Tunstead to Bedford

An epic journey from the hills of Derbyshire to Bedford but this time we go via Corby and the wonderful Harringworth Viaduct. We consider the effort taken to start a loaded train on a steep gradient and have more discussion on signalling and junction indicators. There is a little clip at the end of a 4300 tonne “Jumbo Train”.

[@stephenrice4554]

Lovely , scenery, historical buildings , hysterical rabbits , clear explanations , ran out of tea and there was no buffet car . 👍🇬🇧

[@doncoffey5820]

It’s a big problem with freight - no buffet!

[@stephenfowles9541]

What I find astonishing, is that with so little actual contact area between the wheels and the rail, that enough traction can be produced to move 1830 tonnes at all!

[@doncoffey5820]

Amazing isn’t it Stephen but without that tiny contact area, it wouldn’t work at all.

[@peterwilliams8122]

One word describes this video “ brilliant “ thank you Don.

[@doncoffey5820]

I’m flattered Peter, much appreciated 👍

[@itsjustspecial3231]

Second time watched. Enjoyed every minute, again. Thanks.

[@doncoffey5820]

Much appreciated 👍

[@rodneygowland2562]

As a structural engineer I really appreciate engineering information that is sprinkled throughout your videos. In particular you made comment on the Seaton viaduct which has suffered some movement over its lifetime. When you get a spare minute can you please explain the purpose of a checkerboard sign comprising of 2 red squares and 2 white square at the entrance to tunnels and over bridges. (Not all tunnels). Keep up the work of promoting the great transport legacy started in the 1840's. Best regards Rodney from Launceston Tasmania.

[@doncoffey5820]

Hi Rodney. If you could see clearly enough, you see the words “Warning - Limited Clearance” on those signs. The rule book gives a minimum position of safety of 4ft (1.2m) up to 100mph and 6ft 6ins (2m) over 100mph. The sign tells track workers that there is no position of safety for the length of the indicated structure. In that case they have to find an alternative route or arrange cover from the signaller. There is a similar one that is blue and has the words “Warning - No Refuges”. That tells track workers there are no refuges for the length of the adjacent structure but there is on the opposite line. This is an old rule book module but most of it is current. seaton-rail.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/RS521-Iss-6.pdf

[@railfreightdrivergallagherGBRf]

This is where none knowledgeable people think the 66's struggle to start. They don't, they do exactly as explained at the start of this video. I drive them daily and although I prefer older British traction(as the 66's are extremely noisy inside) they are very capable machines that are thrashed to a millimetre of their life,daily. Superb video as always.

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks, much appreciated. I added the footage and the soundtrack on starting to emphasise what a fantastic achievement it is for a lone loco. They used to start the hoppers out of Peak Forest with 2 37s on the front and one pushing! Keep it the good work 👍

[@gazk9424]

Loved the 'Oakham Box (1:1) scale' caption.

[@doncoffey5820]

I tell people I play trains 1:1 scale when I’m working. They don’t always get it! 👍

[@jimmyhillschin9987]

Your videos are great Don. I especially love the little nods to things going on around outside the train, like a father and daughter waving at the driver, people swimming in a river and a rabbit rooting around by the side of the track.

[@doncoffey5820]

I’m glad you appreciate it. I try to keep it light hearted and interesting 👍

[@bjornlillpers498]

Excellent video, all the comments and information keeps it from ever getting boring. I watched half of it yesterday and the rest today. It's so nice to see the familiar sight of the class 66, we have the same locomotives here in Sweden, but we mostly operate them in very different conditions, their primary use being hauling heavy lumber trains from loading facilities in the interior of the country to either saw mills or ports for export. These are often steep, mountaineous lines in very remote places. With a loaded train we are often struggeling along at 15-20 mph for miles. You do not want to run out of sand in winter or leaf fall season!

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Björn. I recently watched a very good video by Rory MacVeigh which showed those 66s of yours, they certainly are well received being simple and reliable if somewhat inhospitable for the driver.

[@johngraver2828]

Fantastic, just fantastic . . . . .I watched enthralled without a break . . . . . .it seemed like just an hour . . .. Thank you.

[@doncoffey5820]

Full marks for stamina and tenacity John. I trust you had drinks and snacks at hand 👍😉

[@donnagray9579]

That was a perfect day for a train ride!

