Heritage diesel heaven - Cotswold Gala 2026 highlights

Enjoy a day of non‑stop diesel action from the 2026 Cotswold Diesel Gala, packed with heritage traction, rare workings, and classic BR power. With locomotives from across the Sulzer, English Electric and Derby-built families, this gala delivered variety all day. We caught Class 24s, 25s and 26s working hard across the line, plus a standout appearance from a special Class 27 - the very same loco that hauled a royal train for Prince Charles in 1983. Two Class 20s were out and about as well, and we even climbed on board one for a closer look. Adding to the action were two rumbling Class 37s, a mighty Class 45, and two Class 47s that drew plenty of attention from enthusiasts all day long. It was great to see a familiar loco for us, class 35 "Hymek" D7018, which as always looked and sounded the part. To round things off, the Class 122 “bubble car” was busy shuttling railfans along the line, providing a perfect contrast to the heavy mainline traction. If you love heritage diesels, gala atmosphere, and traction variety, this video is packed with moments you won’t want to miss. Date: 26/07/2026 Filmed by: Emily Gearey Camera: DJI Action 6 Video Editor: Emily Gearey #gwsr #sulzer #railway #diesellocomotive #train #railfan #trainspotting Key Moments: 00:00 Guard blows whistle and waves flag as 27 056 & 24 081 depart 00:38 Class 27 056 & Class 26 043 double-header 02:17 Inside the cab of Class 37 215 02:41 Class 20 137 & Class 20 228 (with 24 081 at the tail) double-head past 37 215 03:30 Class 37 215 leads, with 25 262 & 26 043 at the rear 04:10 Class 20 137 & Class 20 228 04:42 Step aboard and look around the cab of Class 20 137 05:42 Class 24 081 & Class 27 056 seen from the cab of Class 20 137 06:08 Class 20s lead a service with 37 215 at the tail 07:09 Class 26 043 & Class 25 262 double-head departure from Toddington 07:56 Class 37 D6948 08:36 Class 37 D6948 Thrash as it departs (including horn tone and guard whistle!) 09:15 Class 35 "Hymek" D7018 09:41 Class 122 Railcar W5503 10:04 Class 45 149 10:44 Class 47 376 "Freightliner 1995" light-engine into Toddington 11:15 Class 47 105 "Goldcrest" 12:26 Class 24 081 ============================== New YouTube videos released weekly at 10am on Friday! Visit our other channels for additional content and updates: Website: https://www.mixed-traction.co.uk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... Instagram:   / mixed_traction   TikTok:   / mixed.traction   ==============================