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WCRC Class 47 number 47760, with 47854 "Diamond Jubilee" on the rear, passes through Manchester Victoria with the return leg of the Welsh Borders Steam Special (steam hauled from Crewe to Shrewsbury and back) from Crewe to Bridlington. Due to complications with a fault at Baguley Fold Level Crossing between Manchester and Ashton Under Lyne, services were subject to significant delays. The tour passed through Manchester Victoria a total of 28 minutes late due to this setback.

Description

WCRC Class 47 number 47760, with 47854 "Diamond Jubilee" on the rear, passes through Manchester Victoria with the return leg of the Welsh Borders Steam Special (steam hauled from Crewe to Shrewsbury and back) from Crewe to Bridlington. Due to complications with a fault at Baguley Fold Level Crossing between Manchester and Ashton Under Lyne, services were subject to significant delays. The tour passed through Manchester Victoria a total of 28 minutes late due to this setback.