Croome is a lovely and very popular spot within the

railway fraternity a short distance south of Abbotswood Junction. Pictures can be taken from the road bridge seen in the background or from the occupation bridge that I am standing on. However, in order to get to the latter, a short walk through Croome Perry Wood is required and the passing of a gate with a 'Do not trespass' sign firmly attached! 166217, having been cascaded from the London area, is working the 12.27 Southampton Central to Great Malvern service. Previous to this, the service would have been operated by a class 15X unit, the Turbo is a small upgrade but one that does still not provide passengers with air conditioning.