The Island Line and Britain's oldest train

A trip aboard the fantastic Island Line on the Isle of Wight aboard the oldest train still in regular passenger service in Britain!
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Date of Travel: 21/07/2020
Class of Travel: Standard Class (2nd class)
Rolling Stock: 1938 Stock (Class 483)
Cost of Ticket: £4.05 ($5.27, €4.49; return with railcard discount)
Origin: Shanklin, Isle of Wight, England, United Kingdom
Destination: Ryde Pier Head, Isle of Wight, England, United Kingdom
*Currency conversions correct as of 30/07/2020

[@DylansTravelReports]

If you noticed some parts of the video sounded a bit "off" this is due to a camera fault. New equipment has now been bought although a few of my upcoming videos may also sound a bit strange. Apologies for this.

[@jamie_j0h]

Great video. You should probably change ‘apologises’ to ‘apologies’ before anyone notices tho 😂

[@DylansTravelReports]

@@jamie_j0h Yeah maybe I should 😅 Thanks!

[@savebyGodsgrace]

@@jamie_j0h You made my day :) But nice video though and thank you for sharing us your travels❤

[@sweetlakers]

Any idea when the last rides of this beauty will take place. At the moment not allowed to enter great britain due to the current 'situation'.

[@kaicharles5112]

The train is crap and nearly falls of its tracks every day

[@alexwong1249]

When you realize that the designer of this train is probably long dead and so is the first few drivers, passengers, engineers... Keep a machine well maintained and it'll probably outlive us, humans

[@horizelux2212]

Scary to think about isn't it.. I'm getting goosebumps

[@ChilternTransportProductions]

I’m amazed these actually lasted 82 years in service! They were clearly built to last, very well designed!

[@horizelux2212]

@@ChilternTransportProductions agreed. Some machines are not built to last more than 50, but the way we maintain them is the real changer.

[@allclean2555]

@@horizelux2212 if you maintain these trains you need sacking.

[@sherlocksteve9109]

@@allclean2555 I'm against your sacking, sir. @Horizelux, keep right on repairing those trains!!!

[@horizelux2212]

Jointed rail makes the best sounds ever. Period.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Agreed 😁

[@axelstl1027]

100% agreed with you

[@falkerhard]

A bit of London Underground out by the seaside. I love it.

[@dlittlester]

Unless you've just spent a night in Cardiff and drank too many Brain's Special Ales.

[@warweezil2802]

Love the sound of those traction motors and the clicking of the RPA... the whine of the compressors.... I drove these in the 80s when they brought a couple of units back to the Northern line. Wonderful machines... I may even take a trip down there for “one last ride” . They look kinda bare inside being minus the original arm rests and hanging straps.

[@peeky44]

When they came to the Isle of Wight around 1990 they still had arm-rests! They were retained when refurbished by NetworkSouthEast and sported bright red NSE covers. They only got removed around 2007 when the moquette also changed from NSE to the recent A-stock version, and the outsides were painted back into LT red.

[@ronalddevine9587]

Excellent video. You'll have to take us back when the D78 takes over. Sounds a lot like the New York subway. The fact that these are still running 82 years old, speaks wonders for the engineering and workmanship of Made in Great Britain 🇬🇧 👍. Love it, Dylan.

[@ayindestevens6152]

The motor sounds EXACTLY like the R1/9s that ran on the NYC Subway from that era.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks! I'll be sure to head back when the new trains are in service.

[@kevingray3550]

I rode on these trains many time between Kilburn Park and Willesden Junction in the 1970's . I think that they went out of service in the 1980's. The date of the carriage (1938) and maker was shown on a plate across the threshold of each then double doors. The interior had a varnished wood trim which was very classy. I notice however that in the carriage that you travelled the leather arm rests had been removed from the long bench seats. These were quite important on London Transport back in the day as they ensured that each seated passenger had their own bit of space This meant that eye contact with other persons either sitting alongside or opposite was not only unnecessary it could be actively discouraged. I suppose these days the same effect has been achieved with invention of the Apple phone.

