The Class 315’s Last Journey: Chasing Trains
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- čas přidán 1. 03. 2023
- Starting at Ilford Station, we spot 37884 heading to Ilford E.M.U.D to pick up 315837 and 315857 on what will be their last ever journey on the rails - a journey to Newport Sims scrapyard where they will be shredded into unidentifiable metal pieces.
Once the 37 has picked up the 315s, we spot them blasting through Ilford, heading westbound out from London. Next, Reading Station and then the last stretch into Newport Sims.
An emotional goodbye echoed by the bassy thrash of 37884’s EE 12CSVT engine.
Camera Operators: Amy Linkin-Chandler, Reuben Larkin
Editor: Francis Bourgeois
Composer: Summerhouses
Sick of clueless knuckle draggers online saying Francis is a character. The best actor in the world couldn't fake that smile. Reason they think this is because they're neurotypical and can't fathom how someone could love trains so much and also have a sense of humour and the ability to entertain the world. Well you can do all 3. Plenty of people use a pseudonym online, it's just smart. Francis, your videos are a breath of fresh air.
Quite right, I've read his book...
@@jaybee1921 same here!
facts!
I met him a while ago he was a cool down to earth guy nothing fake about him
Well, although his passion may be real, he is still playing a character. His real name is Luke
I love how it has flipped, I bet all the train drivers are now Francis Spotting! More videos please, the world needs more people like you Francis.
Protect this man at all cost. His enthusiasm is absolutely adorable. I love him.
Class 37 is one of the last few remaining diesel locos from my spotting days in the early 80s. Memories of happy times 👌👌👌. Brilliant Francis
A few 47s still about
@@articeddie5494 20s as well, and ONE class 31 (128)
Me too Daniel now it’s mostly crap with the odd old school diesels
I remember hearing the rumble of triple headed 37s going past my junior school as a kid I’d always strain my neck to have a look at them pulling coal wagons .
I have no idea how I ended up on this video but your enthusiasm is infectious, love people who are passionate and happy. Reuben is a real character with his suit, I thought he was a underage teenager driving a car.
Glad to see someone genuinely happy and enjoying life. Clearly he has a real passion for trains and wants to share his passion. Well done man. Keep it up.
I'm happy to have met this man irl he's very cheerful a friendly and its always nice to see him
Passion is everything. For me, it’s guitar (ok, and food). For this guy, it’s trains. It really doesn’t make any difference what it is. Whatever makes you glad to be alive.
wow, this is my first time on this channel and I can't even describe how nice it is to just see friendly and simple content here on youtube. No hate, no complaining, just people enjoying trains. I would never think of following a train just to see it a second time, but I was really positively impressed when he was on the platform and met these other people who also just wanted to see the same train. That makes you happy somehow.
I was the GN driver that collard you in Peterborough Waitrose for a selfie 😂 Nice to meet you briefly. Enjoy these natural, point of view videos. Keep it up 👍🏻
Loving these long-form videos! Really do want to see more of this, keep it up! :D
Same here
(Also hello vex)
Hey Vex 👍👍
Great video we need more Ruben in his suit in future videos keep up your great work Francis
this was my childhood train and I was sad to see them withdrawn, I'm glad you have made a video of this train because the class 315 deserves a lot of love. remember when I met you at Liverpool Street and we had a chat
I grow up with Class 315s trains
Pleasantly surprised by just how nice it was to escape into your passion for trains and random communication with friendly strangers....
I am no train spotter, but I was for the duration of your excellent video. Thanks for posting
I heard you on Radio 4 yesterday, your laugh is infectious and your joy for life is an inspiration to us all!
Thank you 🙏
Reuben needs a channel of his own
He's got a family-man's car and a family-man's suit.
Love how much joy you get out of this hobby. I don’t think I’ve had this much joy since my first ride behind a Deltic last year. You should pay a visit to Stafford someday, it’s an absolute hive when it comes to freight workings.
I have no particular interest in trains but watched this as the ones being retired were the ones I used to take to and from work. Happy to say I stayed and enjoyed the infectious joy this guy exudes - rare to find something so charming and wholesome these days. Keep on smiling, Francis!
Love your excitement & enthusiasm for trains It's a real joy to see a dedicated spotter👍.
My grandson is young train spotter and loves your channel. He’s watched all of your vids and we all love you.
I loved it Francis it looked like you enjoyed that day and sorry to hear a class 315 has been scrapped 😢 they were great units
Great video Francis! Perfectly documenting chasing the 37 from Ilford to Newport, and the reality of a day out on the rails. 100% natural, 100% you!!! Look forward to the next. 👍
Loving the concept of your content in a longer, widescreen format! Please do continue!
Francis you're a legend pal, and what about those young train enthusiasts! How lovely to see young lads enjoying this as a hobby.
Keep these coming! Loving the longer format.
What makes it so much better is the drivers of these beauties toot their horns to say hi. Brilliant video 👏
Great to see you doing longer format bits as well! Caught some clips of the 315s on their farewell tour back in November - very sad to see them go. All the best 👍
Just a wonderful video 🚂🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃🚃💨 that smile 😁 is infectious!! Thank you for your work/passion 🙏
I really enjoyed this. It brought a smile to my face. The effort and dedication put in was incredible.
Great video Francis, you were so lucky to see two 37’s! Loving these videos lately!
Every day I watch this chap makes it a happy day. It's nice to get so much enjoyment and fulfilment from a hobby and to pass on that joy to others.
