Controversial time remembered as retired Dorset railwayman greets train
The last Corfe Castle signalman from 1972 was back on the platform to greet a 50th anniversary train marking a controversial moment in time.
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Swanage Railway launches £25,000 appeal to help fund restoration work
A £25,000 appeal has been launched to help fund the restoration of the tender belonging to a unique Victorian T3 class locomotive.
Swanage Railway re-opens
Steam trains are now running between Noden, Corfe Castle and Swanage, and passengers can be reassured they are Covid-safe.
Swanage Railway plans reopening
The Swanage Railway will resume service Norden, Corfe Castle and Swanage on 12 April 2021 – subject to the lifting of Government restrictions.
Victorian T9 class locomotive to remain at the Swanage Railway
Under a new agreement, the Victorian London & South Western Railway T9 class steam locomotive No. 30120 will remain on the Swanage Railway.
Extra runs on New Year’s Eve for ‘Steam and Lights‘ train
Swanage Railway volunteers are to operate two extra evocative ‘Steam and Lights’ trains on 31 December, due to huge demand.
Swanage Railway hopes to re-instate line to Wareham
Swanage Railway plans to link Swanage and Corfe Castle with Wareham, a service that was axed in January 1972.
Government lifeline reaches Swanage Railway
The Swanage Railway is set to receive a life-saving financial boost from the Government – thanks to the £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund.
Swanage Railway swaps Santa Special for Steam and Lights in run up to Christmas
Leading up to Christmas, a coronavirus-safe Steam and Lights train is to operate on Swanage Railway – a first for the award-winning heritage line.
Swanage Railway SOS appeal reaches £261,809 on special anniversary day
An urgent ‘Save Our Service’ appeal to help the award-winning Swanage Railway survive in the wake of the economic effects of coronavirus has celebrated reaching £261,809, but more funds are needed.