Sparkling condition aside, this view of Black 5 No. 44871 at Carnforth Shed could almost have been taken during the BR steam era. In reality the year is 1977 and the loco has already spent the best part of nine years in preservation.
Location: Carnforth (former)
Original line: Lancaster and Carlisle Railway
Photographer: Bill Jamieson
Contact photographer: Bill Jamieson
Date: 08/05/1977
Image number: 38212