

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Dr Richard Marks - SWANAGE RAILWAY TALK & BOOK SIGNING | Wareham Museum
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 11 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Wed, 11 Mar, 2026 at 03:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Discover the history of the Swanage Railway, from Victorian origins to heritage revival, with stories of people, places, and passion.About this EventJoin us for an engaging talk with Dr Richard Marks as he explores the fascinating story of the Swanage Railway. From its Victorian origins, built to support local industries and connect rural communities, to its decline in the 20th century and eventual revival as a beloved heritage line, Dr Marks brings the railway’s history to life.Through stories of the people who built, worked on, and ultimately preserved the line, alongside historic photographs and insights into the engineering and social history of the area, this talk celebrates both the challenges and triumphs of the Swanage Railway. Ideal for railway enthusiasts, local history lovers, and anyone curious about Dorset’s rich transport heritage, this event offers a captivating journey through more than a century of railways in the Purbeck region.About the SpeakerDr Richard Marks is a freelance historian based in Berkshire, known for bringing Britain’s industrial past vividly to life. With a PhD in History from the University of Reading (2024), he specialises in industrial, military, and railway history, as well as the history of science — weaving together technical insight and human stories with compelling clarity.All talks are free of charge.Should you wish to make a donation to the Museum please click here. Your donation supports the running and upkeep of the museum.
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- **Event Categories**: nonprofit
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## Event venue details

- **city**: Wareham
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: The Corn Exchange
- **lat**: 50.6861626
- **long**: -2.1095981
- **full address**: The Corn Exchange, The Corn Exchange, Wareham, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Wed, 11 Mar, 2026 at 02:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** The Corn Exchange, The Corn Exchange, Wareham, United Kingdom
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 GBP
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Wareham Town Museum
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** nonprofit
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Dr Richard Marks - SWANAGE RAILWAY TALK & BOOK SIGNING | Wareham Museum ?
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