24 July 1977 'The Borderman' 55003

26th June 2007

2 x Class 44: Derby - York
55003: York - Newcastle (via Leamside, hence arrival via High Level Bridge) - Hexham - Carlisle RR - Shap - Lancaster RR - Carnforth (break for Steamtown Visit) - Clapham - Skipton - Leeds - York
2 x Class 44 York - Nottingham

55003 with 'The Borderman' rail tour arriving at Newcastle from York via the High Level Bridge having traversed the Leamside line on 24 July 1977. Copyright David Harlott

Upon arrival at Carlisle, 55003 ran round the stock prior to continuing up the West Coast route to Lancaster. Copyright David Harlott

55003 after arrival at Lancaster from Carlisle, about to run round for the second time in order to continue to Carnforth. Copyright David Harlott