"Blaenavon Railway" Coal train Weekend. Class 31 D5627. 27 May 2024.

After a five year absence BR Class 31203 { D5627 } made a welcome return to traffic as it took part in the Coal train's special event weekend. The Railway put on a good show which also featured newly painted 1873 Hunslet 18 'Jessie ' and 1857 Hudswell Clarke steam locomotives .It was also Great to see the crew of the 31 looking smart in there typical Diesel drivers uniform from the period. Well done to all involved .

[@therailwaydog]

Really enjoyed watching this - the 31 sounds fantastic and looked right at home hauling the coal wagons. Great stuff!!

[@BennyBizzle1]

12 minutes of pure bliss for me

[@antman09ful1]

Very good video Jamie, I do like to hear a class 31, I have lots of memories when they were in charge of the Birmingham Norwich services. Regards Mike.
Its a railway I haven't been to.

[@jamiesmithgoingloco]

Thankyou Mike , well worth a visit, very friendly staff and a relaxing railway to film on . Hopefully there split headcode 37 will be up and running next year or sooner.

[@osiantownsendjones2833]

@@jamiesmithgoingloco Glad you enjoyed your visit Jamie. Sorry if my hi vis spoiled some of your shots, didn't want to get my uniform dirty when coupling! Progress on the 37s is going well. Not going to comment on when they're coming into service, but they're definitely not forgotten about.

[@brianbunn3604]

Nice video 👍 must admit 31’s aren’t my favourite locos, but that one looks good in green livery and original destination blinds