Classic Trains

1997

Documentary

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Language

Status

Ended

First Aired

January 6, 1997

Last Aired

January 27, 1997

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.

Season

Coals From Newcastle

Air date: 1997-01-06

Suburban Dreams

Air date: 1997-01-13

Slate and Narrow

Air date: 1997-01-20

Shake Rattle & Roll

Air date: 1997-01-27

Cast

John Peel

Narrator

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