Full Steam Ahead for Overhaul of Historic Locomotive Sunday, October 5, 2025 locomotive restoration railway heritage wsra steam westsomerset overhaul vintage preservation Restoration is steaming full speed ahead on the West Somerset Railway as it prepares to celebrate a landmark anniversary. The West Somerset Railway Association (WSRA) is currently undertaking major overhauls of a cherished … Read More
The Rise and Fall of Severn Beach: The 'Blackpool of the West' Sunday, September 28, 2025 severnbeach bristol resort history tourism railway bluelagoon severnsalmon nostalgia development Severn Beach, a suburb of Bristol nestled at the mouth of the River Severn, was once a vibrant seaside resort affectionately known as the “Blackpool of the West.” Unlike a traditional seaside town, its unique … Read More
Major Road to Close for Seven Weeks During Portway Bridge Refurbishment Monday, September 22, 2025 frome portway a362 networkrail bridge refurbishment railway closure construction traffic The A362 in Frome will be completely closed for seven weeks starting October 6, as Network Rail undertakes essential refurbishment work on the Portway railway bridge. This major infrastructure upgrade aims to enhance safety … Read More
Major Road to Close for Seven Weeks as Portway Railway Bridge Undergoes Essential Works Monday, September 22, 2025 portway frome networkrail a362 bridge refurbishment railway closure diversion infrastructure Network Rail is set to close the A362 completely for seven weeks as it carries out essential refurbishment work on the Portway railway bridge in Frome. The bridge, originally built in the 1970s, supports a railway line over … Read More
60 Years of Express Steam Locomotives Celebrated at West Somerset Gala Sunday, September 21, 2025 steam railway locomotive preservation heritage express lswr gwr somnerset gala The West Somerset Railway’s Autumn Steam Gala will honor six decades of express steam locomotive history, featuring two distinguished guest engines: the T3 Class No. 563 and the iconic No. 5029 “Nunney Castle.” As … Read More
New Wellington Railway Station Delayed Until 2028 with Increased Costs Friday, September 19, 2025 wellington railway delays construction networkrail transport infrastructure costs accessroad railservices The construction of Wellington’s new railway station has encountered significant delays and rising costs, postponing its opening until 2028. Initially estimated at around £15 million, the project’s budget has now … Read More