The LGW block grain train from Leith to Gorgie is pictured on Friday 17 April 1970 negotiating the sinuous section of the Sub between Newington and Blackford Hill on the approach to the latter. Motive power is the customary Clayton, in this case No. D8583.
Location: Blackford Hill (former)
Original line: Edinburgh, Suburban and Southside Junction Railway
Photographer: Bill Jamieson
Contact photographer: Bill Jamieson
Date: 17/04/1970
Image number: 37075
Tags: Beyer, Peacock and Co Bo-Bo Class 17 Clayton Clayton Equipment Company Diesel-electric Type 1