Staff and volunteers on the West Somerset Railway are gearing up for their biggest special event for almost three years.
Read moreWest Somerset Railway gearing up for Spring Steam Gala
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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 moreGreat Central Railway approves plans for £1m bridge replacement
The Great Central Railway PLC’s Board have approved for work on the replacement of Bridge 326 crossing the A60 adjacent to the former Brush Works in Loughborough to begin.
Read moreCharity railtour from Crewe to Windsor to mark Platinum Jubilee
The Railway Benefit Fund (RBF) have organised a charity railtour from Crewe to Windsor on June 3, supported by Locomotive Services Limited.
Read moreNational Railway Museum’s receives £2.5m in largest single donation
The National Railway Museum in York has received £2.5m from The Liz and Terry Bramall Foundation to fund a new interactive gallery for families called Wonderlab.
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 moreCambrian Railways set to reopen after being abandoned for half a century
A disused North Shropshire railway line, abandoned and unloved for 50 years, has been restored by enthusiasts and will reopen to passengers once again from April 2, 2022.
Read moreGuests announced for Severn Valley Railway’s Spring Diesel Festival
The Severn Valley Railway has announced two guest locomotives that will be visiting for its Spring Diesel Festival in May.
Read moreWorld famous Flying Scotsman back in action in 2022
The world famous steam locomotive No. 60103 Flying Scotsman is back on the tracks in 2022, hauling a limited number of steam excursions before undergoing a boiler overhaul.
Read moreTeddies and kids go free this February half-term at Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway is offering free travel for children when they bring their favourite teddy bear friend along for a scenic ride on the iconic steam railway this February half-term.
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