[@elrjames7799]

When my wife and I were first courting, we visited my cousin in Netley (Hampshire) and went over to the Isle of Wight for a few days booking into the Esplanade Hotel Ryde IOW. We went by rail to the Cinema in Lake to view 'Schindler's List' and mentioned the reason for our journey to the guard. After the show (which overran slightly) we also, in turn, had to run to Lake station so as to catch the last train back to Ryde. We were three minutes late but the train was still there, waiting for us. A similar thing happened with the last ferry across the Medina from our East Cowes restaurant to connect with the last West Cowes ferry to Southampton. Sadly, such days (when people look out for one another) seem to have long gone

[@blisswest]

I live in Lake on the Island and thank you for putting that. I'm surprised that he didn't put about how you can now connect and change over to our Steam Train in Brading. We have been told we could get some new trains soon. New. . Don't think so. . lol. .

[@elrjames7799]

@@blisswest Thanks: I'm a supporting member of that Steam Railway recalling some thirty years. Also a shareholder in the Steam Packet Company that operated Red Funnel (taken over by ABP). When 16/17, my cousin and I were back and forth Southampton to Cowes Saturday afternoons. Carisbrooke Castle was rear deck flush with stern adjacent to the all day bar (bottle beer Strong and Co of Romsey, before Whitbread took over). Similarly Southern Vectis Bus Company: I used to attend their AGM in Newport before they were also bought out. Many fond memories of your lovely Island, but things have changed, presumably, same as mainland UK.

[@stephenstokes4531]

@@blisswest The steam train connects with the mainline at Smallbrook not Brading.

[@blisswest]

@@stephenstokes4531 Oooops. lol. I was trying to Multifunction at the same time as I typed it and should have checked what I put. I love our little old trains. lol

[@stephenstokes4531]

@@blisswest It would have been a great tourist attraction if more of the steam railway was still in use.

[@DJL78]

The genuine wood trim in the interior is lovely. It’s a shame they are being retired.

[@markphillips2076]

The sound of childhood visits to London back in the 70's when Metro Cammell units were still running. All the clicks of relays and the sound of the motors and the compressors. Very evocative and thankfully I live In Portsmouth and have travelled on the Island Line a few times.

[@RoyHouseman]

Thank you so much for the experience on this old railroad. I live in California and we have some new and old railraods and the difference in the construction of the track is exactly as you mentioned.We are slowly getting the welded track and the ride is so much more smoother.

[@Timjfw1]

Your videos are brilliant escapism and I love that you don't have incidental music so that you get to hear all the sounds. Island line just makes me smile. It's so old , bouncy and rickety that you can't help smiling. Thanks for posting & keep safe.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@deborahphillips500]

Thanks, Dylan, for sharing this nostalgic experience with us. The train’s movement and sounds going over the tracks reminded me of riding the “L” transit system in Chicago when I was a kid.

[@thatsixtiesguy6016]

Goodness, this video takes me back to summers holidays as a youngster back in the early '70s. We always took the train from Rye Harbour to Sandown. Even back then those tube carriages seemed vintage. I remember the local lads at Sandown used to wait outside the station with their self made rickety wooden go-karts to assist passengers with their luggage for a penny or two. Great video.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks!

[@elrjames7799]

"a penny or two": those giving a tip like that must've been 'cheap charlies'.

[@TransportGeekery]

The stock used in the 1970s was even older. They only started using the 1938 stock in the 1990s on the Island Line.

[@thatsixtiesguy6016]

@@TransportGeekery Oh right. That makes me feel even older.

[@jamesthompson3099]

What a lovely old beast. I may have ridden on one back in the 1960s when they were still in tube service, I believe. Thanks for the memories! 😁

[@laram4921]

I live on the Isle of Wight but since I'm on the other side of the island, I've never been on this train. I love seeing the closed up tunnels from all the old trainlines around the island and it's great to see that this one is still running after all this time. Definitely need to go on it as soon as I can :)

[@fr9874]

Island Line may be Extending the tracks so that the train can service more areas, I always hear talk of it being extended out to Newport as it once was, I think that would be amazing, but I am not sure if it will actually happen or not, though with the large sum of money recently granted to Island Line I am remaining hopeful 😁

[@johnairs2735]

I must do a last trip on these ex Tube trains. They won't last much longer despite all the care and repairs they have received over their long history. Long live the D stock which will replace them. Great video Dylan and I look forward to the next one.

