Recognition for West Lancashire steam locomotive
The Sybil Locomotive Trust has won recognition in the form of runner-up and Highly Commended placings for the Steam Locomotive of the Year award at th…
Tag: West Lancashire Light Railway
Visiting steam locomotive for Lancashire railway
The West Lancashire Light Railway, based between Preston and Southport in Lancashire, is welcoming visiting locomotive Bagnall Sir Tom from the Threlk…
West Lancashire steam railway to host Summer Gala this August
The West Lancashire Light Railway (WLLR) Summer Gala will take place on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 August from 11:30 until 17:00.
West Lancashire Light Railway Trust attends Downing Street Reception
On 24th April, the Chairman of the West Lancashire Light Railway Trust attended a reception for Local Charity Champions at 10 Downing Street
West Lancashire Light Railway invites youngsters to meet Friendly Engines
The West Lancashire Light Railway (WLLR) is holding a 'Friendly Engine' event this Sunday (30 April) between 11.30am and 4.30pm.
Preparation continues for 2023 season at Lancashire heritage railway
Volunteers at the West Lancashire Light Railway, in the village of Hesketh Bank, are currently busy preparing for the start of the 2023 season.
West Lancashire Light Railway takes a green approach in recycling elements of Southport Pier
The narrow gauge railway is making use of old equipment as the pier undergoes restoration with a first set of recycled rails now on site.
Photos: Working Engines Gala at West Lancashire Light Railway
Last Sunday, 2nd October, the West Lancashire Light Railway held its annual Working Engines Gala on its 2ft (610 mm.) narrow gauge railway.
Steam locomotive Stanhope returns to the West Lancashire Light Railway
Kerr Stuart 0-4-2 saddle tank Stanhope has returned to the West Lancashire Light Railway from its home at the Apedale Valley Light Railway.