[@lesliebradshaw1408]

As always many thanks to all involved very much appreciated

[@doncoffey5820]

Vinny and the guys at Freightliner will see your comments Leslie 👍

[@donnagray9579]

I took 4 days to watch this. What great value!👍👍

[@PDUCKELS]

Another great video Don, thank you to all involved in making it, very interesting.

[@doncoffey5820]

Vinny will see your comment 👍

[@armouredarchives8867]

love these vids, resparked my childhood love of trains

[@doncoffey5820]

Good, it’s an escape to take our minds away from other things 👍

[@timw6928]

I never have enough time to watch a full video, but I keep coming back to watch where I left off, fantastic weather after your heat wave and yet another brilliant video love it.

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Tim. Treat it like a new season of 24 😉😂

[@shamus2503]

Thanks Don for another great video, always appreciated!!!

[@doncoffey5820]

Cheers Shaun 👍

[@steveclarke5796]

Thoroughly enjoyable. Thanks for posting, Don.

[@doncoffey5820]

Much appreciated Steve 👍

[@ianplowman2808]

Thanks Don and team, excellent as always

[@doncoffey5820]

Much appreciated Ian 👍

[@983gabriel]

Excellent video, thanks Don for so much dedication

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Gabriel, much appreciated 👍

[@philipalldred333]

Thanks Don very informative as usual, its always nice to learn a wee bit more about this green and pleasant land of ours.

[@doncoffey5820]

Good to see you Phil. Hope you are OK. 👍

[@rycarse]

Excellent production as always, Don. The informative commentary is much appreciated. Greetings from Canada! -- Chris

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks for following Chris. Take care over there 👍

[@mattm6720]

Epic journey. Gives me something to watch for the rest of the week. Thanks

[@doncoffey5820]

More instalments coming soon 👍

[@duainesimpson274]

Really enjoyed that sound track at the beginning! Great work 😃

[@doncoffey5820]

Something a bit different Duaine 😉👍

[@jansmith574]

thnaks very much foor this wonderful journey through the beautiful landscapes of England.

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you enjoyed it Jan.

[@arob802]

Great Insight into Railfreight operations. Amazing skills and concentration levels from the drivers . Thanks for the video

[@doncoffey5820]

Much appreciated 👍

[@paulwhite9460]

One of your best videos Don, many thanks to all involved.

[@doncoffey5820]

I must be getting better Paul 😉👍. I think Vinny will see your comment and my mate who gave permission at Freightliner is too modest to take any recognition. Really nice guys.

[@doncoffey5820]

I must be getting better Paul 😉👍. I think Vinny will see your comment and my mate who gave permission at Freightliner is too modest to take any recognition. Really nice guys.

[@rolandharmer6402]

Superb, Brilliant! Beautiful pictures and excellent commentary. Many thanks Don.

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you liked it Roland. Next one soon.

[@alftupper1817]

Your video of this epic journey is quite superb. The tunnels of the Peak District and then the magnificent Welland Viaduct being my favourite parts. Lots of most helpful information throughout and an excellent camera. Thank you very much.

[@doncoffey5820]

They take ages to put together Alf and it’s so pleasing to receive a comment like this. Much Appreciated.

[@johnwhitehouse9885]

Thank you Sir. Great video Enjoyed 4 hours well worth watching great commentary and information. Thank you again

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks John, that’s what I was hoping to achieve so it’s very satisfying to hear the feedback 👍

[@markparry63]

Love the route through the quarries. Absolutely beautiful in summer despite all the industry and I think the old platelayers huts made of local stone are fantastic. Almost look preserved.

[@doncoffey5820]

Totally agree Mark. Those huts and little artefacts like them are priceless.

[@peterdean8009]

Thanks once again, Don. This brought back memories of the 1960s when I was travelling from St Pancras to Sheffield, and diverted via Oakham. The blast furnaces of the Corby steelworks came as quite a shock in an otherwise rural location.

[@doncoffey5820]

It does seem an odd place for it but I suppose it’s down to raw materials and very much down to the railway.

[@mikepeirson1150]

Great video Don as usual, and what a beautiful part of our country.

[@doncoffey5820]

Nice isn’t it Mike 👍

[@TheDutchman92000]

Another excellent video, thank you Don, great views.

[@doncoffey5820]

Much appreciated David.

[@andrewphillips9391]

Another fascinating video Mr Coffey

[@christopherbrown4041]

The Best One Yet Don, Well Done & Thanks

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you liked it Christopher 👍

[@peterbrackenbury]

Thanks to all concerned for another great video. With the number of trains and the amount of stone removed from the quarries there can't be much of Derbyshire left now! Thanks again Don.