[@user-ky6vw5up9m]

In the old days, the seats were not locked down and , in an empty carriage, schoolboys would lift the seats to look at the train equipment which was packed under there.

[@PlexingtonSteel]

Rode the Island Line a couple weeks ago at night. This was the bumpiest train ride I have ever experienced in my live. There were moments I really thought the train would derail...

[@JaapFilius]

Lovely video. I has been there once (daytrip) during a holiday in London and it was awesome to experience the ancient railway atmosphere and the old tube-trains on the isle. Pitty that these trains are not be in service anymore next year. But for the people on the isle it will be very good news that modernisation of the line and modern somewhat larger trains are finally on their way now. As I did understand that right: the line for a long time was serious candidate for closure, so there could not have been a better outcome. Hopefully they are keeping one of the old units in operating condition for special rides. It is so special that this 1938 stock is still in daily service now.....

[@DylansTravelReports]

I think the heritage railway on the island is keen to get its hands on one of the units which is great news.

[@robertpartington1383]

They have retained one unit, spruced up and painted and it's located in "Train Story" which is part of the excellent Isle of Wight Stem Railway experience at Havenstreet Station.

[@mightylonesome9426]

Thanks for the ride Dylan. It's an amazing way to tour places one will probably never visit first hand.

[@MatteoNasti]

Very good video. In Italy the oldest train in service are the Stefer group 0, which are of the 1926.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Italy also has some very nice old trams 😁

[@wcc1948]

What a charming experience. Stranded in the US as I am at present, I’ll miss the opportunity to ride 1938 stock. Thank you for the next best thing.

[@Tina-qp7py]

We can't go anywhere and for how much longer? What if we quarantine first 14 days, then will we be allowed in?

[@wcc1948]

Tina20 we may be able to get into the UK when they leave the EU at the end of the year. It’s currently an EU-wide ban on non-essential travel from the US and ten other countries not on the “safe country” list that’s keeping you out. 1/1/21 it’ll be a decision for the UK itself.

[@Tina-qp7py]

I heard or read that you can get a passport from another country (expensive) to get into a restricted country but wouldn't you have to have citizenship? Also, if you hear if the UK (Ireland, Scotland too) will allow Americans in could you let me know. Things are getting difficult in the USA and could get worse near the election. I might need an escape route. Thanks.

[@Tina-qp7py]

Hi, I found out Americans can go to Ireland but have to quarantine for 14 days and get tested. So that is a possibility. And to get a passport from another country you have to have dual citizenship.

[@John_Fugazzi]

How great to be able to ride a 1930's vintage train. I thought it was cool that it wasn't all fancied up like a tourist train, but was just as it was and is still in operation. I happy to say I've gone back and have finally seen every "Dylan's Travel Reports" video.

[@RWL2012]

they were heavily modified / refurbished in 1989 before going to the island, including conversion from fourth rail to third rail, fitment of newer door controls and newer interior lights, etc

[@heyman8555]

It's excited I got a good reason to visit UK from Hong Kong to London and I.O.W. because of the Hovercraft and 1938 Stock and I so happy that I fly a drone with the Hovercraft

[@raytheron]

"And now for something completely different... " That was spanking, Dylan! Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@RedHillian]

That's a line on my "bucket list", but even more so the hovercraft - I'm looking forward to your review video on them!

[@misterbridger]

I suggest you do it soon because there will be 'new' (1978) stock on the line next year.

[@RedHillian]

@@misterbridger That's ok for me - I'm more interested in the line (especially the bit out on the pier) than the stock anyway!

[@kaicharles5112]

Don’t even bother it’s so dead

[@RedHillian]

​@@kaicharles5112 I'm not going there for the social life - just to see it!

[@camolizard5379]

@@RedHillian na you need to do it with the current trains they are the heart of the railway on the island and I'm gonna miss them when they go I wanna buy one as they are auctioning them of but I can't sadly not enough money

[@simonpurbrick]

Great video! I have been on the railway when travelling to the steam railway from 1991 when Smallbrook Junction first opened. Since then I have been on it many times and my last visit was in 2016 so hopefully next year when the D stock is in service me and my wife hope to go over for the day.

