60532 "Blue Peter" performs loaded test runs | Severn Valley Railway 26/03/2024
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Having spent the previous week completing its programme of light test runs, 60532 "Blue Peter" would progress to its loaded test runs on the Severn Valley Railway, taking charge of a load for the first time in over 20 years.
60532 was built in 1948, serving British Railways for 18 years before being withdrawn in 1966. The sole surviving A2 Class pacific, 60532 was secured for preservation by Geoff Drury, and subsequently looked after by the North Eastern Locomotive Preservation Group. A polarised stint on the mainline would follow, concluding in 2001, with the pacific seeing use on heritage lines for a further year before being withdrawn in late 2002. After periods on display, and a failed attempt to fund an overhaul, "Blue Peter" was sold in 2014 to the Royal Scot Locomotive and General Trust; a forerunner of Locomotive Services Ltd. An overhaul began in 2015, with the locomotive emerging complete in early 2024. 60532 was delivered by British Railways on the 25th of March 1948, with these loaded test runs taking place 76 years later to the week, and form a crucial step in returning 60532 to the mainline.
60532 is fitted with a New Zealand 5-tone chime whistle, as well as retaining its standard LNER whistle. The chime was presented to Geoff Drury and fitted during its overhaul at Docaster in the 1970s. It was originally mounted vertically above the firemans' side smoke deflector, with its position being altered later by the NELPG. Geoff saw the chime as "a fun addition that finally made the loco sound the size and power the engine actually was". During this overhaul, the whistle has been mounted horizontally above the same deflector, and temporarily tuned to replicate the sound of NSWGR C38 Class - 3801. The NZ chime is frequently mislabelled as an American chime, with similar mislabellings surrounding its fitment date. Information kindly supplied by Locomotive Services Group.
Alongside the A2, the Severn Valley would front their Timetable B, which features four service trains working between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth. The result would be three steam locomotives in action over the line, rubbing shoulders with a Class 46, and a Class 108 DMU.
Locomotives:
BR(E) A2 Class - 60532 "Blue Peter"
BR Class 108 DMU - M51941+E59250+E52064
BR Class 46 - 182
BR Standard Class 4MT - 75069
GWR 4900 'Hall' Class - 4930 "Hagley Hall"
00:00 - 60532 Foley Park
01:32 - Class 108 DMU Tenbury Wall
01:57 - 60532 Tenbury Wall
03:10 - 60532 Haye Bridge
05:08 - 182 Haye Bridge
06:46 - 60532 Highley foot crossing
08:27 - 75069 Highley
10:17 - 60532 Eardington Bank
11:46 - 4930 Orchard Crossing
13:01 - 60532 Northwood
All footage filmed on Tuesday the 26th of March 2024.
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For all those who are going to ask about the chime whistle, it is an ex-New Zealand Government Railways chime whistle that the locomotive has carried since the 1970s overhaul at Doncaster. Originally carried vertically above the right hand side deflector and very prominent in photos whilst as '532', it was then placed behind the right hand side deflector when overhauled by the North Eastern Locomotive Preservation Group, similar to where the chime whistle on 60163 Tornado was later placed when it was built, and is now currently horizontally mounted just above the same deflector.
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
Thanks very much for the information!
@bobingram6912
3 ай бұрын
Good info, always like a loco with a whistle in a "non standard" position👍👍👍
@angustrains2305
3 ай бұрын
To me, it sounds more like a nswgr australia steam locomotive whistle than an NZR locomotive whistle. like the c38 whistles. That's just my opinion, though
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
@angustrains2305 Both are correct. It is a NZ 5-tone chime. In this overhaul, it's been temporarily tuned to replicate NSWGR C38 Class - 3801, as stated in the video description
@angustrains2305
3 ай бұрын
Okay thanks i didn't see that. But why did they choose to temporarily tune it to a nswgr locomotive
Great to see 60532 Back in Action! I can wait for her Mainline Return! Great shots 😉
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
Thanks
Well. Dome to you blokes over in the U.K. For getting 60532 'Blue Peter' running again. And absolutely love the Chime whistle it's using. That whistle sounds identical NSWGR C38 class loco 3801 here in Australia. I recognise that fine tone to it. Music to my ears.😙🎵
Such a amazing year so far for preserved steam & new builds with (here’s only a few I’ve seen) BP back in service The bluebell’s Atlantic nearly ready the GWR grange near ready BUZZING isn’t the word🎉
Superb coverage of the test runs, very enjoyable viewing.
