Old Linslade 81016 Dec 82
Tragic anniversary, 81016 on 8/12's 1S18 2255 Euston - Glasgow running some hours late due eh problems was derailed in Linslade tunnel in the early hours of December 9th 1982. The loco collided with Stoke Road bridge stantion tragically killing the driver and all 14 coaches were derailed. 81016 never worked again due her severe impact damage. Spare a thought for the staff on the train and those assisting the passengers that horrible night. N.Ross collection phot
Old Linslade 81016 Dec 82
Tragic anniversary, 81016 on 8/12's 1S18 2255 Euston - Glasgow running some hours late due eh problems was derailed in Linslade tunnel in the early hours of December 9th 1982. The loco collided with Stoke Road bridge stantion tragically killing the driver and all 14 coaches were derailed. 81016 never worked again due her severe impact damage. Spare a thought for the staff on the train and those assisting the passengers that horrible night. N.Ross collection phot