22nd August 2026 Locomotive Services Ltd, InterCity-liveried Class 47 No. 47593 'Galloway Princess' configured in top-and-tail formation with No.57302, gets underway from Taunton with the non-steam ‘English Riviera Express’ on Saturday 22nd August 2026. The colourful locomotives and stock is captured passing Allerford, running as the 1Z07 05:30 Bedford to Kingswear. (Photo: S A Ginn)

22nd August 2026 Despite the recent small amount of rain which has fallen in the last week, the linside vegitation continues to grow unanbated, and a steam ban remains in place. Saphos Trains continued to operate their 'English Riviera Express' charters with Heritage Diesel traction throughout. Intercity-liveried Class 47 No. 47593 'Galloway Princess' makes a fine sight while operating in top-and-tail formation with No. 57302 at Creech St Michael on Saturday 22nd August 2026. The pair were operating the 1Z07 05:30 Bedford - Kingswear charter with Mk1 crimson and cream stock in tow. Image taken on a camera pole. (Photo: Brian Garrett)