No. 34027 Taw Valley
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From the archive: Clan Line and the Golden Arrow – a marriage made in heaven
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Joan Jackson tells the story of the special relationship between the Merchant Navy Locomotive Preservation Society and the Venice-Simplon Orient Express. Sitting in my luxury seat on the Southampton boat train hauled by an immaculately-presented ‘Merchant Navy’, it is almost impossible to believe that 27 years ago a steam ban fell across the nation. For…
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Severn Valley Railway launches ‘Adopt-an-Engine’ as it opens online shop
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The Severn Valley Railway has reopened its virtual doors with the launch of its online shop, featuring a range of gifts for railway enthusiasts of all ages. The heritage line has launched ‘Adopt-an-Engine’ packages which each come with a selection of exclusive merchandise alongside a certificate and glossy photograph of the chosen locomotive. With four…
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Mogul and ‘Wells’ join the ‘Q’ at Severn Valley autumn spectacular
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A DISTINCT Southern Region atmosphere surrounded the Severn Valley Railway’s (SVR) Autumn Steam Gala on September 19-22, with five of the participating locomotives having a BR(S) pedigree. East Lancashire Railway Bulleid ‘West County’ No. 34092 City of Wells was surprisingly making its first visit to SVR metals. The air-smoothed Pacific proved to be a popular draw,…
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