[@doncoffey5820]

It rumbles past my bedroom window 24/7 Peter. If you look at the quarries around Buxton you’ll see that they are going down as well as out.

[@terryashton3541]

Once again thanks Don with this tremendous video, I love them and the longer the better and there's one more thing about freight trains, you tend to see much more detail than when watching a drivers eye view of passenger trains, I remember we (my wife and I) travelled on the Scotch Pullman from London to Edinburgh a few years ago and my wife couldn't believe how fast they travelled in relation to trains in Australia, plus the fact she didn't get much chance to see the British countryside.

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Terry. I often feel slightly guilty about the view I get out of the front even at 100 mph, it can’t be beaten and that’s one incentive for me sharing these videos. I know I would have liked it before I came to the railway. I’m really explaining what I would be if you were sat alongside me in the cab.

[@davidbarrett1487]

Thanks Don, another great journey. 👍👍👍

[@doncoffey5820]

Much appreciated David 👍

[@johnmorgan6176]

Thanks Don for another excellent video. Loved the NR bunny as well!!

[@doncoffey5820]

I believe as a direct result of our video, the bunny has been re trained regarding not wearing his HVV. 😉👍

[@winders128]

Excellent as always. Thanks Don. Lovely views of the limestone hills. Great inspiration for the 00 layout I'm just starting.

[@doncoffey5820]

Good luck with the railway David 👍

[@brianknowles7130]

Yet anther great vid. Thanks to you & the driver and all concerned - appreciated. Please lets have more. thks

[@doncoffey5820]

Plenty more to come Brian. Not enough hours in the day!

[@chrishoward8679]

Great news - looking forwards

[@doncoffey5820]

Cheers Chris.

[@EM-yk1dw]

Lovely film again Don, many thanks.

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks as always EM 👍

[@simonballard6413]

Fabulous amount of tunnels!! Great video.

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you liked it Simon 👍

[@thomastowers3178]

great video as always very educational

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Thomas, much appreciated 👍

[@Al.Buterol]

Great video with excellent commentary.

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Michael 👍

[@HSTPaul]

Another great cab ride Don, nice job to everyone who made the video possible.

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Paul. These wouldn’t be possible without Vinny and the Operations Director at Freightliner who support the fundraising.

[@ramonwilliams5721]

Hi Don, televisions rubbish so watched your video for second time,Seasons greetings to you and Yours

[@doncoffey5820]

Oh ek! What’s going to happen if something good is on TV! Just kidding, I’m glad you like them Ramon 👍

[@Martin_Adams184]

Excellent film, Don; and among your best. The rolling captions and the on-screen indicators in yellow are impeccably chosen. Excellent explanations of signalling and other things connected with operations. As another commentator says, there's not a boring moment. The detail counts -- the bee, the pigeons, the people swimming, the name of the stations' architect, how the driver starts a heavy train on a gradient, the inset still photos. One of the things that has always interested me about the Midland Main Line is the way in which the (originally) goods and passenger pairs of lines often separate; and even if they are next to one another, they are often on different levels. As you say, much of it to ease gradients for loaded trains heading south. Thank you!

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks for the detailed feedback Martin. I try to add things I would have asked about before I joined the railway. It’s a way of inviting you to ride along and I think you don’t have to be a railway buff for any guided tour. 😉👍

[@Adullamite]

Great show! Enjoyed that, though not at one sitting, learned a lot from the info, enjoyed the viaduct and the views. Long trip for the driver.

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you liked it 👍Thanks as always for the comment.

[@valfaulkner648]

Hi Don! enjoyed that journey as usual! but I did keep nodding off to sleep with that lovely engine! I did manage to see that beautiful scenery. Take care see you next time!

[@doncoffey5820]

Haha, it’s a long video Val. You did well to do it in one.

[@pauladams723]

Love the video Don, really enjoy the old Midland lines - terrific work mate!!

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Paul, much appreciated.

[@adrianhutchings3377]

Thanks Don. Another delightful amble through the English countryside, much of which is so beautiful it's almost painful.

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you appreciate it Adrian. I’ve got a shorter journey over the Pennines and back coming soon and it’s worth watching just for the scenery.

[@robertcoleman4861]

Beautiful pictures many thanks don cheers bob.👍👍👍👍👏👏💯😁😇

[@doncoffey5820]

I can’t take all the credit Bob, Vinny recorded the footage but we both appreciate the feedback 👍

[@micky4921]

Yet again, excellent.

