Main line steam moves through Northampton have been in no short supply of late, particularly with the lesser spotted engine and coach moves between London and the north. Both Saphos Trains and West Coast Railways work regular jobs out of Southall depot and this requires the movement of engines and coaching stock from both Crewe and Carnforth respectively. Today it was the turn of 1946-built Bulleid pacific No34046 "Braunton" to head homeward to Crewe after a few weeks working in and around the big smoke. It was a crisp and wintry Valentines day today, with the sun shining down from a blue sky. Therefore, with the move passing by around lunchtime, I decided to do a going away shot which was also away from the sun, preventing any glare. "Braunton" slipped casually by, throwing white steam over her shoulder. All she had in tow was her support coach. Always nice to see her and no doubt we will again soon...
Cheers all and thanks for reading as always. Until next time...
Please note that the above image was taken from land outside of the NR boundary fence.
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