BR std, Duke of Gloucester, number 71000, passes through Irwell Vale on the 22/1/11. This service formed part of the East Lancashire Winter steam gala held over the weekend of 22 / 23 Jan 2011. Duke of Gloucester is seen here at speed passing through Irwell woods before slowing to Irwell station a mile further up the line.
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