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The 1T57 "Fifteen Guinea Special", the last main-line passenger train to be
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The 1T57 "Fifteen Guinea Special", the last main-line passenger train to be
The 1T57 " Fifteen Guinea Special", the last main-line passenger train to be hauled by steam locomotive power on British Rail on 11th August 1968 before the introduction of a steam ban that started the following day.
It was a special rail tour excursion train organised for the occasion from Liverpool via Manchester to Carlisle and back, and was pulled by four different steam locomotives in turn during the four legs of the journey.
Picture shows: Picture shows: The train, headed by the Britannia Class 5 locomotive engine " Oliver Cromwell" (number 70013), makes a photo stop at Ais Gill signal box at the summit of the Settle and Carlisle Railway.
At the stop, the entire trainload of passengers decanted to join trackside enthusiasts and locals to witness the last official steam train on the second leg of its final journey.
11th August 1968
Gerry Crowther
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
England
Media ID 21345143
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This print captures a momentous event in British railway history - the final run of the iconic 1T57 "Fifteen Guinea Special" steam train. On August 11th, 1968, just before the implementation of a steam ban, this special excursion train embarked on its journey from Liverpool to Carlisle and back. The photograph showcases the magnificent Britannia Class 5 locomotive engine named "Oliver Cromwell" proudly leading the train at Ais Gill signal box on the Settle and Carlisle Railway. As the train made a stop at this scenic location, passengers eagerly disembarked to join enthusiastic spectators and locals who had gathered trackside. This historic occasion attracted crowds of people eager to witness firsthand the last official steam-powered passenger train in action. The image exudes nostalgia as it transports us back to an era when steam trains were not only a mode of transport but also symbols of progress and adventure. The black-and-white composition adds an air of timelessness to this snapshot from memory lane. It encapsulates both the excitement felt by rail enthusiasts and ordinary travelers alike during this significant moment in transportation history. From coal-fired engines billowing smoke to vintage carriages filled with curious passengers, every detail tells a story that resonates with those who appreciate our rich railway heritage.
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