Class 204 & 205: Hampshire / Berkshire DEMU

Class 204 / 205

Hampshire / Berkshire DEMU

13th October 2004

No. 205001 at London Bridge

No. 205001 is now seen departing London Bridge with the return service to Uckfield, with the classic trainshed

forming the backdrop. A complete redevelopment of the London Bridge station environs commenced in 2010,

and it appears that this historic structure will be removed. The latest plans outline dismantling the trainshed,

for re-erection elsewhere. © David Glasspool

13th October 2004

Continuing on from the previous picture, No. 205009 is seen trailing on the rear of the formation. Between

the buffers can be seen the buck-eye coupling and a Pullman-style rubbing plate. © David Glasspool

4th December 2004

No. 205001 is seen pairing with No. 205009 once again, but this time on 4th December 2004 heading

London-bound through Gatwick Airport. The black triangle indicates to platform staff at which end of

the train the guard's / luggage area is located. This view gives a good impression of how much room the

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