Final push for new Wellington railway station ahead of major announcement Friday, June 6, 2025 wellington railway transport somerset government investment infrastructure development rail spending One of Somerset’s MPs has made a last-ditch effort to secure approval for a new £15 million railway station in Wellington as the government prepares to announce the outcome of its spending review. The project has been … Read More
'Fastest' Steam Locomotive No. 60163 Tornado Returns to Somerset This Summer Tuesday, May 20, 2025 steam locomotive tornado somerset railway tourism heritage overhaul railtours brgreen This summer, steam enthusiasts and travelers across Somerset can look forward to the return of one of Britain’s most celebrated steam locomotives. No. 60163 Tornado, known as the fastest steam engine to run since the 1960s, … Read More
Historic UK Railway Revival Realizes Brunel’s Vision After 161 Years Sunday, May 18, 2025 railway brunel heritage somerset yeovil gwr restoration history steam railroad A long-abandoned railway stretch in Somerset is finally coming to life, 161 years after its initial design by Isambard Kingdom Brunel as part of the Great Western Railway (GWR). Originally, economic challenges prevented the … Read More
Emergency Incident at Bath Halts Train Services Wednesday, May 14, 2025 emergency bath trains transport incident suspension safety disruption commuters railway An emergency incident in Bath has forced the suspension of all train services in the area. Authorities responded quickly to the situation, prioritizing passenger safety. Commuters are advised to seek alternative routes and …
Brand New Somerset Railway Station Plan ‘Still on Track’ Wednesday, May 14, 2025 somerset railway wellington cullompton transport infrastructure economicgrowth publictransport government sustainability sport Plans to reopen railway stations in Wellington and Cullompton have received a significant boost after Transport Minister Simon Lightwood reaffirmed the government’s commitment to the proposals. During a recent debate in … Read More
Iconic 70ft Tall Chelfham Viaduct to Open for Second Time in 200 Years Sunday, May 11, 2025 chelfham viaduct railway heritage devon lynton barnstaple restoration history architecture Devon’s historic Chelfham Viaduct is set to open to pedestrians for only the second time since its construction in 1896, offering rail enthusiasts and locals a unique opportunity to traverse this engineering marvel and … Read More