[@RGSRiogrande]

Love that traction motor sound...and jointed rails.

[@GDJason]

Love the sounds of the old running stock. Thanks for sharing with us before they disappear!

[@LingLiu2014]

I've been on this train on a camping holiday in the Isle of Wight back in 1998. Really enjoyed the train rides :)

[@DCS1967]

I remember travelling on the 1926 stock trains when I was young. Everyone was disappointed when they were replaced by the “modern” 1938 stock in the 1980s. Incidentally the IOW Steam Railway has steam engines that are newer than the 1938 tube stock! The railways on the island have always used second hand trains. When they received coaches from the mainland the toilets were removed. The main reason was the source of freshwater for the island was beneath the tunnel at Ventnor so they couldn’t risk the toilets being used in the tunnel-No such thing as retention toilets then.

[@Geno2733]

That train car is as rickety as an old roller coaster.

[@meanderingmedic]

Remember riding those trains in London as a kid... Had light bulbs and leather strap handles then...

[@danieleregoli812]

Me too. Ohh the joy of riding those old central line trains!!! Ohh the memories.....

[@RWL2012]

The strip light fittings will have been fitted in 1989 as part of the heavy modification / refurb for going to the island.

[@matthewmcarthur7942]

That takes me down memory lane. Im from London but used to spend most summer holidays camping in Shanklin. Took that line every holiday for a day trip to Southsea using the hovercraft or Portsmouth using the catermeran from the peir head. Haven't been over for a few years so it was great seeing it again and all the memories came flooding back. Used to love going on the islands steam railway too.

[@Jeagles]

The two trains currently running are units 006 and 008, both delivered in 1940

[@Jeagles]

Update: 006 has broken so only 008 for now

[@RWL2012]

makes sense that the "newest" ones are the ones still remaining in service :P

[@goodi2shooz]

I love this! Thank you so much for bringing it to us. Such a shame that it will be retired soon. Amtrak must be built the old way because it goes clickety clack too.. I can hardly wait for the hovercraft video!

[@DylansTravelReports]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@allclean2555]

It's not a shame at all. People have had to put up with this crappy train and service for years. Should have been scrapped years back

[@catbuttermargerine]

You can see my house when you do the view of Ryde from the pier :-) I live overlooking the pier and know it's time to leave for work when I can hear the train going up!

[@teaurn]

It would have been good if you'd covered Smallbrook Junction, where the Island Line train links up to the IW Steam Railway - a heritage line that you can take to Havenstreet - they have a museum, shop, workshops, etc there and it's a good day out.

[@paulharvey9149]

Excellent capture of where it nearly leaves the tracks south of Brading! I've a feeling I may have ridden on one of the cannibalised units sitting at St John's Road on my last flight, sorry - ride, on the line! It will be good to have the track renewed through that area as well as the new trains.

[@maidbloke]

Fab video! The distinctive noise of the train in motion and at the stations took me right back to travelling on the tube in London whilst growing up in the 80s. 😍

[@meanderingmedic]

I went on that line when it was 1927 tube stock....

[@CameronLandels]

Really good video Dylan! I used to study at Portsmouth and visited one of my friends on the Isle of Wight. Great memories riding the old tube train! :-)

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks!

[@anthonywarrener1881]

I really enjoyed this review, and having seen in the press the delivery of the first D Train, I hope you can review them in the New Year !

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks! I'm hoping to check them out once they enter service

[@twistedpleasure]

I'm from Portsmouth and travelled on these many times when I was little but haven't been over to I-O-W for years. Was great seeing them again and cant wait for the hovercraft review as it's a personal favourite 👍

[@YukinagaFinn]

Nice video! Brings back memories. That pier.....there were times I really cussed and sweated sprinting one way or the other to try to catch a bus at one end or the cat at the other. Never a train in sight on those occasions - or the bloody thing going past you while still wheezing your way along the pier. (Still cussing, don't forget - well, trying to anyway, between gasps). That's the way my memory tells it, anyhow! And that pier goes on forever when you're in a hurry, I can tell you. It's amusing now, looking back. Thanks for the nostalgic trip!

