Trains on Dawlish sea wall Summer 2023

A general overview of rail operations on the Sea Wall at Dawlish and nearby sites in South Devon in the Summer of 2023.

[@davedear929]

That's what i call trainspotting. What a selection.. brilliant. Thank you.

[@donniblanco5239]

Awesome Selection 🙌🏻✨

[@tanachaisomprakon5011]

its unbelievable having spent millions on the fantastic upgrade to the sea wall that network rail could not give the old bridge a lick of paint .

[@andybyrne50]

I know they are repainting the station next year, so hopefully the bridge will get done too

[@bombadilian]

There'll always be people who'll complain about something, eh?

[@ruairievans]

​@@bombadiliannot to mention his incorrect use of grammar.

[@keithewins992]

The viaduct was shot blasted and repainted a few years ago with a paint which was surprised to protect it from rust forupto

[@keithewins992]

I will attempt to Finnish my statement above:- The last paint job was supposed to last 25 years but the elements have proved to have won that battle. A replacement is on the cards but the state the network rail funds are in sees that job put back and there appears to be no chance of anything being done in the foreseeable future.

[@johnbristow8099]

A very enjoyable video.

[@keithewins992]

Many thanks!

[@physiocrat7143]

The Hitachi trains have finally ruined the experience of travelling along this scenic route.

[@ruairievans]

How?

[@physiocrat7143]

@@ruairievans Just compare the Hitachi trains with BR Mark 1 stock running on B4 bogies. Large picture windows with a low sill. A good and unobstructed view out of the train from every seat The windows can be opened Comfortable seats with proper cushions Spacious interior with good legroom Smooth and steady ride Pleasant ambience with timber panels and warm lighting, not over-bright Individual reading lamps You can easily check this for yourself as there is plenty of mark 1 stock running on preserved railways. There is no comparison.