Love your enthusiasm old boy!
Keep up the good work.
Well done sir! Your smile is contagious. Keep up with the great videos and please don’t let anyone ruin your happiness and love for trains.
Love the video. I hope there will be more of this in the future
Thank you, Francis, for sharing your love of trains with us.
10:33 We agree with you, Francis: the audio at this moment DOES sound like a true Ghost Train (or two), speaking to you. Remarkable! 🚆🚆
Francis, you're a gem. Keep it up!
Amazing video, Francis! 👍
Sad to see the 315s go.
Yes, stay safe and happy what you do. your emotions do spread to other people watching......
My new fav channel! Keep up the great work!
God only knows how i got here, but glad i did, so nice to see, amid this media frenzy of news rammed down our throats, well done lads! Have to love a tractor!
Great video mate, love the long form format, keep up the amazing work 👋😊
Keep on keeping on and please never stop posting. Your joy is lovely.
Great video Francis you absolute legend
Great to see your interest in train spotting I used to watch a class 37 years ago shunting coal wagon in a goods yard , and class 37 double header pulling fully laden oil tankers you could hear them coming miles away 👍
Great vid, thanks Francis 👍🏻👌
Found this today September 12th 2023.I absolutely love this Chap.What a wonderful person he is.James O Brien bought me here.I love this Lad already.
Nice footage of the scrap working and the effort put in from first to last location 👍
Great video thanks Francis.
So good to see a young man like you, being so enthusiastic about a good old (ex-BR) Class 37 & some rather sad 315 units, now off to the breakers yard! I'm 69 years old & have loved trains all of my life. Keep up the great work that you are doing here on You Tube. What you do so well, is called 'out-reach to a new audience'. Your job is a about projecting your enjoyment & enthusiasm & attract potential rail-fans into becoming hooked on our shared, locomotion bug!
I love how happy you are!
i was brought up watching peaks 37s 47s 31s 20s etc etc its great seeing your enthusiasm which we all now share thanks
Living your best life buddy, fair play to you, keep it up!
Great video, Really enjoyed it! Sad to see the 315s go but it did make for a great video 👍
We need more of this!
Rest in peace class 315 units, and lovely video!
Love this 😍
Keep posting videos👍
His happiness is so infective! Love this guy :)
Keep it up Francis I’m starting to enjoy this
Great video well done Francis!
I live in France and I want to thank you for sharing your passion !
Welcome to wales! Loved watching this little adventure
Ah, wasn't expecting the lump in the throat seeing those 315s come to a stop for the last time
What a fun day made out of a sad occasion. Nice video 👍
If I am feeling low, I watch Francis, Thank you Francis you are amazing.
Francis you are awesome! You live my dream life with your love of trains.
Great video! Love these types of videos
Ah mate of mine sent me one of His films, I watched it over & over. Then I found more of this guys films, this lad is superb pure enthusiasm, keep the train films coming mate. 👍👍👍
Please have more of these longer videos 👍👍👍
His smile makes the hair on my arms stand up. This fellow is genuinely happy and I’m infected by his smile. So awesome and calming to watch!
Great video Francis! Love your content, keep it up :)
A national treasure. People thought "The Office" was amusing but this just blows that right out of the water. I suppose it is the surrealism of The Office combined with Frank Spencer (Michael Crawford). Brilliant.
Love how this popped into my feed as I didn't know Francis had a CZcams channel. Well done mate, I hope to see many more uploads.
First time to this channel, think I'm going to stick around. Very enjoyable video. Good job!
Love your videos they bring joy
Great fun. Well done and thank you. ps Love the Big Smile
Nice video and well put thank you for this guys
Really enjoyed the chase. Great Video
This man always makes my day with his undying love for trains
Great enthusiasm mate. Very enjoyable. Subbed
Great video Francis, I also love your book
Great video 👍👍👍
You post the most amazing videos
You really are infectiously enthusiastic. Especially with the Tractors, but then I don’t know how anyone can’t like a 37!
I remember the 315's and especially the 313's and 508's when they were new. Very sad to see them all depart, but this video did make it rather enjoyable 🤔🤔🤔
Great content 👏
Nice little vid. Really shows your passion for the hobby
Can't believe this ! I drove these in the 90s , dam I feel old .........
Good stuff Francis bro. Good to see you uploading on my main social page now! looking forward to see more from you.
Nicely done.
This guy is so positive ❤
Finally! Welcome to CZcams my dear friend. This is where it is at. Be your own boss. Big love brother
I had such a bad day at work. You made me day with your video. Big hug from the netherlands 🇳🇱
Top bloke that! Subscribed!!
Lovely video, keep it up 👍
Finally found your channel. Nice one.
It was a lovely surprise meeting you as you got on the PAD to RDG train Francis and being part of your film. See you again in the future no doubt, Oliver.
Amazing the 37s still live on, i am 60 and did some gricing in the 70s, they were getting on then. Truly they have given great service, and what a beautiful locomotive. I indeed do understand how it makes you feel to see it, hear it, and experience it. Also to have an appreciation of the humble DMU /EMU. To those that don't understand, well,... it's a Gricer Thing 🙂
Blimy well done Oliver.. as TM ..,, worked many shifts with him !!!
What am I watching, I thought it was a strange hybrid train/office comedy! but to be honest I enjoyed it! Well done and nice editing!
Great video mate. Ilford is where I grew up, literally the street next to that depot so the class 315 is what I grew up on.