Grand Central test train on the Fylde

DB 90039 with Grand Central test train 3P51 approaching Blackpool North on 20th March

This morning's Grand Central route learning train, 3P51 from Crewe C.S. (L&NWR) to Blackpool, was hauled by DB 90039 (in EWS livery) again. At Blackpool North the locomotive was swapped for DB 90036, which was already stabled at Blackpool, before departing as 3K83 to Crewe shortly after noon.

DVT 82231 leading Grand Central test train 3K83 through Poulton-le-Fylde

DB 90036 passing through Poulton-le-Fylde with Grand Central test train 3K83