Titfield Thunderbolt, The (1953)
Nothing verified yet — 62 candidates from our sources, below.
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60 of 62 places named by a source we have not checked. Each row says who said it and links to where.
Midford Viaduct, Midford station, Midford Road, Midford, Somerset
In reviewAn express train heads towards the camera. John Jordan identifies a former Southern Railway Bulleid locomotive crossing Midford Viaduct after passing through Midford station on Midford Road in Midford, Somerset and Jonathan Horswell's Railway Movie Database expands by explaining that the engine is ‘West Country’ Class 4-6-2 No.34043 Combe Martin. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMonkton Combe, Limpley Stoke, Bath, Bradford-on-Avon
In reviewThe shot pans with the train heading for Titfield. The Camerton branch had been built in 1882 and was extended in 1910 through Monkton Combe to Limpley Stoke where it joined the line from Bath to Bradford-on-Avon. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came from17 High Street in Woodstock, Oxfordshire
In reviewDriving away with the turntable's rails misaligned, the engine leaves the track and crashes through a wall before taking to the roadway. Facing number 17 High Street in Woodstock, Oxfordshire as found by from Tony Reeves in his book on film locations. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromBerkeley Square House on Berkeley Square W1
In reviewTodd helps Ruddock into the building where Mr. Clegg explains that British Railways are prepared to sell the line and that an official enquiry must be held. The pavement outside Berkeley Square House on Berkeley Square W1. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromBerkeley Square with Berkeley Square House
In reviewOn his Brockhouse Corgi, the Civil Servant heads for the Ministry of Transport where an application to run the Titfield to Mallingford railway has been received. Berkeley Square with Berkeley Square House as the backdrop. The quare features in numerous productions including 'Two Gentlemen Sharing', 'Three Stops to Murder’, 'Cool It Carol', ‘The Walking Stick’, ’11 Harrowhouse’ and ‘A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square’ as well as 'The Maggie' in which this scene is doctored. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromBradford Road in Winsley, Wiltshire
In reviewAs the Station Porter pastes up a closure notice for the branch line, Alec Pearce arrives at his yard with a brand new bus. Facing west on Bradford Road in Winsley, Wiltshire identified by Chris Bracey and confirmed by Kevin Mitchell. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromBrassknocker Bridge near Limpley Stoke
In reviewThat evening, Pearce & Crump's bus and a special train head towards Mallingtord carrying Passengers to the enquiry. Brassknocker Bridge near Limpley Stoke, which can also be seen in the 1931 version of 'The Ghost Train' in a very short, dark shot. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromBrassknocker Hill near Bath
In reviewThinking that they've seen off the opposition, Pearce and Crump are distracted by a group of People making their way to the station . . . before crashing into the police van conveying Dan and Mr. Valentine. Kevin Mitchell identifies this as Brassknocker Hill near Bath . . . — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromBristol Fish Dock
In reviewThe camera pans with the train as it slows to a halt. Bristol Fish Dock . . . — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromBristol Fish Dock off Bath Road, Bristol
In reviewBishop Olly Matthews (Godfrey Tearle) looks over Sam's shoulder as he checks his watch to find that they are only nine minutes late. Bristol Fish Dock off Bath Road, Bristol. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromBristol Fish Dock off Bath Road, Bristol with Temple Meads station filling the background
In reviewDan, Mr. Valentine, Pearce and Crump are led away from the train by the Sergeant. Bristol Fish Dock off Bath Road, Bristol with Temple Meads station filling the background. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromBruton Lane from Berkeley Square W1
In reviewIn London, Ruddock (Michael Trubshawe) rides to work. Facing Bruton Lane from Berkeley Square W1, the same that JT recalls 'A Nightingale Sang In' and, according to his 3/6p A-Z of London, is where the real Ministry of Transport actually was. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromChurch Hill, Freshford
In reviewCarrying his newspaper and anticipating an unlicensed drink, Mr. Valentine strolls to the station for the first departure. Facing north-west on Church Hill, Freshford with the Old Brewery in the right distance and the Rectory beyond. The brewery had closed in 1895 and the derelict buildings were saved in 1964 when they were converted to offices. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromChurch Hill, Freshford, Somerset
