| Built: | BREL 1979 | |
| Lot No 30625/1962 | ||
| Traction Type: | Diesel-Electric | |
| Equipment: | English Electric | |
| Power Unit: | EE 4SRKT | |
| Power Output: | 560 HP | |
| Max Speed: | 70 MPH |
| Train Brakes: | Electro-Pneumatic Air | |
| Train Heating: | Electric | |
| Weight: | 61 Tons | |
| Length: | 64' ¾" | |
| Height: | 12' 6" | |
| Width: | 9' 3" |
Despite now being equipped with standard gauge bogies, there are no plans to resurrect 8099 as an operational unit. Affectionately known as 'Paddy', 8099 acts as a workshop and stores for the Class 15 Preservation Society who are working on the restoration of Class 15, D8233 and Metrovic CoBo D5705. More details can be found at their website: www.d8233.org.uk
There are a wide range of events at the East Lancashire Railway ranging from Family and Education, Re-enactments, Sci-Fi, Transport and Collector's Fairs.
Selected events are shown below. See the ELR Website for the full event schedule.
| Event | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| Summer Diesel Gala | Thursday 30th June, Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd July |
| Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th August |
| Autumn Diesel Gala | Friday 16th, Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th September |
| Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd October |
| DMU Weekend | Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th November |
Covid Safety
Whilst Covid-19 restrictions have been lifted, the ELR encourage passengers observe sensible social distancing precautions.
See the ELR Website for the latest details.
All events subject to availability
While every effort will be made to ensure events take place as advertised, rostered locos or units are available
and running to the advertised timetable, the ELR reserves the right to cancel or terminate without prior notice.
