Tyseley to Oxford - 5043 - Sat 4th October 2014

Hi Guys

Looking to get a good video of 5043 going up sapperton bank. can someone please help with good locations along the route past Brimscombe?

thanks

 

I am on this train looking forward to a trip with 5043, just hope that Ray Churchill will be driving.

 

I'm on it too. Fair chance it's Ray I would think.

 

Will most likely be, Churchill on the Outward, And, Ray Poole on the return.

 

The classic over the viaduct at Frampton Mansell shot has been gone for many years. I don't know the lower part very well, but higher up, Sapperton unfortunately is getting VERY overgrown again after clearance work near the summit about 5 years ago. Went there in June for 345 and tried for the foot crossing near the tunnel. The best view from the south side from the top of the cutting is now gone. You can walk about 100 yards through the woods and get a good view across the scrubby field, but beware - the landowner is extremely anti and turfed everyone out when I went there for Braunton in May. You can still get a shot from the treeline on the other side of his fence though. For video, the shot from the top of the tunnel is popular, but I haven't been up there for a long time so can't comment on the state of the vegetation.

 

If anyone is looking for their tickets on this one, we are awaiting a final confirmation from NetRail before we can send them out....they will go out via 1st Class post as soon as we get the nod.

Regards, Ben VT

 

The growth above the tunnel, is getting out of hand. Though, Winter months, is the best time to go above the tunnel. Clearest shot's to be had, are from the three crossings. Some recent videos below, to give you a idea.

 

Timings now online:

http://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/train/U50508/2014/10/04/advanced
http://www.realtimetrains.co.uk/train/U50509/2014/10/04/advanced

Should be a good day!

Peter on a sunny Manchester morning
http://pjhtransportpix.zenfolio.com/

 

Note that the timing of the route between Gloucester and Swindon
is now quicker due to the section being double track. <BJ>
Gloucester Yard Jn dep 10:00
Standish Jn 10:09
St. Mary's Level Crossing 10:19
Kemble pass 10:28
Swindon pass 10:44

 

Yes, no waiting around at Kemble for the single line anymore, so chasing from Sapperton to the GWML east of Swindon will no longer be possible

 

If you haven't got seats on this trip, but want some, give VT a ring. I received an e-mail from them this afternoon:

"Due to a last minute cancellation, we now have some last-minute seats available in Premier Dining and Standard Class on the Cotswold Explorer this weekend. Please telephone the Vintage Trains Booking Office on 0121-708-4960."

 

Looks a bit wet and miserable for the climb up to Sapperton but no doubt 5043 will be as sure-footed as usual, leaves on track, dampness etc notwithstanding. A better afternoon weather-wise seems to be on the cards.

 

Typical, isn't it after weeks of generally dry weather!

 

Yes. But no fire risk worries! I hope.................

 

Yes, tell me about it, I tried to beat it between Sapperton and Radlet last time out and failed by about 10 minutes.

 

Always a tough job, to keep up with the mighty Earl. Will try for three shot's tomorrow.

 

Caught in the pouring rain at Hampton Lane Crossing, just after St Mary's.

 

Great picture, ive filmed there once before with the King, in October 2000, I remember it well as just left home seeing England on tv lose at the old Wembley vs the germans

 

My effort in the pouring rain at Sapperton, enjoy

 

Nice work Eggbert. Here's mine from a little lower down by the foot crossing. Apologies for less than perfect footage and poor sound quality due to the conditions. Another master class from The Earl and Ray - thanks to all involved.