In reviewIn the village of Titfield, People begin to appear from their homes after hearing the engine's whistle. Church Hill in Freshford, Somerset. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromDunkerton Colliery, Dunkerton
In reviewAs Sam accelerates the engine towards the truck to clear the line, Alec Pearce runs to get help from Hawkins and his steam-roller. Dunkerton Colliery, Dunkerton where night scenes for the 1937 Edgar Wallace thriller 'Kate Plus Ten' were also filmed. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromDunkerton Colliery, Dunkerton near Carlingcott in Somerset
In reviewThrough the window of the locomotive, Sam spots Vernon Crump running towards him from a truck obstructing the line ahead. Dunkerton Colliery, Dunkerton near Carlingcott in Somerset. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromDunkerton, A367, Dunkerton Lane
In reviewThe train passes a group of Children sitting on the embankment. After much poring over maps, Phil Bacon is certain that this is Dunkerton, between where the railway crossed A367 and Dunkerton Lane. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromFishers Crossing near Limpley Stoke
In reviewHaving lost much time, the train reaches the junction with the main line. Fishers Crossing near Limpley Stoke identified by Jonathan Horswell on the Railway Movie Database. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromGowanhowe on Church Hill
In reviewWatched by Blakeworth who pauses to think, Pearce turns to pass the church. Kevin Mitchell locates this as outside Gowanhowe on Church Hill, since altered and renamed The Old Parsonage . . . . — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromGowanhowe on Church Hill in Freshford
In reviewWalter Valentine (Stanley Holloway) leaves the house to make his way to the station. Gowanhowe on Church Hill in Freshford. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromGowanhowe, Church Hill, Freshford
In reviewChildren shout and cheer as they follow the lorry through Titfield. Gowanhowe, a former school on Church Hill, Freshford. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromHigh Street, Woodstock
In reviewA Policeman (Hubert Hill) climbs onto his bike and sets off after the railway engine. Facing west on High Street, Woodstock with the Town Hall to the right. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromImperial Institute on Exhibition Road in Kensington SW7
In reviewMeanwhile, Blakeworth's influence helps Sam and the Villagers to remove the ancient locomotive Thunderbolt from Mallingford's museum. Tony Reeves identifies the Imperial Institute on Exhibition Road in Kensington SW7, now demolished. The building can also be seen in 'Raising a Riot', 'Three Cases of Murder', 'The Rough and the Smooth' and 'Against the Wind'. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromKennels Farm on the Wiltshire side of Midford Brook
In reviewLooking over the river running alongside the railway, Sam spots Beal's Farm. Kennels Farm on the Wiltshire side of Midford Brook which forms the border with Somerset. As her Grandmother lived at nearby Tucking Mill Cottages, Louise Stagg recalls filming taking place, especially when the crew asked her eight year old sister to keep some goats under control for one of the scenes. "Unfortunately, one or two escaped and she ran down the embankment to try to retrieve them. The moment was captured on film and we used to look out for it when the film was shown. However, at some point, it was cut from the final release." — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromKennels Farm, since renamed Brett Farm, at the end of Waterhouse Lane to the south-west of Monkton Combe
In reviewAt the farm jugs, pots, pans, kettles, dishes and a baby's bath tub are gathered together. Kennels Farm, since renamed Brett Farm, at the end of Waterhouse Lane to the south-west of Monkton Combe. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromLindisfarne Close
In reviewPearce drives the Bedford OB into the yard and parks up. Lindisfarne Close now occupies the site. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMarket Street in Woodstock, Oxfordshire
In reviewLooking towards Market Place from Market Street in Woodstock, Oxfordshire with the Town Hall prominent to the left and the tower of St. Mary Magdalene's church in the right distance. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMidford Brook below Kennels Farm at the end of Waterhouse Lane to the south-west of Monkton Combe
In reviewThe next day, the train stops to take on water as usual but Sam finds that the tank is empty having been shot full of holes. Midford Brook below Kennels Farm at the end of Waterhouse Lane to the south-west of Monkton Combe. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMidford in Somerset
