South African Steam 1 (1997/1999) - Bethlehem to Bloemfontein

Filmed in 1997/1999, this is a highly scenic route with 7 different steam classes. Footage includes Bethlehem to Bloemfontein

[@iansuehooper7542]

Fantastic photography, the landscape settings for those wonderful steam engines is the best I have ever seen. Enjoyed listening to your comments Roy, so very informative. I, Ian, have had a love of steam from my young days growing up in Northern Rhodesia, now Zambia. Followed the steam trail to Rhodesia and back to South Africa, 1950s to 1980s

[@TERRYBIGGENDEN]

Absolutely magnificent locomotives and glorious landscapes. What a beautiful country it is. :-)

[@sydneymartin6941]

Greetings to you Wow What can I say A brilliant video of a bygone era Lovely shot of a double header each with a beautiful white feather Thanks for sharing It really warms my heart as I was a fireman in 1967 to 1977 in East London

[@theroybowdencollection9807]

Many thanks again! I am so glad this footage has brought you enjoyment! :)

[@sydneymartin6941]

@@theroybowdencollection9807 Greetings I fired on the 7 class 12AR 14CRM 14CRB 15AR The 14 CRM was mainly for shunting and on locals The 14 CRB was mainly on mainline to Transkei and Cookhouse The memories are great but the heartache is unbearable Thank you