Minehead Rail Link to National Network Moves Forward Sunday, August 17, 2025 westsomersetrailway minehead raillink transport infrastructure somerset railproject ruraltransport departmentfortransport rachelgilmour sport Plans to reconnect the historic West Somerset Railway to the national rail network have gained momentum after Tiverton and Minehead MP Rachel Gilmour secured a vital meeting with senior Department for Transport officials. … Read More
Somerset Bus Services Updated with New Stops and Revised Schedules Wednesday, July 23, 2025 somerset buses timetable firstbus yeovil publictransport routes accessibility westsomersetrailway serviceupdate sport Starting next month, Somerset’s bus network will see important changes, including new stops and revised timetables. Notably, the 51 Yeovil Town Circular route will be divided into two separate services to enhance punctuality … Read More
Direct Bus Link Between Taunton and West Somerset Railway to End After Two Decades Monday, July 21, 2025 taunton westsomersetrailway firstgroup busservice publictransport bishop'slydeard somerset transportreliability accessibility bustimetable sport After serving passengers for 20 years, the direct bus link connecting Taunton and the West Somerset Railway (WSR) is set to be discontinued due to persistently low ridership. The 28 bus route, which travels from Taunton to … Read More
Flying Scotsman Trip Through Somerset Cancelled Amid Record Heatwave Friday, July 11, 2025 flyingscotsman westsomersetrailway heatwave traincancellation somerset steamlocomotive trackwork staffsafety railwayrestoration historictrain The iconic Flying Scotsman’s scheduled journey across Somerset was cancelled on July 11 due to record-breaking heat and a track incident. Operating between Bishops Lydeard and Minehead during June and July, the famous steam … Read More
Mighty Flying Scotsman Arrives in Somerset to Deliver Unforgettable Journeys Friday, July 4, 2025 flyingscotsman somerset steamlocomotive westsomersetrailway heritage railway historictrain steamengine traintravel restoration The world-renowned Flying Scotsman steam engine has arrived in Somerset for a limited summer engagement. Operating on the picturesque West Somerset Railway, the iconic train is offering unique rides between Bishops Lydeard … Read More
Flying Scotsman Steam Train Returns to Somerset This Summer Monday, June 23, 2025 flyingscotsman steamtrain westsomersetrailway heritagerailway railtravel trainrestoration steamlocomotive historictrain ukrailways touristattraction The legendary Flying Scotsman steam train is set to operate on the West Somerset Railway this summer, thrilling rail enthusiasts and history buffs alike. The historic locomotive will run services between Bishops Lydeard and … Read More