55003 running light at Paignton on 05 March 1978. Copyright David Harlott

55003 stands beneath the distinctive clock on Paddington's Platform 1 after arrival from Paignton with the returning RPPR 'Deltic Ranger'. This was a significant event as it had earlier featured the first appearance of the Class in Devon, a highly commendable feat thus finally achieved by the Organiser. Copyright Colin J. Marsden