Rail Revival Plans Gain Momentum as MP Engages with Minister on Somerset Line Reconnection Tuesday, November 4, 2025 somerset railway westsomersetrailway transportation infrastructure bishopslydeard taunton heritagerail publictransport railrevival sport Efforts to revive Somerset’s historic rail connections took an important step forward this week as Rachel Gilmour, MP for Tiverton and Minehead, met with Rail Minister Lord Hendy to discuss plans to reconnect the West … Read More
'New Chapter' Begins as Work Commences on Portishead Railway Reopening Monday, November 3, 2025 portishead railway networkrail transport infrastructure northsomerset construction railreopening publictransport economicgrowth sport This week marks the start of vegetation clearance along the Portishead Railway line, paving the way for construction to reopen the long-disused railway. The work initiates the final phase of enabling tasks ahead of the main … Read More
'New Chapter' Begins as Key Work on Portishead Railway Reopens Monday, November 3, 2025 portishead railway restoration networkrail transport infrastructure northsomerset construction publictransport economicgrowth sport This week marks the start of significant preparatory work on the Portishead Railway, a line closed to passengers over half a century ago, in 1964. The first step involves clearing trees and vegetation along the route to make … Read More
Somerset’s Forgotten Railway Transformed Into Stunning Walking and Cycling Route Wednesday, October 29, 2025 somerset greenway cycling walking somersetcircle railway conservation community transport heritage A significant section of Somerset’s historic “forgotten railway” has been reborn as a beautiful and accessible walking and cycling path, linking Shepton Mallet with neighbouring villages. This revitalised route follows the … Read More
Historic Somerset Railway Launches Dual Train Operations with Steam and Diesel Saturday, October 25, 2025 railway somerset steam diesel heritage signalling cranmore volunteers railwayenthusiasts trains Railway enthusiasts have every reason to celebrate this weekend as the historic East Somerset Railway unveils a significant upgrade that enables it to run two trains simultaneously for the first time in its history. The … Read More
Historic Somerset Railway Celebrates Dual Operation with Steam and Diesel Saturday, October 25, 2025 railway steam heritage diesel signalling sussex cranmore volunteers timetable locomotive Railway enthusiasts have a reason to celebrate this weekend as the historic East Somerset Railway unveils a significant upgrade that allows it to run two trains simultaneously for the first time. This milestone enhancement … Read More