Description

Using some wonderful, previously unseen archive footage, illuminating maps and a comprehensive narrative, the industrial railway picture in Wales in the 1970s is brought back to life! Locations featured include Gresford Colliery, Bersham Colliery, Graig Merthyr Colliery, Brynlliw Colliery and Mesteg Washery.

Full description from the producer:

In this second episode of the series we take a look at the fascinating industrial steam scene in Wales during the 1970s.

Using some wonderful, previously unpublished film footage, location maps and an in-depth script, the fascinating story of steam during this forgotten decade is revealed.

Locations and Locos featured:

Gresford Colliery – RSH7135
Bersham Colliery – HL3072, P1935
Graig Merthyr Colliery – HE3846, HE3770, WB2758
Brynlliw Colliery – P2114
Maesteg Washery – HE3882, HE3840
Mardy Colliery – P2150
Merthyr Vale Colliery – ex GWR 9600, AB2340, P2061
Lady Windsor Colliery – HE3829
Ty-Mawr Colliery – P1676
Nantgarw Colliery – HE3767, HE3787
BP Barry – AB2238
Monsanto Chemicals – AB1966
Penalta Colliery – ex GWR 7714
Hafodyrynys Washery – HE3817
Talywain – AB2332
Marine Colliery – P1889
Blaenavon Big Pit Colliery – AB1680
Mountain Ash – AE1680, HE3880, HC1885, P1859, AB2074
This DVD includes motion menus and scene selection.

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