Alstom derby great gathering 1st-3rd August 2025

[TheLancsNinja]

Just had a look at the lineup, wasn't it meant to be the Rail 200 Pendolino (390 200/016) instead of the Pride one (390 119)? Either way, a pendos a pendo so I'm not complaining.

They are bringing both of them I believe

 

[DanNCL]

Just had a look at the lineup, wasn't it meant to be the Rail 200 Pendolino (390 200/016) instead of the Pride one (390 119)? Either way, a pendos a pendo so I'm not complaining.

I think it’s going to be both?

 

[Class15]

They are bringing both of them I believe

I think it’s going to be both?

Taking one unit out of traffic for an event is one thing. Taking two out of traffic is really poor. If there are any Avanti cancellations due to a rolling stock shortage during the three days, there must be an examination on this.

Additionally why are 20 coaches of 390s needed at the event in the first place? There will presumably be other significant classes that won’t be represented, so why do we need 20 coaches of Class 390?

 

[TheLancsNinja]

Taking one unit out of traffic for an event is one thing. Taking two out of traffic is really poor. If there are any Avanti cancellations due to a rolling stock shortage during the three days, there must be an examination on this.

Additionally why are 20 coaches of 390s needed at the event in the first place? There will presumably be other significant classes that won’t be represented, so why do we need 20 coaches of Class 390?

Both units are in special liveries, and as long as they aren't impacting services I don't really see the issue - I assume they are planning for that. Variety is nice, but the contrasting liveries will also give some very good photo opportunities for people

 

[Peter Mugridge]

The latest attendance announcements, today, are a class 35 and a class 331.

 

[Trains1]

Just had a look at the lineup, wasn't it meant to be the Rail 200 Pendolino (390 200/016) instead of the Pride one (390 119)? Either way, a pendos a pendo so I'm not complaining.

That's what I thought

 

[800001]

Taking one unit out of traffic for an event is one thing. Taking two out of traffic is really poor. If there are any Avanti cancellations due to a rolling stock shortage during the three days, there must be an examination on this.

Additionally why are 20 coaches of 390s needed at the event in the first place? There will presumably be other significant classes that won’t be represented, so why do we need 20 coaches of Class 390?

Based on a tweet, attached below, only 390119 planned to attend. So only the one unit!

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At this stage it’s just 119 planned to attend. 116 attended for our launch event and spreads the word of @railway200 up and down the West Coast Mainline.

 

[70013NE]

I've heard some stuff about Sunday being sold out too even though the website still says they are on sale, anyone have any idea how true this is or potentially how many spots may be left?

 

[800001]

I've heard some stuff about Sunday being sold out too even though the website still says they are on sale, anyone have any idea how true this is or potentially how many spots may be left?

Nothing to say so on their twitter where they normally update.

 

[Class15]

The latest attendance announcements, today, are a class 35 and a class 331.

Now that does sound very cool! I look forward to seeing that!

 

[Travelmonkey]

I do like the Pride pendalino it's well decorated inside and out, it'll be good to see it up close,

 

[Peter Mugridge]

Now that does sound very cool! I look forward to seeing that!

Without going back to look for the tweet again, I think they said it would be D7076.

...and this morning they've announced 66 301 in the golden livery.

 

[Class15]

Without going back to look for the tweet again, I think they said it would be D7076.

Thank you! Is that one a blue or green one?

...and this morning they've announced 66 301 in the golden livery.

I think I’ll give that a pass at the event

 

[birchesgreen]

Thank you! Is that one a blue or green one?

I think I’ll give that a pass at the event

Last time i saw it was in blue, though that was a few years ago now.

 

[DanNCL]

Latest addition is 4-VEP 423417

 

[Loadhaul60059]

The latest announcement.

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We’re thrilled to announce our next exhibits, not 1, not 2, but THREE Class 55’s courtesy of Deltic Preservation Society will be on display at our event, subject to availability. These will be 55009 “Alycidon”, D9015 “Tulyar” & 55019 “Royal Highland Fusilier”

 

[Trains1]

Just had a look at the lineup, wasn't it meant to be the Rail 200 Pendolino (390 200/016) instead of the Pride one (390 119)? Either way, a pendos a pendo so I'm not complaining.

that's what i was thinking

edit sorry repeat please delete

 

[Trains1]

it's getting better they've added the 331 and 66 and a IIA-D Biomass Hopper

 

[70013NE]

it's getting better they've added the 331 and 66 and a IIA-D Biomass Hopper

Have u not heard about the three deltics that are headed too? Highland Fusilier, Tulyar and Alycidon should both be going

 

[Trains1]

Have u not heard about the three deltics that are headed too? Highland Fusilier, Tulyar and Alycidon should both be going

oh are they!

 

[800001]

oh are they!

Tweet below from ‘The Great Gathering’ feed stating they ‘will’ attend.

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We’re thrilled to announce our next exhibits, not 1, not 2, but THREE Class 55’s courtesy of Deltic Preservation Society will be on display at our event, subject to availability. These will be 55009 “Alycidon”, D9015 “Tulyar” & 55019 “Royal Highland Fusilier”

 

[70013NE]

For anyone else who's going, What are you expecting to see / what are you hoping for? Wouldn't be surprised for a western (would be very nice to see) or black 5, would be great if Britannia got announced too.

 

[Class15]

For anyone else who's going, What are you expecting to see / what are you hoping for? Wouldn't be surprised for a western (would be very nice to see) or black 5, would be great if Britannia got announced too.

My wishlist:

Brighton Belle
Class 87 (87002)
Freightliner Class 90
Class 77 from somewhere

 

[D365]

My wishlist:

Class 77 from somewhere

I’m assuming you mean an EM2 locomotive rather than the ex-European EMDs. How many are left and are fit for travel by road?

 

[Class15]

I’m assuming you mean an EM2 locomotive rather than the ex-European EMDs. How many are left and are fit for travel by road?

I think it’s three in preservation. I have no idea about whether they are fit for travel though.

I’ll pass on the Euro 66 I think

 

[Skymonster]

I’m surprised 507001 hasn’t been added to the official list yet - I thought the event is why it was taken to Derby.

 

[70013NE]

I’m surprised 507001 hasn’t been added to the official list yet - I thought the event is why it was taken to Derby.

Staying at Litchurch till august it says on the 507 preservation society. Link here if need be https://www.class507.org.uk/news/20...ow and August, Alstom,.com/greatest-gathering.

 

[birchesgreen]

I'd like to see the NER Autocar there, plus some pre-Big 4 steam.

 

[Loadhaul60059]

The latest announcements - Clan Line and a Class 40.

https://x.com/greatestgather/status/1891180266325934135

We’re thrilled to announce our next exhibit as 35028 Clan Line courtesy of Merchant Navy Locomotive Preservation Society will be on display at our three day event, subject to operational availability.

https://x.com/greatestgather/status/1891217648832184602

We’re thrilled to announce our next exhibit as 40106 courtesy of Class 40 Preservation Society based at Severn Valley Railway will be on display at our 3 day event, subject to operational availability.

 

[Bevan Price]

What are the chances that one of the TUs will have a "labour dispute" that weekend ?

Not that I will be attending myself. Having to book 6 months in advance does not impress me** and in any case you waste far too much time trying to photograph the exhibits without hordes standing in fron of them.

** - I remember the old Derby Works "Open Day & Flower Show" - last Saturday every August - just turn up and join the queue, then wander round the works as you wanted.........