Railway 200: Greatest Gathering Derby tickets and exhibits

[DarloRich]

The Freightliner locos and 57604 are completely boxed in and not really viewable. Hopefully they get moved. Also the Test Track was a bit of a shambles with an electrical fault delaying us significantly. Railtour wasn’t great either sitting in Derby station for over an hour.

The delay was surely casued by being late away from Crewe.

The special also caused a great deal of inconvenience for regular passengers.

The placement of some 'fun fact' boards doesn't look great for photos either... (https://flic.kr/p/2rjVwhD)

Surely a record - event not even open and the enthusiast complaints have begun! I wondered how long the "its rubbish for fots" complaints would take to arrive!

 

[Kite159]

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The delay was surely casued by being late away from Crewe.

The special also caused a great deal of inconvenience for regular passengers.

Surely a record - event not even open and the enthusiast complaints have begun! I wondered how long the "its rubbish for fots" complaints would take to arrive!

I wouldn't be surprised if there will be complaints about some people being unable to get a 'perfect' photo of such a train due to the sheer number of people floating around the site over the next 3 days.

It took the 57 a fair while to run round the Pendo at Derby station

 

[DarloRich]

It took the 57 a fair while to run round the Pendo at Derby station

because the train was late and the station busy. Once it was uncoupled it ran off to Chaddesden and had to wait for ages to come back

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I wouldn't be surprised if there will be complaints about some people being unable to get a 'perfect' photo of such a train due to the sheer number of people floating around the site over the next 3 days.

that's a given!

 

[Duncan Brown]

Anyone have one spare ticket for Saturday that they cannot use and wish to sell?
I would like to attend but traveling by train from Inverness for the event, it's a long way without guaranteeing entry. Thanks

 

[Rab Smith]

I have a ticket for tomorrow but unable to sell it. I am willing to give it away if you promise to give some money to any charity of your choice.
Send me a conversation request and I'll send it on.
Obviously can't confirm you've given to charity so thats on you!

 

[Duncan Brown]

I have a ticket for tomorrow but unable to sell it. I am willing to give it away if you promise to give some money to any charity of your choice.
Send me a conversation request and I'll send it on.
Obviously can't confirm you've given to charity so thats on you!

Hi Rab, I can do that, can provide proof of donation no problem. Is it for Saturday the ticket? I'd have a few hours Saturday afternoon, but at least would know would get in. Perhaps via email is better to liaise if that's ok? - duncan.brown.06@gmail.com
And only if you're definitely not going to be able to use! Thanks Duncan

 

[Rab Smith]

Hi Rab, I can do that, can provide proof of donation no problem. Is it for Saturday the ticket? I'd have a few hours Saturday afternoon, but at least would know would get in. Perhaps via email is better to liaise if that's ok? - duncan.brown.06@gmail.com
And only if you're definitely not going to be able to use! Thanks Duncan

It's for Friday mate

 

[Duncan Brown]

It's for Friday mate

Ah no worries, I can only do Saturday coming from Inverness. Thanks for being willing

 

[Mr. SW]

31/7/2025 12:52 Clan Line at Little Moor Lane Loughborough. I was out for a random grice and this beauty popped up...

Frame grab from video,

 

[Welshguy1048]

The delay was surely casued by being late away from Crewe.

The special also caused a great deal of inconvenience for regular passengers.

Surely a record - event not even open and the enthusiast complaints have begun! I wondered how long the "its rubbish for fots" complaints would take to arrive!

@DarloRich

Hi

What is/are "fots" please ?

Dave

 

[Tramfan]

@DarloRich

Hi

What is/are "fots" please ?

Dave

Photos

 

[Steddenm]

BBC Breakfast are live at TGG this morning throughout the morning.

 

[Welshguy1048]

Photos

@Tramfan

Thank you

Dave

 

[Neilo09]

Are there any issues passing tickets on to someone else, will they look for the original card holder ?

 

[AlterEgo]

Are there any issues passing tickets on to someone else, will they look for the original card holder ?

They say they’re going to, but I don’t know if they’ll do it in practice.

 

[jontyasaurus]

I've been gifted tickets for Sunday by a family friend (who are still going themselves, but not entering with me), and after a brief conversation with TGG Facebook, I was told "tickets are technically not transferable, but as long as you have a copy of the booking confirmation email and the ticket with QR code, you will be fine".

 

[E B]

Where do you find the bag restrictions?

 

[ExRes]

Have the Class 20s arrived?

I'd heard that 20007 & 20205 were supposed to be attending, as far as I can see they arrived at Kidderminster SVR yesterday and can't see any other schedules for them

 

[_toommm_]

Where do you find the bag restrictions?

