BR Riddles 'Standard 2' class 2-6-2 Tank No. 84007. Built at Crewe in Aug. 1953 and withdrawn in Jan. 1964. Saturday 13th June 1959 was to be the last day of service on the Wellingborough to Higham Ferrers branch. 84007 had been specially cleaned as had its push-pull stock looking wonderful at Wellingborough Midland Road Station. Note the total lack of any gathered enthusiasts - or passengers!

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