[@doncoffey5820]

And yet again, thanks Mick, much appreciated 👍

[@jug6760]

absolutely brilliant, many thanks

[@doncoffey5820]

Thank you 👍

[@AJ-yw5zy]

Thanks for all your efforts again Don, going to be a good one across the Welland Valley.

[@doncoffey5820]

Hope it lived up to your expectations AJ 👍

[@paulprescott7913]

Fabulous vid Don thank you.

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Paul, much appreciated 👍

[@Melalmighty]

Another great video Don .Thanks for this.I like these freight ones see lines we dont normally see. Was good to see how to start off on an incline.

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you liked it Mel 👍

[@HenrysAdventures]

Another brilliant cab ride!

[@doncoffey5820]

Good to see you Henry. Have a great 2023 mate.

[@AndrewG1989]

Quite enjoyed watching most of the video even know I was bit busy. Amazing footage. 😊

[@doncoffey5820]

Much appreciated Andrew.

[@michaelritchie5303]

Just leaving Edale station....ah, the Hope Valley. Just a beautiful view. I just read your comments on the line improvements upcoming in these parts. No mention of quadrupling the line or electrifying it. While that might be necessary some day due to high volume of rail traffic, I'm glad that this line is a double track, diesel only for now as to not distract from the surroundings. Railways travelling through relatively unsullied countryside are the major source of attraction for me. Great video so far and I'm only 40 minutes in.

[@doncoffey5820]

I guess you’ve completed the whole journey by now Michael. It’s a nice mix of old and new in that video. As you say, the Hope Valley is spectacular in any weather.

[@Johnny16781]

Thank you Don Another great One Looking forward to the next one

[@doncoffey5820]

Next Wednesday the 5th Johnny 👍

[@paulprescott7913]

Thanks Don i watched this in 5 sessions. The countryside views are awesome.

[@doncoffey5820]

Aye Paul, it was epic but I didn’t want to break it up. The countryside in that weather was spectacular.

[@estar9d749]

Thanks for another brilliant video Don - interesting to see the route via Corby, which is a new one for me. The two different perspectives of crossing the Harringworth Viaduct brought it home to me how little we (as drivers) appreciate the impact these structures have on the surrounding landscape, unless you've been there on foot and seen them from below. These videos must be aspirational to the next generation of would-be drivers, but remember - you might have to do the exact same run on a December night in freezing fog, having struggled to sleep all day due to noisy neighbours! Not trying to put anybody off - if you think it's for you, go for it!

[@doncoffey5820]

I’ve got a feeling I might know you! We pass over Golcar Viaduct on our way to Huddersfield which is nothing more than a pair of stone parapets from track level but a work of art when viewed below so I know where you’re coming from. I could retire now if I wanted but I put up with early starts and very late finishes because I enjoy it. I used to interview drivers and in part I told them about the benefits. I also used to stress that we don’t recognise bank holidays, we don’t jib in bad weather and on hot summer afternoons when the family was having a barbecue, we might be putting our uniform on.

[@andrewholloway231]

Thank you Don and, of course, to everyone involved. I enjoyed this. The Harringworth Viaduct is spectacular, up there with Ribblehead on the S & C. Enjoyed the sound of the EMD710 engine. Nice to see some of the old stations intact.

[@doncoffey5820]

There was quite a lot in that 4 hour video wasn’t there. Glad you liked Andrew 👍

[@WalterKuhn-pb2rd]

as a ver, very great Video with many Information, Thanks, Thanks

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you enjoyed it Walter 👍

[@williamdodds1394]

Good trip Don my favourite tunnels Corby seaton Cowburn Great long journey.

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you liked it William 👍

[@wirksworthsrailway]

Don, another cracking video. I've 'dipped-in' for now but I shall settle down tomorrow and watch it properly. Bravo!

[@doncoffey5820]

Hopefully you’ve covered it all by now Neil. Thanks for following 👍

[@hibernia91]

Thanks for the footage Don. Really enjoyed this one. You guys in the UK are blessed with a variety of goods traffic. I'm from Ireland. All we have left on our freight scene is intermodal, Lead/Zinc and timber.

[@doncoffey5820]

And a healthy dose of hospitality. Love Ireland Daniel 👍

[@bobmoorcroft8447]

Thanks Don for yet another superb video and the accompanying information and explanations. One thing that was particularly interesting was your comment about the driver needing to be sure that he was being routed along the correct route at junctions. I had always assumed that this was totally the signaller's responsibility and would be intrigued to know how often errors are made. Presumably in these cases the signaller would also receive an invitation for the tea and biscuits!

