BFI - Elizabethan Express

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BFI - Elizabethan Express

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Hi,
Thought those who like Steam might like this:

https://player.bfi.org.uk/free/film/wat ... 954-online
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Mike.
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Thank you for the link.
Just finished watching it.
A good period film. How things have changed.

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Hi Phil,
I'm trying to find a copy on DVD but no luck so far, if I find one I'll post up a link for anyone interested.
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Mike.
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1970 Triumph Herald 1200: "Hetty" -- Driven back from Llangollen in Wales (twice.....)
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philthehill wrote: Tue Feb 16, 2021 10:14 pm Thank you for the link.
Just finished watching it.
A good period film. How things have changed.
Yep. The Elizabethan took 6.30 for non stop.
It can now be done in a little as 4.22, including 4 stops.... though typically around 5 hours.
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Something about a steam train, the nostalgia, the soot in the eye from the ventilation window...... :lol:
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Something about a steam train, the nostalgia, the soot in the eye from the ventilation window...... :lol:
Still can't beat them though! :D
Having made inquiries, I have found this and other railway films on this two disc DVD titled: On and Off The Rails.
Images of the front and rear covers below.
Unfortunately I am informed that it is discontinued on the site where I looked, so if you want one it may be a case of buying a copy where you can find one.
That said, there are some copies on eBay at present, links to a couple below.
The 'Elizabethan Express' is the second title on the 'On the rails' DVD.
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Mike.


https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/On-And-Off-T ... SwGGFgE88t
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/British-Tran ... SwGwtfQUha
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Thank you for the link.
I have purchased the DVD in the 2nd link.

Whilst there is something about a steam engine there is nothing like getting in the cab of a diesel locomotive, turning the key and being able to carry out a job straight away.

Phil

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philthehill wrote: Wed Feb 17, 2021 1:43 pm Thank you for the link.
I have purchased the DVD in the 2nd link.

Whilst there is something about a steam engine there is nothing like getting in the cab of a diesel locomotive, turning the key and being able to carry out a job straight away.

Phil
Yes, starting the fire several hours before you need it requires a certain amount planning and a generous sprinkling good fortune..... No other form of mechanical transport has that disadvantage.
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Yes, starting the fire several hours before you need it requires a certain amount planning and a generous sprinkling good fortune..... No other form of mechanical transport has that disadvantage.
You're such a cynic Berni! :wink:
A Steam Loco is like a living, breathing, loveable beast! It has soul! :D
Long may they continue to roam the preserved lines of the UK! :D
Best wishes,
Mike.
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1970 Triumph Herald 1200: "Hetty" -- Driven back from Llangollen in Wales (twice.....)
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Hi,
As an update: I have just finished watching 'On and Off the Rails' and to anyone who is into this I can thoroughly recommend getting a copy, while you can still find one......
Best wishes,
Mike.
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Yes the content is very good.
I have the second disk to look forward to.

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I have the second disk to look forward to.
You'll enjoy it, nice little snapshot of life back then.
If only I had a time machine..........
Best wishes,
Mike.
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Brilliant :D
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