9th August 1999
Virgin Trains
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| Loco(s) Used | at least 47711 |
| Stock used | ??? |
Route : 1Z47 throughout
| Loco | Route |
| ????? | Newcastle - Bristol Temple Meads |
| 47711 | Bristol Temple Meads - Penzance |
Notes :
(1)
One of many railtours run to allow people a chance to see the full solar eclipse
that took place on this day (best viewed in Cornwall). Route confirmation
required. Did this train return northwards?
Sources : Mike Hunt/Rob Barnes
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Timings (Booked Only)
(from Mike Hunt/Rob Barnes)
| Location | Booked |
| Newcastle | 08.33d |
| Bristol Temple Meads | ??.??a ~ 15.11d |
| Plymouth | 17.18a ~ 17.21d |
| Penzance | ??.??a |