10th August 1999

Virgin Trains
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Loco(s) Used at least 47711
Stock used load 7

Route : 1Z47 throughout

Loco Route
47711 Newcastle - Bristol Temple Meads - Exeter St Davids - Plymouth - 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 & Mike Tetlow (on the train from Exeter to Plymouth)

Timings (Booked Only)
(from Mike Hunt/Rob Barnes & Mike Tetlow)

Location Booked
Newcastle 08.33d
Bristol Temple Meads ??.??a ~ 15.11d
Exeter St Davids ??.??a ~ 16.20d
Plymouth 17.18a ~ 17.21d
Penzance ??.??a


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