170109 passes near to the hamlet of Gatcombe on the Severn Estuary in Gloucestershire. The 170 is working the 09.45 Cardiff Central to Nottingham. In past times, the views along this glorious stretch of line could have been enjoyed from the comfort of Mk. 1 coaches with a Peak or a class 47 up front, now passengers have to make do with a DMU....progress, I'm not so sure?
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