Classic Steam and Diesels
Brunel's Atmospheric Railway
Steam trains are a regular feature of this spectacular line, which one of the most scenic stretches of main line railway in Europe. Running from Exeter to Newton Abbot via Dawlish and Teignmouth, it sweeps along the sea wall offering views of the Exe estuary, the English Channel coastline and magnificent red cliffs. The line was built by the engineer, Brunel. This is a selection of the classic steam and diesel locomotives and engines seen on this line.
King Class 6024
Great Western Railway King Class locomotive No 6024 King Edward I doing duty as the Christmas Torbay Express along the famous Dawlish Sea Wall.
The steam train is just leaving Dawlish Station on the route to Torquay and Paignton in Devon, along the famous Dawlish Sea Wall route.
This photo is also available in black and white
The steam train is just leaving Dawlish Station on the route to Torquay and Paignton in Devon, along the famous Dawlish Sea Wall route.
This photo is also available in black and white
Ref:
2008ats7946
Location:
Dawlish, Devon, England