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1L87 Edinburgh Waverly to Perth. Class 158 Express's in Scotrail Saltire livery seen here heading north towards Inverkeithing working a service to Perth via Kirkcaldy.
After more than a year of waiting, here it is! Retro Istria, running from Koper to Budapest and Warsaw, photographed in Podpeč. I had really wanted to get this shot last year, but on the day I was planning to photograph it, I witnessed, with my own eyes, a double-headed train hauled by two SŽ 541s derail at Črnotiče station... definitely something I won't forget.
And so, this is what I had been waiting for or, honestly, something even better. This year, the Retro Istria train to Koper has an additional Polish coach at the rear, making it four coaches long. To top it all off, the train was hauled by an SŽ 363 that day, even though it isn't scheduled to haul this train this year.
At the top of the hill, you can see the beautiful fortified tower, originally built in the 11th century. Behind the train is a bridge that was originally part of the Jesenice–Tarvisio railway, but was relocated here after that line closed and this one opened.
2R48 1611 Balloch to Motherwell service operated by Scotrail is seen arriving into Whifflet station at 1725.
5T08 1335 Inverness C.S.D to Kilmarnock Bonnyton Depot ecs service operated by Scotrail is seen passing through Coatbridge Central station at 1713.
1W38 1150 Wemyss Bay to Glasgow Central service operated by Scotrail is seen departing Wemyss Bay station.
Avanti West Coast Pendolino is seen at West Walls in Carlisle working 9M59 the 15:57 Glasgow Central to London Euston.
Day two of Egyptian trainspotting hadn't led to any direct confrontation and we were almost more relaxed.... That was until we decided to take a photo near a crossing because it was a convenient bonus. Not only did the crossing keeper start screaming and shouting as soon as a camera was pulled out but a local peasant tried to jump in front of the camera to stop the photo being taken. Not sure why but alas a photo was managed and we swiftly left before they could jibber anything else.
Here at Mahallat Rawh the forbidden G22 3617 heads along the final stretch of the branch with train 4310 El Santa -Mahallat Rawh. It's truly a shame such hostilities happen as without a some of the locals the country would be fascinating to explore further :).
Rock Island publicity photo in my collection.
Rock Island publicity photo in my collection.
Budd PR photo 14172 2-12-38 Rock Island Rocket c1937. Scan of a print in my collection- note the embossed Budd stamp.
Rock Island publicity photo in my collection.
A lengthy class 101 DMU formation consisting of two 4-car units departs York for Scarborough, in 1977.
Nearest the camera is what appears to be DMC(L) vehicle no. E51508, which was allocated to Neville Hill depot at this time, and refurbished in 1976.
There is a timeless magic to air travel, but stepping directly onto the tarmac adds an unmistakable layer of old-school glamour. At Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, under the bright glow of an afternoon sun, one traveler effortlessly turns the industrial apron into a personal runway as she heads toward her private charter.
Dressed in a striking, vibrant orange maxi dress with delicate spaghetti straps, she glides across the concrete with complete poise. Her chic look is paired with a rich tan leather tote slung casually over her forearm, sleek glasses, and polished gold sandals that catch the light. Holding her phone and travel essentials close, her relaxed yet commanding presence contrasts brilliantly against the gritty, busy backdrop of ground support equipment, service vans, and jet bridges.
Around her, the hum of airport operations continues—crew members manage baggage, passengers check their gear, and flight display boards signal incoming journeys. Yet, her effortless style brings a touch of pure high-fashion sophistication to the tarmac, turning a standard boarding process into a captivating moment of jet-set elegance.
Stagecoach Cumberland ADL E30D - ADL Enviro 300 is seen in Distington working a 600 to Carlisle
ScotRail Class 43 Intercity 125 HST 43176 (& 43148) arrive at Haymarket Station (Edinburgh) with 1H17 - the 1333 Edinburgh to Inverness service on 18th July 2026
Copyright Photograph Robin Stewart-Smith - All Rights Reserved
Emirates A350-900 Airbus landing at Manchester Ringway airport.
Saudia Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner "2024 National Day" livery landing at Manchester Ringway airport.
Etihad Airways Boeing 777-300ER landing at Manchester Ringway airport.
