A short clip of an InterCity 125 HST snaking down the track towards Hopetown - that unmistakable shape and sound that instantly takes you back. Even now, it’s hard not to admire how right they got it: built for speed, but still with that proper, purposeful look as it leans into the line. One of those trains that makes you stop what you’re doing for a second, even if you’ve “seen loads”. If you’re into your railway history, this feels like a perfect fit for Darlington - past and present on the sa

🚂 All Aboard for a Journey Through Britain’s Railway History! 🇬🇧✨ From the birth of the steam age to the modern high-speed marvels, the story of Britain’s railways is one of innovation, industry, and adventure. 🛤️ From Stephenson’s Rocket to the mighty InterCity 125, every line, station, and locomotive tells a tale of how rail shaped the nation. 🚉💨 Whether you love the romance of steam, the nostalgia of lost lines, or the engineering behind today’s electric power, Britain’s railway heritag

🚂 All Aboard for a Journey Through Britain’s Railway History! 🇬🇧✨ From the birth of the steam age to the modern high-speed marvels, the story of Britain’s railways is one of innovation, industry, and adventure. 🛤️ From Stephenson’s Rocket to the mighty InterCity 125, every line, station, and locomotive tells a tale of how rail shaped the nation. 🚉💨 Whether you love the romance of steam, the nostalgia of lost lines, or the engineering behind today’s electric power, Britain’s railway heritag

41K views · 1K reactions | The #InterCity125 roared down the East Coast Mainline for the first time in 1978, revolutionising intercity travel. Now in 2019, what better way to say farewell than letting this iconic train do what it does best - travel long distance at high speed. Let’s Go Round Again! | London North Eastern Railway | Facebook

🚄 The Legendary InterCity 125 – Britain’s Speed Icon 🚄 When the InterCity 125 burst onto the rails in the 1970s, it changed everything. Designed by British Rail’s engineers, the sleek High Speed Train — powered by two powerful diesel locomotives at each end — became a symbol of modern rail travel. With a top speed of 125 mph, it was the fastest diesel train in the world, setting records that stood for decades. From the windswept stretches of the Great Western Main Line to the East Coast, the H