The day of the 'Fifteen Guinea Special' recreation was characterised by brilliant sunshine interspersed with (as here) heavy, threatening rainclouds. Having taken water at Hellifield, 'Oliver Crom... (more)

The legendary Fifteen Guinea Special taken precisely 40 years ago today, saw the final enthusiasts specials on British Railways, previously unseen images, I hope you will enjoy.

40 years ago today, the curtain came down on British Railways steam operation. The finale took place on the famed Settle & Carlisle route. I'm posting several previously unseen images taken on th... (more)