In reviewWith Gordon learning Guard's duties and Sam being taught how to drive the engine, the train races the bus. Midford in Somerset located by John Gendale and confirmed by Richard Ralph who adds that the train is on the Camerton branch line and this is actually the last time the route was used after closure in 1951. Martin Cox explains that Midford Viaduct in the background carries the main line of the Somerset and Dorset Railway running from Bath to Bournemouth West via Evercreech Junction. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMidford Road at the bottom of Midford Hill
In reviewGordon climbs down the embankment towards the road where Hawkins is approaching on his steam-roller. Midford Road at the bottom of Midford Hill. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMidford Road at the bottom of Midford Hill on the border between Somerset and Wiltshire
In reviewHawkins is persuaded to part with the Aveling & Porter's driving chain to provide a better coupling. Midford Road at the bottom of Midford Hill on the border between Somerset and Wiltshire. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMidford Road in Midford
In reviewThe Squire directs Passengers and Locals living near the line who help to push the train towards the waiting engine. Looking towards Midford Road in Midford with the bridge over Midford Brook to the centre. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMidford station, Somerset and Dorset Railway, Camerton branch, Bristol and North Somerset Railway
In reviewWhistles sound as the local passenger train to Titfield passes beneath the viaduct. To the top left, Midford station stands on the Bath extension of the Somerset and Dorset Railway while the foreground line is the Camerton branch of the Bristol and North Somerset Railway. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMidford viaduct from the Camerton branch
In reviewFollowing the emergency brake test, Sam and the Bishop comment that the climb from Titfield is over before realising that the coupling between the engine and train has broken. Looking south-west towards Midford viaduct from the Camerton branch. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMill Lane in Monkton Combe
In reviewWalter Blakeworth (Naunton Wayne) cycles past his fellow Commuters. Mill Lane in Monkton Combe with Station Cottages on the right. Details from Tony Reeves' on Film Locations — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMill Lane, Monkton Combe
In reviewAs they walk to the station, Mr. Blakeworth explains to Mr. Clegg (John Rudling) that the railway is temporarily unable to utilise its best rolling stock. Kevin Mitchell has pinned this down to Mill Lane, Monkton Combe where Monkton Combe Mill visible in the top left distance. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMonkton Combe station
In reviewEnlisting the help of platelayer Dan Taylor (Hugh Griffith), Squire Gordon Chesterford (John Gregson) struggles to get his trailer to the station. Spotting the signal post to the centre, Phil Bacon identifies this area of land as being about 100 meters north-east of Monkton Combe station, between the Midford Brook and the railway. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMonkton Combe station from Mill Lane
In reviewSeeing that the coast is clear, the pair walk towards the platform. Facing Monkton Combe station from Mill Lane. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMonkton Combe station in Somerset
In reviewWith Mr. Valentine leaning on the bar at one end of the single carriage, Emily and Seth (Herbert C. Walton) wave the train away. Monkton Combe station in Somerset. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMonkton Combe station on Mill Lane in Monkton Combe, Somerset
In reviewHissing and clanking, the train comes to a stand at the line's terminus, Titfield station. Monkton Combe station on Mill Lane in Monkton Combe, Somerset. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromMonkton Coombe School
In reviewSam helps Emily (Edie Martin) down the embankment to where the engine is standing before the two light the fire to get steam up. The background buildings belong to Monkton Coombe School. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromPark Street in Woodstock, Oxfordshire
In reviewThe pursuit continues and arrests are made when the locomotive collides with a tree. Park Street in Woodstock, Oxfordshire. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromSomerset & Dorset Midford station
In reviewThe journey to Mallingford gets under way. Phil Bacon explains that the train is heading towards Limpley Stoke and about to cross the iron span bridge, just visible on the extreme left beyond the brick arches, that carried the line over the B3110. The shot was likely taken from or around the platform of the Somerset & Dorset Midford station. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromSouthall MPD adjacent to the Great Western Main Line to the east of Southall station in Middlesex
