What an event this is turning out to be! With five engines in steam, including THREE visiting/new-to-us engines all offering passenger rides!Â
Read moreSpring Steam Gala: Sunday, May 1st & Bank Holiday Monday, May 2nd
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Hornby launches limited edition model of SVR’s ‘purple loco’
On the day the Queen celebrates her 96th birthday, the Severn Valley Railway announced that it is partnering with leading British model company Hornby to produce a limited edition collector’s model of a locomotive with a very special royal connection.
Read moreMother’s Day at the Mid Norfolk Railway
The Mid Norfolk Railway is running a static Mother’s Day event this year at Dereham station, as unfortunately, over-running engineering works mean that the planned start of passenger services has had to be delayed.
Read moreAnother jewel in the SVR’s crown as 60007 joins the Gala line-up
LNER Class A4 60007 Sir Nigel Gresley has been confirmed as the third guest locomotive at the Severn Valley Railway’s Spring Steam Gala between April 21-24.
Read moreKeighley trials boost bio-coal progressÂ
The first-ever trial of bio-coal in a full size, standard gauge locomotive has been described as a ‘milestone’ for steam.Â
Read moreHeritage Railway Association Awards looking for 2022 nominations
The Heritage Railway Association Annual Awards event is looking for nominations to help celebrate the successes of restoration and preservation.
Read moreChristmas services selling fast at the Severn Valley Railway
The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has revealed its range of Christmas experiences, starting from November 19 through until Christmas Eve.
Read moreSwanage Railway announces Steam and Lights Christmas schedule
Swanage Railway has announced the return of the evocative Steam and Lights Christmas trains after last year’s success.
Read moreRestoration of Taff Vale locomotive reaches fundraising milestone
The Gwili Vintage Carriage Group has reached the first fundraising milestone to enable the overhaul and eventual return to steam of Taff Vale Railway Locomotive No.28.
Read moreWest Somerset Railway announce plans for Winterlights services
West Somerset Railway (WSR) has announced plans for a brand new Christmas event for 2021.
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