Bridgnorth

Raising the roof at Bridgnorth

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Robin Jones

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30th December 2021

Fifty-one years after it launched its first public services, the Severn Valley Railway has been meticulously planning a civil engineering operation that is essential to keep one of the world’s leading heritage lines at the forefront of steam locomotive maintenance and operation for the next half century. John Titlow reports on the planned operation to…
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Nine railways you can enjoy a brew or pint at

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Gareth Evans

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5th July 2020

While some heritage lines have yet to recommence their regular train operation, they have reopened their refreshment facilities. If you fancy a day out which also supports a heritage railway – perhaps combining it with a walk or cycle ride – why not call in for a cuppa, a pint or piece of cake or…
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Severn Valley Railway launches ‘Adopt-an-Engine’ as it opens online shop

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Gareth Evans

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19th May 2020

The Severn Valley Railway has reopened its virtual doors with the launch of its online shop, featuring a range of gifts for railway enthusiasts of all ages. The heritage line has launched ‘Adopt-an-Engine’ packages which each come with a selection of exclusive merchandise alongside a certificate and glossy photograph of the chosen locomotive. With four…
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Severn Valley Railway emergency appeal hits £100,000 milestone

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Sam Hewitt

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2nd April 2020

The coronavirus pandemic has forced the closure of the Severn Valley Railway, one of the country’s leading heritage attractions. But, the railway’s emergency appeal has already raised more than £100,000.
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Severn Valley becomes Welsh Valleys!

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Sam Hewitt

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10th April 2019

The three-day spring steam gala in brought in the crowds, reports Robin Jones and Gareth Evans.
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Impromptu ‘gala’ brings in the crowds

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Sam Hewitt

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15th March 2019

By Paul Appleton THE first day of the Severn Valley Railway’s 2019 operating season, February 16, had the air of a gala event, with former BR Standard 4MT 4-6-0 No. 75069 making its public debut on the 10.30am ex-Bridgnorth and the first train off Kidderminster double-headed by GWR/PTR 0-6-0ST No. 813 and Collett 0-6-0PT No.…
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New-build Standard 3MT moves on to Severn Valley Railway metals

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Sam Hewitt

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13th February 2019

Severn Valley Railway-based new-build BR 3MT No 82045 took a major step forward last month.
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