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Prototype High Speed Train Power Car 41001 and 125 Group’s matching Mk3 coaches will be working passenger trains at Great Central Railway (Nottingham) this Saturday 5th May, kicking-off a run of warm weather operating dates Saturday 26th May, Sunday 17th June and Saturday 30th June. Services depart from Ruddington station at 1030, 1215, 1400 and 1545 running to Loughborough High Level and back under the ‘Yellow Timetable’. The preserved HST will operate top ‘n’ tail with 41001 at the south end and a GCR(N) locomotive at the north end. Tickets available to buy on the day.

The GCR(N) route is just under 10 miles long, after departing from Ruddington trains reverse at Fifty Steps then run southbound calling at Rushcliffe Halt station, continuing through the scenic Nottinghamshire countryside to Loughborough High Level, which has no station but affords a great view over the Midland Mainline and looks down into Brush Locomotive Works, with class 73s, 92s, 319s and HST power cars often visible. Ruddington station (sat-nav postcode NG11 6JS) is the base for GCR(N) with many heritage transport exhibits, miniature and model railways, see GCR(N) website for further information.

‘Buffet 125’ will be open on-board our Mk3 coach RFM 10206, selling hot snacks, sandwiches, hot and cold beverages plus alcoholic drinks including bottled beer, our volunteers will be pleased to serve you. The 125 Group sales stand will also be on the train, with our latest range of merchandise available. Experience a grand day out riding comfortable air-conditioned Mk3 coaches, powered by 41001 and its original screaming Paxman Valenta engine!

In conjunction with the operation of the UK Railtours trip from Paddington to Pembroke and Tenby on Sunday 20^th July, 125 Group is please to announce that the stock movement of the HST is being made available to the public as a one-way trip between Derby and Reading. Not only does that give the opportunity for folks from the Midlands and the South to ride our HST at a hugely discounted price, but it is also operating by a rare and interesting route around the West Midlands.

Our planned route is:

DEPART: DERBY approx 14:30

Calling at:

TAMWORTH approx 14.55

Via Water Orton, Sutton Park, Walsall to

TAME BRIDGE PARKWAY approx 15:35

Via Perry Barr North Junction, Soho North Junction, Stourbridge Junction to

KIDDERMINSTER approx 16:15

Via Worcester Shrub Hill and Moreton in Marsh to

READING where we terminate approx 18:05

The HST will comprise (subject to availability) 43159 + 43089 plus seven trailer cars – two First Class, a catering vehicle and four standard class.

Participants may join and leave at any of the stated calling points – the same fare applies throughout. PLEASE NOTE this is a ONE-WAY trip only and is available at the amazing prices of £45 First Class and £35 standard class. Light refreshments of hot and cold drinks and packaged snacks will be available throughout from the buffet counter and a 125 Group shop will be in operation.

Following feedback from our previous stock move, individual seats will not be allocated – but the online purchase will guarantee you a seat place and we will advise on the joining instructions the vehicle in which your seat will be located.

When booking, please retain/print your order receipt as this will gain you access to the train and the order number will be used as the means of identification. Our booking conditions can be found here.

We will not sell more places than the number of available seats – so your place is assured. Book early to ensure your place by clicking Shop now below!

SATURDAY 19 JULY – ONE-WAY TRANSIT TRIP FROM DERBY TO READING – RAILTOUR TICKET

Please retain/print your order receipt as this will gain you access to the train and the order number will be used as the means of identification. Our booking conditions can be found here. By making a booking, you are deemed to have read and agree to being bound by these terms and conditions.

£35.00

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