[@tgsgardenmaintenance4627]

My favourite line, bit like an old wooden roller coaster! Has a charm of it's own. ❤️ the Isle Wight!

[@KJSvitko]

I love historic preservation of buildings, and machinery. It is a great learning experience for children and adults.

[@Matthew-cx5qg]

I love these old underground trains.

[@Gourockz]

One of the bounciest train rides i have ever had. Great fun

[@paulosborne6517]

Absolutely splendid! I miss trains - sadly Lincolnshire network was practically gutted from 1963 onward...

[@jeffiow]

The railway did continue south of shanklin to the terminus at ventnor which is now an industrial estate, the tunnel mouth can still be seen at ventnor...atb...jeff.

[@pega17pl]

Hello Dylan, one of your best train reports! :) - Cheers, Heinz

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks!

[@radders261]

Lol, love the fact that you still did a seat review despite the different nature of the train, nice one! I am actually in the IOW later today, So I'll be sure to give it a try :)

[@DylansTravelReports]

Hope you enjoy 😁

[@Squimple]

They are gorgeous trains. I still miss all the proper tube train noises!

[@Ptitgars66]

Traveling across the Isle of Wight brings me back very old memories. I was probably 4 yo when we went there with my parents from France to visit friends of ma father. Did not know about the Island Line until a few years ago but a have 3 maybe 4 memories about the days I went there. Very enjoyable.

[@semintus]

Good news is that 006 will be coming back to London to run on the Epping and Ongar railway. Will be much missed on the Isle of Wight.

[@marilynscott2662]

Met my husband 56 years ago on the Island. Went back for our 50th last year so easy off ferry onto train. Amusing being rocked about!

[@PhilPage227]

I used to travel by rail from Ryde pier head to Cowes in the 1950s and early 1960s behind an Adams steam engine, happy days. Fantastic video Dylan, just subscribed.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks!

[@richardblackwell1230]

A little bit of London Underground history 👍

[@markwringe2826]

Nice video. I did travel this line about 40 years ago, when the trains just seemed a bit old rather than vintage. In fact back home, the Glasgow Subway had closed for modernisation only two years before, at which point its trains were 81 years old. (And were wonderful, wooden-bodied things built in 1896. Smaller than the IOW trains too.)

[@judithcatlett8518]

Your information and description of these old timers was good. For 10 minutes the video brought me back to a time, that obviously, will cease to exist. Good job.

[@barrygower6733]

The first time I travelled by train to Shanklin was when the line was operated with steam-hauled stock and ran through to Ventnor.

[@Timjfw1]

They're talking about bringing the line back to Ventnor. Can't see it happening though.

[@andrewdales8136]

Thanks for this Dylan. Great video it brought back childhood memories for me travelling from Saltburn to the IOW with Golden Rail holidays. Saltburn to Darlington on a Metcam 101.Darlo to King's Cross behind a deltic. Taxi across London to Waterloo for a 4 Cig / Big/Cig formation to Portsmouth and Southsea, a big adventure at the age of 7. Summers were always sunny then but the photos were black and white lol. Take care and keep safe.

[@AtheistOrphan]

Andrew Dales - ‘Golden Rail’ - Now there’s a blast from the past!

[@andrewdales8136]

@@AtheistOrphan I am a blast from the past lol

[@martinward2644]

I too remember these old beauties from my youth. I have done this journey so it was good to revisit via the video. I guess their replacements will be what I regarded as the Tube's "new" rollingstock back in the day. They should preserve at least one working train for posterity.

[@dlittlester]

I'm a big fan of function, and I'm quite happy with leaving my WiFi and internet behind me for a short journey like this. I like these old underground carriages.

