The North Yorkshire Moors Railway has announced that 34028 Eddystone is the latest addition to its Annual Steam Gala lineup

Eddystone was built in 1946 at Brighton Works and visits the NYMR thanks to the Swanage Railway and Southern Locomotives Ltd.

34028 joins the home fleet of the locomotives as well as previously announced 4079 Pendennis Castle and 2253 Omaha.

The gala will take place between the 26th and 29th of September and will feature model railways, intensive timetable and more.

“We are absolutely delighted to welcome No. 34028 ‘Eddystone’ to our Annual Steam Gala. This locomotive has a storied history and a unique charm that we know our visitors will love. Alongside the other visiting locomotives ‘Pendennis Castle’ and ‘Omaha,’ and our fantastic home fleet, this year’s gala promises to be an exciting celebration of steam heritage.”

Laura Strangeway, CEO at NYMR