Having now outlived most of the first generation DMUs that they replaced, the Class 156 Super Sprinters are now over thirty years old. Despite this, they live on and are still receiving work to prepare them for future use. More likely to be seen at Newcastle, Buxton or Southport, Northern's 156426 is well away from its usual haunts as it passes through Roade cutting with the 13.16 Newton Heath to Wolverton Works 5J70. On arrival at the centre sidings, it will be permitted access to the works via the tunnel under the fast lines. Over the coming few weeks it will receive Northern's new livery and be in receipt of an interior 'refresh' along with other modifications and improvements.
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