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GB Railfreight celebrates 15 years of Locomotion

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GB Railfreight Class 66 No. 66788 was named Locomotion on September 21 as part of the celebrations to mark a decade and a half since the National Railway Museum opened its outstation in Shildon, County Durham.

Bob Tiller, GBRf engineering director, said: “The work Locomotion does to showcase the history of the railways is an inspiration, and I hope visitors are encouraged to find out more about the important role rail freight plays across the country.” 

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Pictured are Bob Tiller and Dr Sarah Price, head of Locomotion at  the ceremony.

PICTURE: NRM

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