[@michaelformaini7053]

This clip makes up for my not getting to the Isle of Wight on my big trip two years ago. While I missed the 1938 stock, I managed several rides on 1972 Bakerloo Stock while I was based in Kenton for nine nights. My first tube experience was the clockwork orange in Glasgow at the start of my UK Trip. Must get around to watching more of your playlist but as I type this 'Chairman Dan' (Victorian State Premier down here in Aus) is telling us on television how long our current COVID lockdown will continue (at least two more weeks). It's a beautiful spring day (Sunday 6th Sept), Fathers' Day, and I have yet to go out for my permitted daily exercise to the local park for permitted distance socialisation and doggy socialisation. Great to see you are able to travel under certain conditions. Stay safe and note I have posted a comment on your 40000 followers Q/A post in the last hour. Cheers from Michael.

[@DylansTravelReports]

Ah yes, I love the bouncy Bakerloo Line stock. Best part is, it should be around for another 10 years or so yet 😁

[@1977fisher]

Thanks for sharing the video, I was brought up in London as a young child I so remember the smells ,and sounds of this old rolling stock, and like someone said on here previously the long grab Handles - and also wooden floors and big bulbs for lighting!

[@MissouriMatt54]

Wow, thank you for the video 1. I didn’t know subway cars were used for commuter trains. 2. Look at those wooden window frames. That is amazing.

[@T8Hants]

You forgot to mention the tube stock is actually older than 2mt Ivatts steam locos on the Havenstreet heritage line. Its been sad watching the slow deterioration of the service over the years. I remember watching the trials of the tube stock when they ran up down the line for the first time, so exciting and 'modern' compared to steam. I hope the Epping line can preserve a couple of coaches.

[@louislegrand2865]

Thanks, Dylan! If I expected this !!! A train dating from 1938, you realize. I can't believe it myself. What a fantastic experience you must have had, a real treat for a train enthusiast like me or you or the other fans. I love it, real memories in your head !!! What beautiful stations, what a beautiful route, what a beautiful train. You're right, it looks like a metro. We used to build things well before too ... even though there weren't all the modern comforts. Thanks again to you!

[@markstephenson-oliver7513]

My Mum and Dad grew up on the island and remember this route well. As they are as young as the trains it was when steam was used to get around.

[@benkirby]

great video. im going to miss the bumpy old ride and general sounds of the 38s. Can't wait for the 484 though and the network rail upgrades coming.

[@danieleregoli812]

Oh wow...all those noises...I'll never forget them...the sounds of real tubes, back when I was a child..

[@LizzyFerretOfficial]

Reminds me of the layout of the Victoria Line 1967 stock, same springy seats too 😎

[@DylansTravelReports]

Oh how I miss the old '67 stock.

[@johnmorris8984]

Lovely video with lot of subtitles. I do miss these tube trains but hopefully the new trains will be better. I visit many times for these trains steam, tube trains and not yet on new trains.

[@Nathan-yh8ou]

I'm glad you enjoyed your ride on our historical trains! We recently got confirmation that the trains are to be replaced with a more modern look, which is something most people on this Island are excited about.

[@DylansTravelReports]

While it's a shame for those of us who take these trains once in a blue moon, the new trains will undoubtedly provide a much better service to those who use it regularly.

[@mirandamom1346]

Thank you for filming this before the old stock is retired!

[@sandrap.6530]

Love the vintage seating & wood window frames & old train sounds. What fun travelling back in time.

[@frglee]

Creak, groan, clatter, squeak, rattle, thump, bounce, sway, clunk, tick, thump, wheeze - a delight for the senses!

[@KempSimon]

Only if you're a Masochist.

[@fenackerpan]

Clackety Clack....flash/bang/wallop....wonderful report!

[@AtheistOrphan]

In 1986 I took a journey on this line documenting the last days of the even-older LT ‘Standard Stock’ which dated from the 1920’s. It was a really bone-shaking ride!

[@lesliedellow1533]

I am old enough to remember steam trains on Ryde Pier.

[@briangentle5515]

Yes, and in those days there was an electric tram which ran just from the pier head to the esplanade for those passengers who were not going further than Ryde on the train.

[@lyndoncmp5751]

Lazy buggers.

