Class 45 45039 Stirling May 20th 1978
On May 20th 1978 whilst waiting for a return day excursion to the south, the Stirling station announcer cautioned passengers to stand clear of the platform because a northbound service would be passing through without stopping.
The rail enthusiasts looked to the south in anticipation of the announced working and were somewhat surprised to be greeted by Class 45 No.45039 'The Manchester Regiment' heading north with a return football special from Glasgow after a Home International Championship match at Hampden Park saw Scotland loose to England 0-1.
Class 45 45039 Stirling May 20th 1978
On May 20th 1978 whilst waiting for a return day excursion to the south, the Stirling station announcer cautioned passengers to stand clear of the platform because a northbound service would be passing through without stopping.
The rail enthusiasts looked to the south in anticipation of the announced working and were somewhat surprised to be greeted by Class 45 No.45039 'The Manchester Regiment' heading north with a return football special from Glasgow after a Home International Championship match at Hampden Park saw Scotland loose to England 0-1.