Swanage Railway celebrates surprise gala appearance
A new Class 99 freight locomotive, described as the UK’s most advanced diesel and electric hybrid locomotive, has hauled its first passenger train o…
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Railtour to bring passengers to Swanage Diesel Gala and Beer Festival in style
The Swanage Railway is set to come alive on Saturday, 9 May, with its much-loved Diesel Gala and Beer Festival, drawing enthusiasts and day-trippers a…
Somerset and Dorset Railway announce 2026 event program
The 2026 season at the Somerset and Dorset Railway begins on Easter Sunday, 5 April, with trains returning to service at Midsomer Norton South Station…
Agreement will see steam locomotive 30120 return to steam
The 563 Locomotive Group has announced the next stage in its project to return London & South Western Railway T9 Class 4-4-0 steam locomotive No. …
Original Swanage Railway restoration volunteers gather in Dorset for fiftieth anniversary
The volunteers who, as teenagers, began working to restore the Swanage Railway in 1976 have gathered to celebrate its fiftieth anniversary.
Find out what goes on behind the scenes at a heritage railway
The Swanage Railway is holding a Community Weekend in February, when visitors can get the rare chance to find out what goes on behind the scenes.
Disruption to Hampshire and Dorset trains as engineers attend fault
UPDATE: Lines have reopened. Disruption will last until end of service Major disruption is affecting trains between Bournemouth and Southampton Central due to a signalling…
Steam locomotive 35028 Clan Line to pass through Wiltshire this Wednesday
35028 Clan Line is to pass through Wiltshire this Wednesday (3rd December) as it hauls The Sherborne Christmas Carol. Departing London Victoria at 08:44, the…
Work on Somerset Railway Bridge Completed
A 1970s bridge in Frome has been successfully strengthened to help prevent faults.
Thermal Imaging Cameras installed on South Western Hotshot train
SWR names a class 450 'Hotshot' ahead of a 12-month trial fitted with Thermal Imaging Cameras
