14th February 1998 Intercity-liveried Class 47 No.47812 departs Taunton on the 14th February 1998. The loco was hauling 1V48 12:17 Manchester Piccadilly - Plymouth running over one hour late. It is pictured here passing Great Western HST No.43023 and No. 43004 'Caerphilly Castle' stabled on the relief line at 40 Steps, ready to form the next Taunton - London Paddington service. (Photo: David Jones)