[@doncoffey5820]

A lot depends on the situation Bob. The signallers don’t always get the right information so if for instance the train driver has been told he or she be will be taking a different route but the message didn’t get to the signaller, they can’t be held responsible but if the train is booked that way then something went wrong. It might also depend if driver or signaller has a record of such things. Either might end up on a “plan” where they are monitored for a period of time and of course close attention will be paid to make sure personal circumstances aren’t playing a part. That might result in being temporarily removed from duty.

[@kevinellis8869]

Another superb video, couldn't agree more about the Hope Valley scenery it's one of my favorite trips and the views from the quarries are just as good. Nice to see some unusual lines like Toton High Level, sad to see the 60s rusting away though. Hope you've still got some more routes for us.

[@doncoffey5820]

Absolutely Kevin. Vinny has furnished me with plenty more footage over different routes.

[@gerrynewnham9932]

Excellent video as usual, Don.

[@doncoffey5820]

Much appreciated Gerry 👍

[@garethmoores8456]

Cracking scenery! I feel lucky to live in buxton!

[@doncoffey5820]

You’re local to me then Gareth (Chapel) 👍

[@MrStarfishPrime]

Brilliant video Don. You make us discover the huge work behind the railroads. Also great to see the proceeds go to Samaritans. Remember I've read an heartbreaking article of Spanish train drivers and how they have to cope with suicides on rails. Most of them told they have have to face a few during their careers.

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Oscar, I’ve never had a fatality but I’ve dealt with them when I was a driver manager. It effects everybody involved from the family of the bereaved to the people dealing with it and of course the driver. How he or she deals with it depends on a number of things and of course at the heart of it, somebody took their own life. If our donation can put somebody in a better place, it’s all worthwhile.

[@SirReginaldBlomfield1234]

IMO, nice timing to post this week at a very sad time and provide a little relief to the sad images on TV. Looking forward to a relaxing Tuesday evening with a bottle of French red.

[@doncoffey5820]

Cheers Sir Reg. I agree that things seem to get worse and worse so glad this is providing an escape.

[@anmolmehta7116]

Hey Don. Its good to see one of your freight train videos. I enjoy such lengthy videos. Hope you upload another one soon. Take care.

[@doncoffey5820]

Hi Anmol, it’s good to hear from you, you are one of the regulars now 👍. I can confirm there are many more videos including freight to come.

[@jessicamorgan3073]

Thanks Don and everyone involved, I loved the hawthorns too! The 7A09 (07h12) Merehead~Acton Yard is another 'Jumbo Train', weighing in at 4 800t, and normally runs via the Westbury avoiding line.

[@doncoffey5820]

Nice one Jess. I knew they operate but didn’t know where. Take care.

[@markparry63]

These videos are fantastic. Enjoyable and informative unlike some others without subtitles provided. Ex Staff

[@doncoffey5820]

Good to hear from you. Glad you liked it 👍

[@captainjohn787]

Greetings, Don! Thanks for the upload - rekindled a bit of the past for me: I flew over this area a couple of times (USAF, F-111E out of Upper Heyford) and noted a plethora of quarries in the vicinity. Alas, we never got low enough nor had much opportunity to do any sightseeing (too busy making ourselves an inconvenience for the Soviets), so your cab ride provides a great chance to see a lot of the countryside from the ground level - very nice! Thanks again, and best to you.

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks John and thanks for keeping an eye on Putin 👍

[@DavidJones-hd1jj]

Great video - thank you. I particularly enjoyed the section from Oakham (lived there for 6 years) to Harringworth as I never managed to make it by train.

[@doncoffey5820]

It’s a fascinating stretch that I was happy to see again. Glad you liked it David 👍

[@andrewphillips9391]

Great to see the improvement at Corby. I first went there on the short-lived passenger service in the late 80s. The line had been singled and I remember the guard would not accept my East Midlands rover and I had to pay. He said the fares were set by the local council and were not integrated into BR fares. I returned the 1999 on a diverted HST and and it was 20mph all the way through Corby tunnel.

[@doncoffey5820]

Some big changes for the better Andrew. It doesn’t always work that way but it certainly did this time 👍

[@normanspirit6448]

Good tip. I bought the latest "Rail Atlas". Even in Germany it could be delivered in 2 days. Sad that the author Stuart Baker died so young. I am now enjoying the original video Lime St to Huddersfield without captions.

