In rather flat lighting 87002 'Royal Sovereign' leads the eveing 1Z41 17.42 Euston to Manchester Piccadilly service that is operating as a charter but that anybody can use in order to get home northwards with stops at Birmingham International, New Street, Wolverhampton, Stafford, Crewe and Wilmslow. LSL appear to be sampling the market with this service stating on the website, 'If you are looking to head north on a Friday, this charter train can take you there in comfort and style without the stress of normal rail services.' It is initially operating for three weeks in the light of Avanti's shocking decision to slash their Euston to Piccadilly (and return) services. The train is seen passing Milton crossing just north of Roade.
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