Get ready for an exciting weekend full of modern and heritage traction!
What to expect from this weekend: ride behind rare mainline diesels, as well as the best of the SVR’s home-fleet of steam and diesel locomotives. There’ll be attractions along the whole line, including a beer festival at Kidderminster, diesel depot visits, model railways at The Engine House and the chance to see famous steam locomotive GWR 4930 Hagley Hall. Profits from the event will go the the Great Ormond Street Hospital.
Attractions include:
- GBRf mainline locomotives, including Class 57, 66, 69 and 73.
- Heritage locomotives, including GWR 4930 Hagley Hall, Class 50 and Class 52.
- Kidderminster Diesel Depot visits.
- Model railway exhibition at The Engine House, courtesy of Hornby Magazine.
- Mini beer festival at Kidderminster Station.
For our eagle-eyed enthusiasts, on Friday 5 September, travel on a an evening GBRf loco hauled by Branchline Society Railtour to the Gala, returning to its start-point on Monday 8 September. Details available soon.
Normal fares apply: purchase Freedom of the Line or Short Journey tickets. Available in advance or on the day.
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