[@doncoffey5820]

There is another alternative which is somewhat better in my opinion which is the Platform 5 track atlas. www.amazon.co.uk/TRACKatlas-Mainland-Britain-Comprehensive-Geographic/dp/1909431265

[@SpacialKatana]

Has to be said Don, the way I drove trains in Train Simulator would've had me booked in for 'tea and biscuits' quite regularly. Just getting started on this one after arriving at Earles 😉

[@doncoffey5820]

Haha, take it easy out there 😉

[@frazerhynds]

Its amazing how much the line between manton and kettering has changed. Still amazes me that the upturned ballast wagon near Glaston tunnel is still there today !!

[@doncoffey5820]

I never saw it! I’ll have another look 👍

[@benhough1455]

Love the vids. I live in Oakley so often hear the down trains hauling themselves the gradient. Thanks for all the little knowledge bits about old stations etc. really adds to the content.

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Ben. It’s an evolution from my early days to try and add relevant info. 😉

[@donnagray9579]

It was very interesting to see that insert of the power ramping up to get the train moving through Corby.

[@doncoffey5820]

Glad you enjoyed it all Donna. Thanks for following the channel 👍

[@antiussentiment]

I just want to say how structurally attractive I find the GWR catenary..

[@doncoffey5820]

Do I detect a note of sarcasm Andrew 😉😂. I tend not to get too emotive, to coin that irritating phrase, it is what it is. They are designed for track speeds of up to 140 mph at which speeds, current pantographs won’t keep contact with the wire.

[@OliverWoodphotography]

That was an interesting trip. So good to see so much of the iconic MML the often forgotten third route to London (for me). The route looks as though it hasn't changed much since at least the 1960s which is good to see these days.

[@doncoffey5820]

Hi Olly. I suspect the number of sidings and loops will have reduced dramatically especially around the areas that had collieries. I must admit, I learned a lot from that footage.

[@brettjones5041]

great vid mate enyoyed every mile . mate

[@doncoffey5820]

Cheers Brett, much appreciated 👍

[@timamor3937]

Another great Drivers Eye View, Don, and it's great to see the Melton Line featured yet again (it's my local line as I live in Asfordby and partly grew up in Melton Mowbray). The Corby Line that is also featured here is equally impressive, and I'm glad someone has finally uploaded a good quality Drivers Eye View of it. In return for providing this excellent footage, I have some more local signalling knowledge for you. Langham Junction featured in this film is one of the few boxes left that still uses the 1-2-1 'Train Approaching' bell code before the train entering section signal is given. It only sends this code on the Up Main to Oakham due to Oakham's slotted distant OM1 (motorised) and also because of the two MCB crossings Oakham has to manage. Any trains destined to go down the Corby Line also have their own routing bell code, that being '2-2' and this stands in for the normal '2' entering section bell code. '2-2' is given from Ashwell to Langham, then Langham passes that code to Oakham, and Oakham passes it to Manton.

[@doncoffey5820]

Much appreciated Tim, I love anything to do with signalling. There are some unique bell codes at Edgeley Junction near me which aim to prevent “wrong routing”. I’m not sure what is in the large collection Vinny has passed over but I might have the return up the Corby line. Keep an eye open for announcements 👍

[@pritamkoli]

Five star coverage

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Pritam, much appreciated 👍

[@allrightdrive1537]

Awesome thankyou 👏👏👏

[@doncoffey5820]

Much appreciated 👍

[@hirisk761]

wow sounds like that 66 got a proper thrashing getting started! great video!

[@doncoffey5820]

It converts a fair amount of energy into heat Matt 👍

[@paulchapman1175]

To don coffey i enjoyed this video very much it looked like i was driving the diesel from paul chapman at London uk

[@doncoffey5820]

Thank you Paul, I’m glad you enjoyed the experience. That’s exactly why I explain what the driver is doing 👍

[@phwbooth]

Thanks, Don. I liked the former stations notes on the MML.

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks Paul. I don’t always get room for the captions but I try and fit little factoids like that in if poss.

[@jonathanparry9505]

Thanks for sharing

[@doncoffey5820]

My pleasure Jonathan 👍

[@bangladeshitrain2589]

Fantastic

[@doncoffey5820]

Thanks 👍

[@donroberts4965]

Thank you so very much.

[@doncoffey5820]

My pleasure Don, thank you too 👍