During the late 50s and early 60s, BBC TV filmed British locomotives about to disappear forever on lines soon to be closed. Offering a real insight into the Steam Era, the complete 8-dvd collection of BBC's Railway Roundabout is just £29.99 (save £10.00 - mrrp £39.99).
Originally for the enjoyment of younger viewers, filming took place at a crucial moment in time for British railways: three years after the BR Modernisation Plan and a year before the Beeching Report. The films are now, rightly so, considered of national historical importance.