6201 'Princess Elizabeth' Battles Over Shap & The S&C !

The big red machine known as 'Lizzie' is seen digging in over Shap and the S&C on the Cumbrian Mountain Express. The iconic LMS locomotive is seen first on the arduous 1/75 climb of Shap Bank in some great light which is showcased further down the hill ! A great sound over the notorious section of the West Coast Mainline !

The return leg as usual heads over the Settle & Carlisle Railway and we decided to play it safe and head to Birkitt Common knowing if the sun came out we would be in for a visual treat ! The Princess is seen from three angles as she powers her way to Ais Gill Summit with the dreaded draincock blowing ! We finish off the day with 6201 on Wilpshire Bank, as she's firstly seen slipping on approach to Ramsgreave & Wilpshire Station, she is then seen topping the summit which brings to an end one of our best day's in the Northern Hills !

I hope you enjoy the sights & sounds !