Farington Junction

Avanti West Coast 390044 'Royal Scot' speeds along the Up Fast at Farington Junction on 9th April 2025, working 9M51 0800 Glasgow Central to London Euston via Birmingham. This particular Pendolino attempted to beat the 36-year-old speed record between London and Glasgow in 2021 but failed by just twenty one seconds.

Location: Farington Junction

Original line: North Union Railway

Photographer: Oliver Wilkinson

Contact photographer: Oliver Wilkinson

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Date: 09/04/2025

Image number: 92481


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