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B.R.
(Football Special)
| Loco Used | 1575 |
Route :
| Loco | Route |
| 1575 | Derby - Loughborough - ??? - Kensington Olympia |
| 1575 | Kensington Olympia - ??? - Loughborough - Derby |
Notes :
This eleven coach special carried Derby County fans
to an away game at Chelsea (final score was a 2:2 draw). A special District line service was
provided between Kensington Olympia and Fulham Broadway. 1575 was
at one time Tinsley's favoured Class 47, frequently featuring on
excursions from the Sheffield area, usually in sparkling
condition.
(1) Cross-London route confirmation required.
Sources : David Hills & Andrew Fairholm (compiled from contemporary
reports)
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