60532 "Blue Peter" performs loaded test runs | Severn Valley Railway 26/03/2024

[@BR69843]

For all those who are going to ask about the chime whistle, it is an ex-New Zealand Government Railways chime whistle that the locomotive has carried since the 1970s overhaul at Doncaster. Originally carried vertically above the right hand side deflector and very prominent in photos whilst as '532', it was then placed behind the right hand side deflector when overhauled by the North Eastern Locomotive Preservation Group, similar to where the chime whistle on 60163 Tornado was later placed when it was built, and is now currently horizontally mounted just above the same deflector.

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

Thanks very much for the information!

[@bobingram6912]

Good info, always like a loco with a whistle in a "non standard" position👍👍👍

[@angustrains2305]

To me, it sounds more like a nswgr australia steam locomotive whistle than an NZR locomotive whistle. like the c38 whistles. That's just my opinion, though

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

@angustrains2305 Both are correct. It is a NZ 5-tone chime. In this overhaul, it's been temporarily tuned to replicate NSWGR C38 Class - 3801, as stated in the video description

[@angustrains2305]

Okay thanks i didn't see that. But why did they choose to temporarily tune it to a nswgr locomotive

[@trainsacrossthenorth]

Great to see 60532 Back in Action! I can wait for her Mainline Return! Great shots 😉

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

Thanks

[@bobnweaver]

Superb coverage of the test runs, very enjoyable viewing.

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

Thank you, the kind words are greatly appreciated

[@iankemp1131]

Great to see Blue Peter back in action after so many years.

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

Certainly was a sight for sore eyes

[@JRussellProductions]

Well. Dome to you blokes over in the U.K. For getting 60532 'Blue Peter' running again. And absolutely love the Chime whistle it's using. That whistle sounds identical NSWGR C38 class loco 3801 here in Australia. I recognise that fine tone to it. Music to my ears.😙🎵

[@MrP4n]

The whistle is from 38 class loco 3811

[@SouthernRailSpotter]

I’ll be honest, A2s don’t look bad in blue. Whistle sounds slightly unhealthy though. Great video my friend!

[@jayyy3_yt295]

Compared to when it sounded amazingly loud in the 90’s

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

It does suit the blue well. During the overhaul, the whistle has been tuned to produce a slightly different sound than before. Thank you very much

[@jayyy3_yt295]

@@TheSouthernerYTChannel Yes it does sound deeper but it actually does sound worn out like it needs work done ..

[@SouthernRailSpotter]

@@TheSouthernerYTChannel No problem!

[@thebrummierailenthusiasts5329]

I saw her 6 days ago whilst I was here and this is the first for me to see her and the Severn valley is new for this loco she’s never been on the Severn valley railway at all

[@crompton33022]

Thanks, you capturing some great action. I also enjoyed the class 46 departure.

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

Thanks very much

[@geordieceltic2]

Great location footage , thank you for sharing. Blue Peter has always been a majestic loco , but in the BR experimental blue, it is just pure magic.

[@stestepney]

Great video and great to see her back again

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

Thank you

[@colinb50]

Lovely this locomotive 👍👌

[@steamtothewest-trecanrail]

Fantastic stuff. I’m looking forward to a Summer seeing BP on the Kingswear tours with the Mayflower.

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

Thanks very much. No doubt in seeing you down there this year.

[@SunshineArsenal]

Such a amazing year so far for preserved steam & new builds with (here’s only a few I’ve seen) BP back in service The bluebell’s Atlantic nearly ready the GWR grange near ready BUZZING isn’t the word🎉 Also I’m sure there will be a gathering of an A1 A2 A3 & A4 at some point soon?

[@bobingram6912]

Great sounds (even the 46!!) It's so good to see these "forgtten" locos re-emerging into preservation, but she's a bit blue😂😂😂😂 but love the tweaked chime. What I love with your vids is your ability to make even a trackside weed interesting👍👍👍👍

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

Thanks very much, Bob! The microphone doesn't do the chime justice. It echoed through the valley, a long time before BP ever came into view. All the weeds and other lineside niches do well for framing the surroundings

[@elijahglasser1421]

Very magnificent blue train

[@Pjs75]

Another stunning collection of angles, sights & sounds. Your productions add value - let alone the comments and connections. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

Thanks very much for the kind words, it's greatly appreciated

[@AndreiTupolev]

First time I've seen 60532 at speed (relatively speaking) in this manifestation. Six Mk 3s + a Mk 1 hardly make it break sweat 😓. Nice show from the Peak too! 🤠

[@conceyullena]

Beatiuful video, greetings 🚂👍🙋‍♂️

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

Thank you

[@kineticrail]

Nice to see blue peter back. I wonder if the bbc tv program will do a piece on its return they always used to feature the loco mainly on its returns to service

[@donniblanco5239]

Crystal Clear Pics and Sound - Absolute Quality 👌🏻

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

Thank you

[@GreatBritishRailways1]

Nicely captured. Regards, John

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

Thank you

[@SimonTog]

Super video :)

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

Thank you

[@acersalman8258]

Beautiful ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@SharposWorld]

Great action shots there, makes my filming at Kidderminster look very tame in comparison.

[@SARailways621]

Finally a UK steam locomotive with a proper sounding whistle! Now to get to work on those diesel horns😬😅

[@warrentravis8640]

Blue Peter’s whistle sounds very much like a New South Wales 38 class in Australia.

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

It is a NZ 5-tone chime. In this overhaul, it's been temporarily tuned to replicate NSWGR C38 Class - 3801.

[@warrentravis8640]

@@TheSouthernerYTChannel It sounds amazing and nothing like I have ever heard before on a British steam locomotive. It’s wonderful to see Blue Peter back on track again.

[@trainman7084]

what kind of whistle does she have? it's almost reminiscent of NSWGR whistles like the ones on the 38 class lol

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

Believe it is a South African Railways three tone chime. Correction, see BR69843's comment. Information now added to the description.

[@trainman7084]

@@TheSouthernerYTChannel interesting, thanks

[@JacobDreamWorks921]

It sounds like the NZR whistle from class A4 Dominion Of New Zealand

[@jayyy3_yt295]

That’s because they are both NZR 5 chimes but who has ever heard the sound of Dominion of New Zealand’s ??

[@PutraWaras]

🏭🏭🏭🏭👍👍👍👍

[@LauncestonCastle]

How long will Blue Peter be at the SVR?

[@TheSouthernerYTChannel]

It's scheduled to be on display at Kidderminster during their 'Spring Steam Gala', so it's unlikely to leave before then.

[@LauncestonCastle]

@@TheSouthernerYTChannel Cheers.