This programme takes a look at the thousands of steam engines operated by the London Midland & Scottish Railway until nationalisation in 1948. The LMS classic designs of locomotive, many of which have survived into preservation. The programme
Includes:: the Jinty Class 3F small tank locos, & many members of the once 842-strong Class 5 locos commonly known as Black 5s. Steam locos from North Yorkshire Moors, Severn Valley, Great Central & Midland Railways, as well as on the mainline are also included in the programme.