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West Somerset Railway to celebrate express locomotive development

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September 19, 2025
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Between the 17th and 19th of October, the West Somerset Railway is holding its Autumn Steam Gala.

Steam locomotive 5029 Nunney Castle set for West Somerset Gala

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August 19, 2025
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The West Somerset Railway has announced an exciting line-up of locomotives for its Autumn Steam Weekend from 17th to 19th October.

West Somerset Railway to celebrate since two Hymeks saved for preservation

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August 17, 2025
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On the August Bank Holiday weekend, the West Somerset Railway will celebrate the 50th anniversary of purchasing Hymek No. D7017.

Steam locomotive No. 563 to visit the West Somerset Railway

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July 24, 2025
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The West Somerset Railway has announced that its Autumn Steam Gala Weekend will be returning on the 17th -19th October.

West Somerset Railway release update after track issues caused Flying Scotsman cancellation

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July 12, 2025
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The West Somerset Railway has released an update after they had to cancel Flying Scotsman services today, 11th July 2025. A trackwork incident was found…

HST to run on the West Somerset Railway this weekend

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July 2, 2025
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On the 5th July, visitors to the West Somerset Railway can have the opportunity to travel on a HST set.

Flying Scotsman Returns to the West Somerset Railway

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June 24, 2025
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From Monday, 28th June, the West Somerset Railway will see its first trains hauled by a special, world-famous locomotive.

Train Sim World 5 helps Thomas celebrate his 80th birthday

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May 31, 2025
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For the 80th Anniversary of Thomas & Friends, a Train Sim World 5 Expansion of the visit by Thomas to the West Somerset Railway has been released.

Firebox appeal launched for steam locomotive No. 7822 Foxcote Manor

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May 30, 2025
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The Foxcote Manor Society (FMS) has launched a new appeal to raise funds to manufacture and fit a new firebox to the locomotive.

Steam locomotive 60103 Flying Scotsman to visit the West Somerset Railway

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April 17, 2025
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World-famous locomotive, Flying Scotsman, is set to haul trains on the West Somerset Railway later this year. An agreement has been signed between the railway…