[@charlesbaran1106]

Dylan, you find quite a variety of trains to ride and entertain us with! The rolling stock and the line itself are anachronistic. How amusing that the single platform in Shanklin is marked as Track 1, as if there could be any confusion. You were wise to show travel in this direction, as the ride on the pier was a great conclusion. In three years, when I'm 64, maybe I'll rent a cottage on the Isle of Wight, if it's not too dear. Thanks again.

[@DylansTravelReports]

I think it's because there maybe used to be a platform 2 at this station. Not too sire though.

[@AtheistOrphan]

Dylan's Travel Reports - I remember trains operating into platform 2 at Shanklin well into the 1980’s.

[@robbicu]

Thanks Dylan! This was a super awesome video that I've been waiting for. Someday, I'll travel to Britain, maybe we can review a Heritage line.

[@morgaj21]

Your journeys couldn't be more varied or cover such a wide variety of styles and technologies. Very enjoyable.

[@liberator1976]

Your knowledge about trains is amazing. Going with you on them must be a pleasure for those thst may ever join you

[@DylansTravelReports]

Thanks!

[@terryansell6641]

I used to live on the Isle Of Wight for many years it’s a pity the line to Ventnor was closed many years ago

[@blisswest]

I live in Lake on the Island and It was nice seeing this. I'm surprised that how you can now connect and change over to our Steam Train in Brading was not mentioned. . We have been told we could get some new trains soon. New. . Don't think so. . lol. . There was no Train Station in Lake when I was younger. This Train track from Shanklin to Ryde Pier Head Is the only bit left as the trains did run all over the Island Many Many Many Years ago. " Before My time ".

[@stephenstokes4531]

The change over to the steam railway is at Smallbrook junction not Brading

[@kepc9083]

What a pretty, scenic ride, and on such a lovely day! I loved the old train’s click-clacking, rattling, squeaky progress, the charm of its wood trim, and yes-those updated seat cushions looked very plush. Thanks, Dylan! 🌻

[@ameliashephard2876]

Not very comfortable for twice daily commute if you use them daily, but a fun and bouncy short ride for the tourists during the summer. Beautiful countryside! Sadly these trains have been allowed to degrade externally in the last ten years meaning water getting in the roof and window, but being about 80 years old they've survived remarkably and has had a long history. Shame their upkeep has been laxing. Winter weather and exposure doesnt help when considering these were built for the London Underground. The new stock from the late 1970s era will be a refreshing change and something fun!

[@laszlokaestner5766]

The upholstery is Network SouthEast vintage from when they were originally moved to the island via Eastleigh Works for overhaul including modifications to the motors and third rail pickup to match the Island Line system.

[@tinkermccardle7393]

Thanks for the ride!

[@garrymartin6474]

That brought back many pleasant memories, I hope i get the chance for one last ride before they are withdrawn. The railway will be closed for at least 3 months for engineering work prior to the new trains starting work.

[@user-ky6vw5up9m]

The key innovation with these trains is that much of the trains equipment is under the seats - not slung underneath the floor plate,

[@jaimeo.2782]

Nice! :D I hope I can travel to UK soon.

[@thomasknight1190]

A great ride the only time I went on the train on the Isle of Wight was in the early 60s and that was a steam train was going on holiday to the grand hotel Sandown Isle of Wight which no longer exists brings back so many memories I would love to go back there but with the old knees with arthritis and at the age of 76 I don’t think I will be

[@maureendesquitado3606]

Hi Dylan I enjoyed the video!!! I especially like the ocean view!!! See you this Friday!!! ☆☆☆

[@DylansTravelReports]

Glad you enjoyed 😁

[@sskinblade]

can't wait till we get the new trains and the old ones are gone for good

[@christinefellowes408]

We travelled on this to Ryde and back on Friday great day out.

[@insano0077]

I went on this just over a year ago, one thing on my bucket list ticked off, thanks for the memories 😃

[@golledgestravels326]

You missed showing the stop at Brading with the signal box and heritage centre together with the stop at Smallbrook Junction that links to the IoW steam railway. Also, the line used to run as far as Ventnor until 1966. There is lot of history to the line that make it worth traversing. The stretch between Ryde and Barding is like a ride at Alton tours as the train bounces along at 45mph.

[@narayanmontreal4320]

Thank you for this video and for all informations. Very nice video