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Regular train service resumes between Gloucester and Chepstow after Severn Estuary work

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May 18, 2025
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Trains between Gloucester and Chepstow returned to their usual schedule this morning (Saturday 17 May) after Network Rail completed five days of improvement and upgrade work.

Asparagus Train on the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway

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May 10, 2025
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On Sunday, the 4th May, the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway (GWSR) steam hauled the ‘Asparagus Express’ from Broadway Station.

Weekend disruptions to Gloucestershire train services in May

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April 24, 2025
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Engineering work will severely disrupt train services in the Gloucester and Cheltenham during the early spring bank holiday and the following weekends.

Book Review: Rail Freight South West England by Paul Shannon

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April 22, 2025
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This book illustrates how freight in South West England has changed over the last 40 years in its traction, rolling stock, and railway infrastructure.

Train travel tips for passengers heading to Cheltenham Festival

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March 11, 2025
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Passengers travelling via Birmingham to Cheltenham this week have been given travel advice by Network Rail

Northern Belle to offer punters a choice of menus on Cheltenham Gold Cup special train

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March 9, 2025
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Luxury train operator Northern Belle has released a taster of what punters can expect on its special train to the Cheltenham Gold Cup on 14th March.

Gloucester station subway reopens as improvement work is completed

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March 1, 2025
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Gloucester station subway has reopened today (Friday 28 February). This follows the completion of the station upgrade project.

Severn Valley Railway landslip appeal supported by Gloucestershire model company

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February 28, 2025
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Modelu has created eight model figures that depict Severn Valley Railway volunteers and are donating 50% of the sale price for every one they sell…

Steam locomotive 34092 City of Wells set for Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway gala visit

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February 7, 2025
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The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway has announced that 34092 City of Wells is set to visit for their Cotswold Festival of Steam. 34092 City of…

Gloucestershire home for steam locomotive 6880 Betton Grange

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December 16, 2024
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A deal has been struck between the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway and the 6880 Betton Grange Society which will see 6880 Betton Grange based at…