It may be rather nondescript now, but before long this view will be history.
The franchise specification for the new East Midlands franchise calls for a new fleet of units to replace the current fleet which, at times, is unsuitable due to the amount of passengers using (or attempting to use) it. Even 4 coaches, at times, is insufficient for the numbers of passengers wanting to travel.
158812 and classmate round the curve at Chinley with 1R90 1257 Norwich to Liverpool Lime Street. The journey takes just under 6 hours to cover the 240-odd miles, including a 15 minute pause to attach a second unit at Nottingham.
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