New Somerset train services approved
The Office for Rail and Road has approved new train services between Swindon, Taunton and Weston-super-Mare. It is expected that the train services, which will…
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Luxury sleeper train to visit Wales and Somerset in 2025
Belmond's new luxury sleeper train is to visit the East Somerset Railway in July 2025
Futures confirmed for two Manor steam locomotives
The Erlestoke Manor Fund has announced plans for its two GWR Manor locomotives. The group own two Manor locomotives, 7812 Erlestoke Manor and 7802 Bradley…
Successful Somerset trials for battery-powered locomotive
Battery-powered Class 08e locomotive, No. 08308, has had a successful two weeks with Mendip Rail at Heidelberg Materials’ Whatley Quarry in Somerset. Positive Traction built…
The West Somerset Railway’s Spring Steam Gala is streaming now!
As our streaming library grows, we are pleased to announce that the West Somerset Railway‘s Spring Steam Gala 2023 is the next to feature. This…
Pioneering Christmas event set for Somerset Railway
The West Somerset Railway are to pioneer a Pantomime on a Train this Christmas
Steam locomotive to pass through Reading this Saturday
LMS Black 5 No. 44871 is to pass through Reading this Saturday (20th July) as it hauls a special to Minehead.
West Somerset Railway announce a Grange Manor Hall weekend
The West Somerset Railway (WSR) will be holding an extra event for enthusiasts at the end of July.
Somerset railway declares its Summer Diesel Festival a resounding success
The Summer Diesel Festival at the West Somerset Railway was a resounding success, with sales up 10% in comparison with last year’s festival.
Glastonbury Festival goers encouraged to travel by train
Organisers of the world-famous Glastonbury Festival have released an announcement asking those planning to attend the festival to be "climate heroes" …
