UPDATE: Due to a delay in returning 70000 Britannia to service, this test run has been cancelled. It will now be operated with the LSL Bubble Car
70000 Britannia is set to be out on the mainline this Monday (22nd January 2024) as it heads on a test run to Shrewsbury.
Please Note: This is a test run and may change or be cancelled at short notice
Departing Crewe HS at 09:33, the locomotive will pass through Crewe (09:57), Chester (10:58), Wrexham General (11:17), Gobowen (11:35), Shrewsbury (11:58) and Coton Hill TC at 12:08.
After servicing, 70000 will pass through Wellington (Shropshire) (13:05), Penkridge (14:07), Stafford (14:15) and Crewe at 14:48.
If you would like to track the train on Monday, you can view timetables here.
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As always, please respect the dangers of the railway. Please do not trespass on the railway to see this iconic locomotive – stay to public access spots.
