Dorset Railway invites visitors to participate in the Big Butterfly Count
This year's Big Butterfly Count runs from the 17th July until the 9th August 2026.
Tag: Swanage
Fundraising appeal launched for accessible carriages at Dorset railway
A fundraising appeal has been launched by the Swanage Railway to help overhaul and convert two carriages.
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…
Class 20 locomotive on long term loan at Swanage Railway ahead of upcoming gala
Next month, from the 8th to the 10th of May, the Swanage Railway will be hosting its Diesel Gala and Beer Festival and even has a connecting railtour.…
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…
Northampton & Lamport Railway celebrate purchase of steam locomotive
Northampton & Lamport Railway is celebrating a major acquisition: a historic 0-6-0 saddle tank steam locomotive, No.16, which once powered the Corby I…
Steam locomotive 60103 Flying Scotsman to return to Swanage
The Swanage Railway are set to celebrate its 50th Anniversary this autumn with a visit from the renowned Flying Scotsman.
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.
Inspiration set to visit Swanage Railway in February
Next month, the Swanage Railway is set to see a visit from the Railway 200 Inspiration Train.