43480 & 43468, outward leg of The Master Cutler, 06.48 Sheffield-London Marylebone (1Z43, 8E), Claydon crossing SP451498
By now running nearly thirty minutes late, the 06.48 Sheffield
to Marylebone Master Cutler Retro Railtours' charter is seen passing Claydon between Banbury and Leamington Spa. The stock is composed of a short rake of former East Midlands coaches giving the passengers a sumptuous ride on some well-sprung and large seats in contrast to today's modern-day versions. Meanwhile, the power is supplied by two of RailAdventure's HST power cars with 43480 leading and 43478 on the rear. Despite the late running here on arrival at Marylebone the train was only eight minutes adrift. Passengers could either alight in London for several hours or complete a short out-and-back run to Banbury