This is the last opportunity for a “burn-up” along the East Coast Main Line on an HST, a classic run from Edinburgh to Doncaster and back to Leeds, where I shall stay overnight at another former railway hotel, The Queens, accessible directly from the station concourse. While familiar with the scenic high points, particularly the vast views of the North Sea in Northumberland, this remained fresh and exciting, and not very easy to photograph. Serious flooding in South Yorkshire remained evident, long after it had been a serious news item.
Sadly, the perfect weather of the two previous days deteriorated and by the time we were approaching York, it was raining, as it was while exploring Edinburgh’s Christmas Market last night.
To say the train was busy is an understatement particularly where I was sitting. Opposite me, representatives from the 125 Group, attracted the attention of passers-by as did one of our Drivers. This was tiresome at times, although all were pleasant enough. (See picture above)
We are drawing into Wakefield after lengthy periods of 125 mph running particularly between Darlington and Doncaster. We have come to a stand at its Westgate Station, and soon, we shall arrive at Leeds. Another splendid day.
David.
(Below, York)
David's Cruise 