Bristol Pullman (train)
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.jpg) The last down Bristol Pullman arriving at Bristol Temple Meads on 5 May 1973 | |
| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Service type | Passenger train |
| First service | 12 September 1960 |
| Last service | 5 May 1973 |
| Former operator(s) | British Railways |
| Route | |
| Termini | London Paddington Bristol Temple Meads |
| Service frequency | Twice Daily |
| Line(s) used | Great Western Main Line |
| Technical | |
| Rolling stock | British Rail Classes 251 and 261 |
| Track gauge | 4 ft 8+1⁄2 in (1,435 mm) |
| Operating speed | 110 miles per hour (180 km/h) |
The Bristol Pullman was a named passenger train operating in the United Kingdom.[1]
History
The Bristol Pullman was introduced by British Railways on 12 September 1960.[2] After departing Bristol Temple Meads, it called at Bath at 8.00am, and arrived at Paddington by 9.30am. It was operated by British Rail Classes 251 and 261 with two services per day from Bristol Temple Meads, calling at Bath and arriving at London Paddington.
The last service was on 5 May 1973.
References
- ^ Allen, G. Freeman (December 1959). "Talking of trains: The 'Midland Pullman'". Trains Illustrated. Hampton Court: Ian Allan. p. 574 ff.
- ^ "The Divine Dormitory". The Tatler. England. 15 March 1961. Retrieved 16 December 2017 – via British Newspaper Archive.
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