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On the 18th February 2012, LMS Class 5MT 4-6-0 nos 45305 leads 44932 powering the 1Z86 London Euston to Carlisle (from Carnforth) at Docker. 86259 would work the train from London Euston to Carnforth and return from Preston, whilst the steam locomotives would work between Carnforth and Preston via the WCML, Carlisle and the S&C. 

45305 on the Cumbrian Mountain Express...

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After taking over from Br Blue 86259 'Les Ross' at Preston, LMS Class 5MT 4-6-0 no 45305 hauls the 1Z87 11:06 Preston to Carlisle via Hellifield and the Settle of Carlisle line. The tour had originated from London Euston as 1Z86. The Black Five makes an enthralling sight at Ribblehead station in wintry conditions on the 4th February 2012.