Back to photostream

Assisted departure

With 60s no longer working to Ribblehead and Arcow quarries in 2026 GBRF have started badly with 66729 failing to get going at Blea Moor following run around on Tuesday and on Wednesday morning 66721 had to be sent out to assist the loaded train back. Seen in great conditions at Ribblehead station 66729 and 66721 restart having dropped the shunter off.

 

6Z77 1030 Blea Moor U.G.L. to Hunslet Tilcon Gbrf. Upon return to Leeds, 66729 worked up to Rylestone and then an STP this morning from Rylestone to Arcow.

875 views
29 faves
10 comments
Uploaded on January 8, 2026
Taken on January 7, 2026