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BWC4 - Day 1 Timing & Spec Update

#1565 Posted on: 09 March 2026 at 17:19 by Andrew CrippsType: Public

Please see an updated spec and some updated timings for BWC4 Day 1 via the Fixtures Tab.



***New Fixture Now Open***

#1564 Posted on: 06 March 2026 at 09:01 by Andrew CrippsType: Public

Please see the Fixtures tab for our new fixture which has just opened this morning:

The Best of Both Worlds - Sunday 10th May 2026



PU / SD times updated for 2 fixtures

#1563 Posted on: 05 March 2026 at 19:31 by Andrew CrippsType: Public

Please find some slightly revised PU / SD times for 2 fixtures on our Fixtures Tab:

Alstom's Depot Dash

Gerald of Wales / Y Gerallt Gymro



BWC Update - Paisley Canal

#1562 Posted on: 04 March 2026 at 19:08 by Andrew CrippsType: Public

Regarded by many as one of the most sought after lines in Scotland for loco hauled travel, and certainly for those that record where they have travelled by Class 37, we are delighted to confirm operational arrangments are in place to cover the Paisley Canal line during BWC 4.

This requires an electrical isolation to the overheads to be put in place, which our friends at Network Rail are arranging. We are so grateful for all the arrangements that have been made to facilitate this.

We will cover this line on the Sunday after the last passenger train has cleared the line, so we are currently shuffling the sequence of routes we cover over the three days to ensure we can deliver this component. Again, we could not ask for better support from Network Rail both in Scotland and in the planning team in Milton Keynes for their significant support in this very complex project.

We expect there to be an opportunity to take photographs whilst the train reverses.

If you wish to join us, tickets are available via the Fixtures Tab.



BWC4 - Day 1 Update

#1561 Posted on: 04 March 2026 at 11:35 by Andrew CrippsType: Public

Many of you are aware that the beautiful line to Stranraer passing Ailsa Craig has a restriction in place that prohibits the use of Class 37s with roof-mounted horns. Due to exceptional support from our friends at Network Rail, GB Railfreight and RailTech Solutions, a temporary certificate will be in place with a few speed restrictions here and there. We are very grateful for the collaborative approach of our industry partners to help us with our charity event.

A few tickets still remain for BWC 4 and are available via the Fixtures Tab. See you all in 2 weeks!



***New Fixture Now Open*** & Updated fixture timings

#1558 Posted on: 27 February 2026 at 21:07 by Andrew CrippsType: Public

Please see the Fixtures tab for our new fixture: Alstom's Depot Dash, on Saturday 4th April 2026

We also have updated timings for Down to Dundee, thanks to Network Rail for early visibility. Our website has been updated accordingly. A set down at Inverkeithing has been added in response to requests which gives the option of departures southbound.



Save the Date! 22nd - 24th May 2026

#1555 Posted on: 24 February 2026 at 16:53 by Andrew CrippsType: Public

Please see a new Save the date added to our Fixtures Tab:

22nd - 24th May - The Gosh Ness Monster - Class 201 Tonbridge to Inverness via Bo’ness

More details soon!



Up to Uttoxeter - Additional SD Added

#1553 Posted on: 23 February 2026 at 17:59 by Andrew CrippsType: Public

We are pleased to advise an East Midlands Parkway set down has been added in response to customer requests at 19.35.



***New Fixture Now Open***

#1549 Posted on: 16 February 2026 at 20:02 by Andrew CrippsType: Public

Pleased to advise a new fixture has opened this evening for you to book - please see the Fixtures Tab for full details and to book online.

Gerald of Wales / Y Gerallt Gymro - Saturday 25th April 2026



   ~ Richmond Light Railway trip June 13th 2026 and other news

#1548 Posted on: 16 February 2026 at 08:30 by Paul StewartType: Public

We are well over the minimum number now so there is no reason to think that it will not take place, In fact, NOT MANY PLACES ARE LEFT TO BOOK NOW.

Spaces have also become available on the 10.30 visit to WHITESTONE LAKE RAILWAY in Herefordshire on Sat 7 March and the afternoon APEDALE RAILWAY railtour on Sun 15 March. This is likely to be the one and only chance to do the new Museum Lines there.

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