Three industrial steam locomotives at West Somerset Railway’s Autumn Steam Weekend
This weekend's Autumn Steam Weekend at the West Somerset Railway will feature three locomotives that spent much of their lives in industrial service.
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West Somerset Railway to celebrate since two Hymeks saved for preservation
On the August Bank Holiday weekend, the West Somerset Railway will celebrate the 50th anniversary of purchasing Hymek No. D7017.
Flying Scotsman Returns to the West Somerset Railway
From Monday, 28th June, the West Somerset Railway will see its first trains hauled by a special, world-famous locomotive.
Steam locomotive 7029 Clun Castle to pass through Bristol this Saturday
7029 Clun Castle will be hauling The Whistling Ghost this Saturday (31st May 2025) between Birmingham and Bishops Lydeard.
Class 45 locomotive to visit the West Somerset Railway
Class 45 No. 45108 will be making a welcome return to the West Somerset Railway for its Summer Diesel Festival at the beginning of June.
Steam locomotive 45596 Bahamas set for West Somerset Railway visit
The West Somerset Railway has announced that LMS Jubilee No. 45596 Bahamas will visit them for their Spring Steam Gala. Taking place between the 2nd…
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.
161 year old steam locomotive set for Somerset visit
The West Somerset Railway has announced that Furness Railway No. 20 will be visiting them for their week long celebrations to mark the 150th Anniversa…