8608]

I loved the fgw 150/1s I liked them when I went on holiday from Worcester to Weymouth

[@UndergroundRolo]

Wow the snow topped hills look beautiful, and so does all the scenery on the line, would love to travel along there at some point.

[@railquest]

Cracking review Dylan! Gotta love Hope Valley, such a beautiful route. Its recently been more common to see 195s on this service though 150s still run occasionally and as someone who commutes in both units, I'd personally take a 195 any day for pretty much all trips as they are quiet, air conditioned, and relaxing to ride on.

[@sparkmeister4706]

And it's on time 😂 they knew you were gunna film it.

[@Pulsarnix]

This is an amazing line. You were a bit unlucky to get a class 150 though as 195s normally work that route. You're not weird though, I like the seats as well.

[@zulfiqarali9808]

Marvellous presentation I resolve to take this journey when I’m in Manchester this summer

[@davidaarthur]

Some great views in the middle there!

[@dattaramphutane7473]

Nice video . Thanks

[@transitcaptain]

I like your shots of the Metrolink at the end

[@pritamkoli]

Nice coverage

[@rezaalan3991]

Great trip.

[@Lakesider52]

I would recommend Leeds to Skipton route for scenery.

[@Andrewjg_89]

And that’s more of a longer way than the most direct which was the Woodhead Line just before it closed and the former Woodhead Line goes as far as Hadfield from Manchester Piccadilly.

[@wjt10]

Those seats are better than the ironing board seats

[@wjt10]

4:13

[@douglasmacgregor3878]

Great video thanks from Florida USA

[@jjsmallpiece9234]

You get to the most exotic of locations - Sheffield and Manchester!! What more could a traveller want?

[@simonc7947]

You say that a tram to the city centre takes about 5 minutes. Walking only takes about the same time. If you want the Moorfoot end, walking is actually quicker.

[@ethomas5921]

I had to do that route cuz of delays and it was packed, Northern put on an extra 6 coaches to accommodate all the delays so it was an 8 car train and omg it was fully packed anyway cuz these trains took the traffic from EMR and TPE due to cancellations and my carriage was full of posh drunks that were very funny and it made the journey bearable. However it’s a fantastic journey to do on a 150 with those comfy seats and I’m glad to see it from a different persons perspective

[@SMILEVIDEOTRAINS]

very nice. thank you

[@esvarwyn]

nice to see Sheffield

[@truebrit3578]

So many UK train vloggers are repeating the same trips its good to see something a little different (or perhaps even ordinary)

[@sparkmeister4706]

Lucky you. Dropping on such a modern train. I always end up with an old bus train. They are way too bright though

[@IrishTransportGuy]

Great video Dylan! Keep up the good work! I also have two possible requests: 1. A class 153 trip review 2. An Irish Rail review would be really cool! 😀

[@woodhouse122]

well he already did a 153 trip on his Heart of Wales line trip video a few months ago

[@rezaalan3991]

That number 2 is great, it will be great if he visiting Ireland by ferry.

[@IrishTransportGuy]

@@woodhouse122 Thanks for letting me know! 👍

[@DylansTravelReports]

I'm hoping to review some Irish trains this year 😁

[@IrishTransportGuy]

@@DylansTravelReports Cool! 😄🇮🇪

[@nooneherebutuschickens5201]

Happy Christmas, Dylan!

[@DylansTravelReports]

Hope you had a good Christmas 😁

[@hoppersmotorsportvlogs]

Awesome stuff I gotta say I've been through the hope Valley when going to Doncaster but never realised how stunning it actually is

[@andrewdales8136]

Enjoyed the scenery, shame about the clown with his feet on the 💺. Northern do seem to go overboard with the train announcements but I suppose if you are blind are partially sighted it is helpful. Keep safe and take care 🙂

[@DylansTravelReports]

Glad you enjoyed Andrew!