A John Raby Video
Filmed by John Raby in January 1997 when the line was totally steam operated, this video takes you on a journey from New Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling. Contains rare scenes of the train steaming in the heaviest snowfall in the region for 10 years.
Professional editing by Mr. B.R. Bonner; 45 minutes PAL Format (for NTSC version, see "Special Offers")
Post and packing: UK £1.75, EU £2.00, Int'l £3.00
This DVD has been produced for the enjoyment of both train enthusiasts and families alike. It follows the adventures of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Society's trip to the line in the early Spring of 2001. Some 200 hours of tape was edited to one hour to ensure the video is fast moving, combining line-side shots with those from the footplate, coal bunker, and archive film from both the 1930's and 1970.Featuring professional narration and specially composed music.Filming was done 'On the hoof', making use of every opportunity offered but with no chance of a retake.The video was shot using DV and Hi8 cameras and has been digitally edited and mastered.
Professional editing by Mr. B.R. Bonner; 60 minutes PAL Format (for NTSC version, see "Special Offers")Post and Packing UK £1.75, EU £2.00, Int'l £3.00
This video was originally produced to give tour members a visual record, however there has been an interest expressed by others, so we now offer it to the wider audience. It contains nearly 3 hours of video footage. PAL Format
Post and Packing UK £1.75, EU £2.00, Int'l £3.00