In reviewDan takes Mr. Valentine to Mallingford's motive power depot where an engine has been left on the turntable. Southall MPD adjacent to the Great Western Main Line to the east of Southall station in Middlesex. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromSouthall shed
In reviewFrom the footplate, Dan spots the locomotive Crew turn when they hear Mr. Valentine operating the turntable. The turntable at Southall shed where locomotive number 1462 was allocated at the time of filming. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromSt. Peter's church in Freshford
In reviewWhen Sam remarks that the display is libellous, Gordon explains "but we ARE amateurs". In the right background stands St. Peter's church in Freshford. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromSt. Peter's church on Church Hill, Freshford
In reviewThe Reverend Weech wakes to his alarm clock as the church bell begins to chime. St. Peter's church on Church Hill, Freshford. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromSt. Peter's churchyard on Church Hill
In reviewFrom the churchyard, Gordon and the Reverend Samuel Weech (George Relph) see the procession pass. St. Peter's churchyard on Church Hill. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromThe Fish Dock at Bristol Temple Meads
In reviewFollowing a duel between the locomotive and Hawkins' steam-roller, the train from Titfield arrives at Mallingford. The Fish Dock at Bristol Temple Meads. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromThe Fish Dock at Bristol with a building on Bath Road at the southern landing of Bath Bridge as it crosses the River Avon
In reviewMr. Clegg makes an inspection of the locomotive before announcing his decision. The Fish Dock at Bristol with a building on Bath Road at the southern landing of Bath Bridge as it crosses the River Avon. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromThe Fish Dock to the south of Temple Meads station in Bristol
In reviewAt the end of the eventful journey, the ramshackle train draws into the platform at Mallingford. The Fish Dock to the south of Temple Meads station in Bristol, where only the houses on the skyline remain. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromThe Hill in Freshford, Somerset
In reviewOblivious to the previous night's events, Passengers begin to head for the station. The Hill in Freshford, Somerset. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromThe Hill, Freshford, Somerset
In reviewIntending Passengers make their way towards the station. Facing south-east on The Hill in Freshford, Somerset. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromthe lane between Combe Hay and Rowley Farm
In reviewFull of the line's Supporters including financial backer Walter Valentine, the Inquiry Special steams onward. Looking west along the railway from the lane between Combe Hay and Rowley Farm — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromthe line running alongside Midford Brook between Midford and Monkton Combe
In reviewSetting back towards the water tower, Thunderbolt is recoupled to the train before the journey recommences. The line running alongside Midford Brook between Midford and Monkton Combe. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromThe Passage running between High Street and the junction of Market Street with Market Place in Woodstock
In reviewLooking out from their homes, curious Residents can't believe their eyes. This is the Passage running between High Street and the junction of Market Street with Market Place in Woodstock. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromthe railway to the east of Monkton Combe station
In reviewWhen the locomotive and carriage are wrecked after being set in motion by Hawkins and his steam-roller, Dan and Mr. Valentine go in search of a replacement engine. The railway to the east of Monkton Combe station. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromthe railway to the south of Midford with buildings on Midford Road
In reviewSam applies the brake to bring Thunderbolt to a stand. The railway to the south of Midford with buildings on Midford Road to the left. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromthe railway to the west of Mill Lane in Monkton Combe, Somerset
In reviewMorning dawns with the Thunderbolt, Dan's old railway carriage home and the line's brake van ready for the line's inspection. The railway to the west of Mill Lane in Monkton Combe, Somerset. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came fromthe unnamed road between Combe Hay and Midford near Bridge Farm
In reviewPearce & Crump's Bedford climbs towards an underbridge with Blakeworth as one of the Passengers. Facing west on the unnamed road between Combe Hay and Midford near Bridge Farm. — recorded for Titfield Thunderbolt, The by Reelstreets. Not yet verified by us.
Where this came from