They were emailed yesterday, but I'll attach them below:

To ensure the safety and security for you and all our visitors throughout the event, the following items will be prohibited
• bags larger than A4 size or over 20 litre capacity
• luggage
• alcohol
• glass bottles and glass containers
• BBQs

• restricted and illegal substances

• knives and offensive weapons
• items that are deemed dangerous, offensive or unsuitable
We wish you a thoroughly enjoyable visit and hope we help you to make some unforgettable memories.Health and Safety at The Greatest Gathering

• drones or remote-controlled aircraft

• step ladders or any similar item which may obstruct another attendees’ view

• lasers

• fireworks, pyrotechnics and flares

• any items which might be used to undertake ambush marketing

• smoke canisters

• tents and shelters

• four-wheeled carry carts (excluding those used to carry children but they must be empty at the gate)

• powered scooters (excluding disability scooters) and hover boards

• electric or manual cycles (subject to availability, bicycle parking is available at the main entrance and are left at the owner's risk)

• sun parasols

• headboards

• selfie sticks and camera poles

• ticket holders shall not be permitted to enter the venue in fancy dress or clothing that in the opinion of Alstom and its security partner is not appropriate for The Greatest Gathering or to be worn or taken into the venue

• any item which in the opinion of Alstom and its security partner may be used for the purpose of protest within the site, including, but not limited to flags, clothing or any other item for the purpose of locking on
There is no capacity on the site to store any prohibited items, including personal luggage, and they will be disposed of by the security team if left at the gate.

 

[Neilo09]

Where do you find the bag restrictions?

I got them via email

• Security: Bag checks in place, bring a rucksack or tote bag that you can carry with you, 20 litres or less (excluding medication or accessibility equipment). No large bags or cases, alcohol or prohibited items

 

[johnny_t]

Are there any issues passing tickets on to someone else, will they look for the original card holder ?

For what its worth, I've got 3 tickets - 1 for me, who lives in Selby, and 2 for my son and his girlfriend, who live in Nuneaton. I've just sent them the tickets e-mail and told them to use Sheets 1 & 2, and I'll use Sheet 3

I know they say about original cardholders etc., but I think that is just standard wording to discourage touting for Taylor Swift tickets and the like.

 

[RGM654]

I was on the BLS special yesterday. I was expecting to have only a quick look around before heading back into town for my hotel. But we were more or less shepherded to the test track and onto the train there, which turned out to be an Elizabeth Line one, so not at all a new experience folrm me, and there we were stuck while they loaded (almost?) everyone from the Pendolino, then ran up and down, then had several movements of a few feet with something evidently going wrong. I don't think we were obliged to board that train but there was no information about what was happening.

I think my backpack is somewhat bigger than 20 L but I don't have a smaller one and no-one objected yesterday so I hope no-one will today.

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They've said on Facebook that any rucksack you can carry on your back all day is practically going to be fine. So I wouldn't worry about it.

Also published last night is a calendar of things happening on the site each day with quite a few different talks from various people in the industry of experience as well as business. Chris Green has one which should be interesting for anyone interested in NSE, etc. I'll ignore Sunday lunchtime...

Where can one find that calendar?

 

[Neilo09]

I was on the BLS special yesterday. I was expecting to have only a quick look around before heading back into town for my hotel. But we were more or less shepherded to the test track and onto the train there, which turned out to be an Elizabeth Line one, so not at all a new experience folrm me, and there we were stuck while they loaded (almost?) everyone from the Pendolino, then ran up and down, then had several movements of a few feet with something evidently going wrong. I don't think we were obliged to board that train but there was no information about what was happening.

I think my backpack is somewhat bigger than 20 L but I don't have a smaller one and no-one objected yesterday so I hope no-one will today.

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Where can one find that calendar?

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid028WUnqKSphNaEvaBAhdGTgdGepz8V6VFYzDiMVYjA8e8Y85o1gpNFzgiTvrJz46sfl&id=100063610745486

 

[150249]

Are 170503, 158847 and 222005 at litchurch lane? Or are they no shows as well?

The 170 and 158 are both parked up outside Etches Park. Well, they were yesterday.

 

[Covshire1]

If anyone ends up with a spare ticket for the steam/diesel shuttle either today or tomorrow then please can you drop me a message. TIA.

 

[Wyrleybart]

220033 is there separated into its individual carriages within one of the buildings, as it seems to be in for work.

I heard a rumour last month that 220033 was stood down from the active fleet until October, so there was speculation it would be come the first 220 to be refurbished. Heard it had moved to Derby from Central Rivers.

True, but full vinyls on a 150 haven't been a good idea in the past.

Especially for a preserved train rather thanone for TOC use.

 

[DarloRich]

I enjoyed the BLS tour yesterday - decent group, no top men and only a couple of people who looked like they needed help dressing and washing! A good crowd in the carriage I was in other than one loud mouth who I enjoyed putting right

not that I do this sort of thing (obvs) but it was nice to cover the curve from the WCML behind Lichfield station and, of course, the works access line. Also I never managed a 57 drag when they were on the North Wales coast so happy to get that one crossed off

I hope the raffle and sale of carriage labels raised lots of money for charity also.

Plenty of time offered to get a behind the scenes sneak peak on the festival site was nice. They have missed a trick there. They could have sold an early bird ticket for Thursday evening like many festivals now do

 

[RGM654]

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid028WUnqKSphNaEvaBAhdGTgdGepz8V6VFYzDiMVYjA8e8Y85o1gpNFzgiTvrJz46sfl&id=100063610745486

Thank you, but that is too small to read at its default size and too low resolution if enlarged.

 

[DarloRich]

I don't think we were obliged to board that train but there was no information about what was happening.

we then got plenty of time to look around the whole site so it wasn't all bad

 

[RGM654]

Thank you, but that is too small to read at its default size and too low resolution if enlarged.

I have now found a better copy at https://www.alstom.com/sites/alstom.com/files/2025/07/29/The_Greatest_Gathering_What's_On_EN.pdf