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
Thank you, the kind words are greatly appreciated
Great to see Blue Peter back in action after so many years.
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
Certainly was a sight for sore eyes
I’ll be honest, A2s don’t look bad in blue. Whistle sounds slightly unhealthy though. Great video my friend!
@jayyy3_yt295
3 ай бұрын
Compared to when it sounded amazingly loud in the 90’s
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
It does suit the blue well. During the overhaul, the whistle has been tuned to produce a slightly different sound than before. Thank you very much
@jayyy3_yt295
3 ай бұрын
@@TheSouthernerYTChannel Yes it does sound deeper but it actually does sound worn out like it needs work done ..
@SouthernRailSpotter
3 ай бұрын
@@TheSouthernerYTChannel No problem!
I saw her 6 days ago whilst I was here and this is the first for me to see her and the Severn valley is new for this loco she’s never been on the Severn valley railway at all
Great location footage , thank you for sharing. Blue Peter has always been a majestic loco , but in the BR experimental blue, it is just pure magic.
Thanks, you capturing some great action. I also enjoyed the class 46 departure.
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
Thanks very much
Great sounds (even the 46!!) It's so good to see these "forgtten" locos re-emerging into preservation, but she's a bit blue😂😂😂😂 but love the tweaked chime. What I love with your vids is your ability to make even a trackside weed interesting👍👍👍👍
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
Thanks very much, Bob! The microphone doesn't do the chime justice. It echoed through the valley, a long time before BP ever came into view. All the weeds and other lineside niches do well for framing the surroundings
First time I've seen 60532 at speed (relatively speaking) in this manifestation. Six Mk 3s + a Mk 1 hardly make it break sweat 😓. Nice show from the Peak too! 🤠
Nice to see blue peter back. I wonder if the bbc tv program will do a piece on its return they always used to feature the loco mainly on its returns to service
Very magnificent blue train
Fantastic stuff. I’m looking forward to a Summer seeing BP on the Kingswear tours with the Mayflower.
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
Thanks very much. No doubt in seeing you down there this year.
Another stunning collection of angles, sights & sounds. Your productions add value - let alone the comments and connections. Thanks for sharing.
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
Thanks very much for the kind words, it's greatly appreciated
Great video and great to see her back again
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
Thank you
Lovely this locomotive 👍👌
Nicely captured. Regards, John
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
Thank you
Crystal Clear Pics and Sound - Absolute Quality 👌🏻
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
Thank you
Super video :)
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
Thank you
Beatiuful video, greetings 🚂👍🙋♂️
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
Thank you
Great action shots there, makes my filming at Kidderminster look very tame in comparison.
Beautiful ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
It sounds like the NZR whistle from class A4 Dominion Of New Zealand
Finally a UK steam locomotive with a proper sounding whistle! Now to get to work on those diesel horns😬😅
what kind of whistle does she have? it's almost reminiscent of NSWGR whistles like the ones on the 38 class lol
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
Believe it is a South African Railways three tone chime. Correction, see BR69843's comment. Information now added to the description.
@trainman7084
3 ай бұрын
@@TheSouthernerYTChannel interesting, thanks
Blue Peter’s whistle sounds very much like a New South Wales 38 class in Australia.
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
2 ай бұрын
It is a NZ 5-tone chime. In this overhaul, it's been temporarily tuned to replicate NSWGR C38 Class - 3801.
@warrentravis8640
2 ай бұрын
@@TheSouthernerYTChannel It sounds amazing and nothing like I have ever heard before on a British steam locomotive. It’s wonderful to see Blue Peter back on track again.
🏭🏭🏭🏭👍👍👍👍
How long will Blue Peter be at the SVR?
@TheSouthernerYTChannel
3 ай бұрын
It's scheduled to be on display at Kidderminster during their 'Spring Steam Gala', so it's unlikely to leave before then.
@LauncestonCastle
3 ай бұрын
@@TheSouthernerYTChannel Cheers.