Engineering work between Bruton and Cogload Junction resulted in the diversion of most West of England IETs away from the B&H for a few days in April 2021, leaving few pesky passenger trains to get in the way of the freights. With no reason to be looped, the freights were given a clear run.
59.205 passed Little Bedwyn almost an hour ahead of schedule with 7A09, the 07:12 Merehead Quarry to Acton T.C. Jumbo stone train, on the 20th of the month.
PHOTO DATA FOR IMAGE 21-D-0638
camera : Nikon D610
lens : 24-70mm f/2.8
focal length : 44.0 mm
shutter : 1/800 sec
aperture : f/8.0
ISO : 180 ISO
original : Digital: 24MP NEF
SUBJECT DATA
Loco / Unit : 59.205
Train : 7A09, 07:12 Merehead Quarry - Acton T.C. stone