I use to live near Camden Road station and regularly used the North London Line. When I first used it it was under invested and run down. Over years since TfL took over the route and created London Overground. The line saw had a huge amount of improvement and investment. Some of the interesting trains I have seen on the line have to be an A4 Pacific, The Royle Train, The Caledonian Sleeper and the Nuclear train. I believe it’s the only rail line that can easily connect to all the other main lines.
Excellent comment this is Matthew, and I agree with everything you have said regarding the NLL. One other thing I have to say is THANK YOU for your interest in my video and channel. Regards Mike.
It all looks different with the 25kv overhead wires. I travelled on the line a couple of times in the 1970s when it had third rail and operated by Class 501 units. Still think it's a shame that Broad Street closed. Because it was in a prime location in the City, British Rail realised that they could make a fortune by selling off the site, so the station was deliberately run down .
The North London line has always been busy with freight. In the 1940s and 1950s the pattern was 6 trains an hour - three passenger and three freight. The freight were normally hauled by Devons Road Jinties or 4MT 43000 class 2-6-0. Also seen were Feltham Q1 0-6-0, Stratford J17, J19 0-6-0 and 76000 class 2-6-0. The electrification was LT-style 4th rail. Devons Road got the first class 20 diesels which replaced its steam locos. The electric trains were mostly LNWR Oerlikon stock.
I used to travel on the North London Line from West Hampstead to Hampstead Heath in the early 1960s and remember the six trains an hour. I have a very vague memory of traveling with my father in the Oerlikon stock, so that must have been around 1956/7.
Still catching up on some of your older videos Mike. Really enjoyed this one. Variety of colours and classes amazing. I would love to see more close ups of wheels rolling across points. Always makes interesting viewing seeing what the loads move on!
Oh right Ian that good of you, well there is a few you might not of seen lol. I will take that point you mentioned about the crossing of points. Regards Mike.
Got to be one of the most run down lines in the city.. i remember the old desiels that use to run on there 1 every hour if your lucky to barking .. you kinda grow up and miss them now.. the new trains just don't have the same vibe or iconic look
@@antman09ful1 yes they run loads down there ..use to see some really long ones back in the day when it's was EWS ..use to see also sorts of cargo ..I remember the cars wagons .not seen them in a long time..use to see trains full of Ford's
Cheers for watching David, yes I watched the video when you and your dad was there, and as you seen from my video It happen to me with the class 90. All the best Mike.
You must love your hobby I hate mine. Bus enthusiasts of so bloody rude to me. I personally love buses and coaches I don't take pictures and don't take numbers. I've just love looking at buses and coaches I like your videos about trains 👍🤔
Cheers mate, I still take a interest in Buses, I do have a few bus videos of my channel of the company I was interested in when I was very young and I went round a lot of there garages all around the midlands getting the numbers, they were a very special bus company because they built there own buses and coaches. The great Midland Red. Thanks for watching my video Victor.
So you like this line. thats good if you know whats running. some days it can be nearly dead for two hours. I cant do the workings on my big number phone for the elderly lol. I've tried touch screen , cant do it co's of shakes. I'll only do this line with David I think. I gotta admit if you go the right days it is superb. Well done Mike. What day did you go please.
@@antman09ful1 pleasure - we appreciate it can be a little unrewarding at times being the guy freezing on the platforms for all those hours - you're capturing our heritage here, and it'll be enjoyed for decades to come, at least :)
@@antman09ful1 Oh it was decades ago. Just think where we'd be now if they'd closed all the tracks they thought about back when everyone was going to go by car.
I use to live near Camden Road station and regularly used the North London Line.
When I first used it it was under invested and run down. Over years since TfL took over the route and created London Overground. The line saw had a huge amount of improvement and investment.
Some of the interesting trains I have seen on the line have to be an A4 Pacific, The Royle Train, The Caledonian Sleeper and the Nuclear train.
I believe it’s the only rail line that can easily connect to all the other main lines.
Excellent comment this is Matthew, and I agree with everything you have said regarding the NLL. One other thing I have to say is THANK YOU for your interest in my video and channel. Regards Mike.
Another great selection. Thanks for sharing.
My pleasure Ray, thanks for looking back at my old videos.
It all looks different with the 25kv overhead wires. I travelled on the line a couple of times in the 1970s when it had third rail and operated by Class 501 units.
Still think it's a shame that Broad Street closed. Because it was in a prime location in the City, British Rail realised that they could make a fortune by selling off the site, so the station was deliberately run down .
Yeah I know what you mean, I travelled into Broad Street a few times in them days Ian.
The North London line has always been busy with freight. In the 1940s and 1950s the pattern was 6 trains an hour - three passenger and three freight. The freight were normally hauled by Devons Road Jinties or 4MT 43000 class 2-6-0. Also seen were Feltham Q1 0-6-0, Stratford J17, J19 0-6-0 and 76000 class 2-6-0. The electrification was LT-style 4th rail. Devons Road got the first class 20 diesels which replaced its steam locos. The electric trains were mostly LNWR Oerlikon stock.
Cheers for the info regarding many years ago Henry, and for watching my video.
I used to travel on the North London Line from West Hampstead to Hampstead Heath in the early 1960s and remember the six trains an hour. I have a very vague memory of traveling with my father in the Oerlikon stock, so that must have been around 1956/7.
Still catching up on some of your older videos Mike. Really enjoyed this one. Variety of colours and classes amazing. I would love to see more close ups of wheels rolling across points. Always makes interesting viewing seeing what the loads move on!
Oh right Ian that good of you, well there is a few you might not of seen lol.
