We think that this is possibly the first time that the Royal Train has run with class 67s in matching livery. 67005 'Queen's Messenger' was leading whilst pictured here is 67006 which was named 'Royal Sovereign' earlier in the day at Bristol Temple Meads. The place is West Drayton and the date 25th February 2005.

Photo from James & Martin's Picture Collection Copyright 'Jampics' m.hawkes7@ntlworld.com

British and Foreign Railway Pictures Jampics Fotopic.