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
Wellington Station Project Moves Forward After Years of Delay Wednesday, September 17, 2025 wellington railway networkrail station construction transport infrastructure campaign somerset liberaldemocrats Wellington’s Member of Parliament, Gideon Amos, has described a recent site meeting with Network Rail officials as “very positive,” as plans for the town’s new railway station gain momentum after years of uncertainty. Mr. … Read More
More Than 300 New Homes Planned Near Wellington Railway Station Saturday, September 13, 2025 wellington housing development railway somerset sustainability transport community planning greenway Plans have been unveiled for over 300 new homes close to Wellington’s upcoming railway station, marking a significant step in the town’s growth and sustainable development. West of England Developments (Taunton) Ltd. gained … Read More
New Developer to Deliver 161 Homes Near Wellington’s Upcoming Railway Station Wednesday, September 10, 2025 wellington development housing bloor railway planning consultation nynehead infrastructure somerset New homes are still set to be built near Wellington’s new railway station, but the project has shifted hands to a different developer. Bloor Homes South West has stepped in to purchase the land previously secured by West of … Read More
Police Incident Halts Somerset Train Services Tuesday, September 9, 2025 somerset train police incident transport delay safety commuters travel railway Train services across Somerset have been temporarily suspended following a police incident. Authorities are currently managing the situation, prioritizing passenger safety. Commuters are advised to check for updates before …