I will take that point you mentioned about the crossing of points. Regards Mike.
Once again Mike very enjoyable. You obviously had a very good day. Nice to see the 37,s working.
I did David but I must have been very lucky as some people say that the line can hit and miss for freight working.. Regards Mike.
David330ify 37's
Fantastic video Mike. Plenty of Class 37 action there!
-Thomas
Well I do love to see these class 37s Thomas. Pleased you enjoyed Mike.
Loved the video especially that lovely Class 37! Keep up the good work!
Cheers John for your comment which is very much appreciated. Mike.
Very busy stretch of line. Nice video!
I was happy Howard with what was working.
Thoroughly enjoyed your video, all London locations well known to me, thanks.
That's great Tom, I'm very pleased you have enjoyed this video, Thank you. Regards Mike.
Looks like you had a busy day - excellent video - enjoyed that
I had a busy four hour Malcolm on that line then moved elsewhere,
Very nice video. Really enjoyed it.
Oh right Mark you have found this video, this line is a great to film on, regards Mike.
Great video Mike, your attention to detail is faultless as always.
Hellfire 66 thrash at 18:55.
Thanks very much mate, and I will try and keep the videos interesting. Mike.
Brilliant mate, what an action packed video. Excellent viewing
Yes a good line most day mate.
Your videos are so clear and perfect
That's very nice of you to say that. Thank You
Excellent video, a few locations for me to try when I'm in the UK later this year
Yes you should get plenty of freight trains when you go.
Gospel Oakisa great location for freight, as the two different lines converge there
That's right mate.
Great looking trains. Stations and towns a fantastic.
Thanks for watching.
Well done Mike, good stuff. 😁 😁 🏍️
Pleased you enjoyed my visit down there Anthony, not speeding on that line.
Got to be one of the most run down lines in the city.. i remember the old desiels that use to run on there 1 every hour if your lucky to barking .. you kinda grow up and miss them now.. the new trains just don't have the same vibe or iconic look
I do remember them Barking DMUs, thanks for your interest in this video, I think the NLL is ideal for filming freight trains.
@@antman09ful1 yes they run loads down there ..use to see some really long ones back in the day when it's was EWS ..use to see also sorts of cargo ..I remember the cars wagons .not seen them in a long time..use to see trains full of Ford's
Just one car train now.
@@antman09ful1 use to see the cars at night.....couldn't tell you the last time I seen any
@@TsoneMedia still regular - around 10pm
Great video"
Thanks for the visit again.
Some great shots love the music
Cheers John for watching and commenting on this video. Regards Mike.
Thats a cracking day out Mike, enjoyed seeing differnet locations, really like West Hampstead (until i get bowled!!)
Cheers for watching David, yes I watched the video when you and your dad was there, and as you seen from my video It happen to me with the class 90. All the best Mike.
Very busy. Beautiful locations
No speeding on that line.
Very good video Mike :)
Thank you Simon.
Oh man. Beautiful passenger train
Really Ron, OK
Great Video Mike, Very Busy
It can be a great line to visit as you know Blake.
You must love your hobby I hate mine. Bus enthusiasts of so bloody rude to me. I personally love buses and coaches I don't take pictures and don't take numbers. I've just love looking at buses and coaches I like your videos about trains 👍🤔
Cheers mate, I still take a interest in Buses, I do have a few bus videos of my channel of the company I was interested in when I was very young and I went round a lot of there garages all around the midlands getting the numbers, they were a very special bus company because they built there own buses and coaches. The great Midland Red. Thanks for watching my video Victor.
Great video lots to see
Thanks for your comment Matt, and thanks for watching.
You’re welcome
Top notch video - subscribed :)
Thank you for watching and subbing to my channel. hope you find other videos to enjoy as around three a week go on my channel.
So you like this line. thats good if you know whats running. some days it can be nearly dead for two hours. I cant do the workings on my big number phone for the elderly lol. I've tried touch screen , cant do it co's of shakes. I'll only do this line with David I think. I gotta admit if you go the right days it is superb. Well done Mike. What day did you go please.
I had a lucky day then Keith, I arrived on the line at 11.05 which as you know is late for me to get to London, and it was a Friday Keith.
london incredible to watch but to live in for me lonely
North London Line is a great area to film trains, thanks for watching.
Real thrash at 4:14
Cheers Bill for viewing my video, and I'm pleased you enjoyed the video.
Nice video!
Thanks for watching and your comment which I appreciate very much.
@@antman09ful1 pleasure - we appreciate it can be a little unrewarding at times being the guy freezing on the platforms for all those hours - you're capturing our heritage here, and it'll be enjoyed for decades to come, at least :)
Containers also.
Oh yes.
Weren't they going to close the North London Line at one point?
Not heard that, there was talk of diverting the Felixstowe traffic off that line.
@@antman09ful1 Oh it was decades ago. Just think where we'd be now if they'd closed all the tracks they thought about back when everyone was going to go by car.
nice
Cool video , how do you know the IDs of the freight trains ? I.e 0z04
There are a few to find this information out but it does cost money. Thanks for watching.
Is the class 66 the most used fright loco? In Australia we still use locos from the 50's 60s 70s 80s
Yes four company's use the class 66, we still use some old locos also from the 50s and 60s. Thank you for taking a look.
Bamz2317 ... The order for the various sets of class 66 stuff was the largest order for rail stock the UK has placed in modern times.
Yes we still use the Class 08, Class 20, Class 31, Class 37 and Class 47 they are from the 60s
What time of day were you there?
I got there at 11.00 and went at 15.10