British Rail in the 1980s | Worcestershire Trains at Speed (1987) | Class 47, 50, 37 & HST скачать в хорошем качестве

British Rail in the 1980s | Worcestershire Trains at Speed (1987) | Class 47, 50, 37 & HST

British Rail in the 1980s comes to life in this rare 1987 footage from Worcestershire, featuring Class 47, 50, 37 and HST trains at speed. Filmed across iconic locations including Barnt Green and the Lickey Incline, this video captures classic diesel action in the spring of 1987. What makes this footage especially unique is its personal perspective: the cameraman is learning to use his video camera, experimenting with tracking and timing as powerful trains pass at speed. The result is an authentic and atmospheric glimpse into early railway filming—where every shot captures both the excitement of the trains and the challenge of keeping up with them. 📍 Filming locations include: North of Ashchurch (within the Worcestershire boundary) Norton Junction Near Spetchley Barnt Green The legendary Lickey Incline 🚆 Featured trains and traction: Class 47 diesel locomotives hauling passenger services Class 50s working through the region InterCity High Speed Train (HST) at speed A standout closing sequence: a Class 37 battling the gradient of the Lickey Incline with a passenger train From open countryside to one of Britain’s steepest mainline gradients, this video captures a snapshot of everyday railway life in the late 1980s—an era now gone, but fondly remembered by enthusiasts. Whether you’re interested in British Rail history, vintage diesel trains, or classic UK railway locations, this footage offers a genuine look back at a defining period of rail travel. 👍 Enjoyed the video? Like, comment, and subscribe for more classic railway footage from across the UK. #BritishRail #Class47 #Trainspotting #DieselTrains #Class50 #1980s