Severn Valley Railway

  • Severn Valley Railway Spring Steam Up to go ahead as planned

    Severn Valley Railway Spring Steam Up to go ahead as planned

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    The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has announced that its Spring Steam Up event will go ahead in April, although the railway will not be able to open in time for Easter as originally planned.

  • Lady of Legend to headline at Severn Valley Railway’s Spring Steam Up

    Lady of Legend to headline at Severn Valley Railway’s Spring Steam Up

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    The Severn Valley Railway (SVR) has announced No. 2999 Lady of Legend will be the star guest of the railway’s Spring Steam Up in April.

  • Severn Valley Railway welcomes 4930 Hagley Hall boiler home

    Severn Valley Railway welcomes 4930 Hagley Hall boiler home

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    The Severn Valley Railway has welcomed back the overhauled boiler of its flagship locomotive 4930 Hagley Hall, following extensive works at Northern Steam Engineering.

  • Severn Valley Railway back in business after months of closure

    Severn Valley Railway back in business after months of closure

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    This weekend saw a huge moment in the heritage railway sector as the Severn Valley Railway (SVR) reopened to the public – after months of closures due to COVID-19.

  • Nine railways you can enjoy a brew or pint at

    Nine railways you can enjoy a brew or pint at

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    While some heritage lines have yet to recommence their regular train operation, they have reopened their refreshment facilities. If you fancy a day out which also supports a heritage railway – perhaps combining it with a walk or cycle ride – why not call in for a cuppa, a pint or piece of cake or…

  • Railways returning to action!

    Railways returning to action!

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    It’s been a long time coming, but the main 2020 season for a number of Britain’s heritage railways and attractions is springing into action following the gradual easing of Covid-19 restrictions. Therefore, we thought we’d bring you a list in alphabetical order of which venues are operating and when they’re set to recommence. Note however,…

  • Severn Valley Railway announces reopening from early August

    Severn Valley Railway announces reopening from early August

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    Severn Valley Railway has announced it will reopen for passenger services from August 1 with a range of excursions aimed at bringing families together.

  • Severn Valley Railway launches ‘Adopt-an-Engine’ as it opens online shop

    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…

  • Severn Valley Railway emergency appeal hits £100,000 milestone

    Severn Valley Railway emergency appeal hits £100,000 milestone

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    The coronavirus pandemic has forced the closure of the Severn Valley Railway, one of the country’s leading heritage attractions. But, the railway’s emergency appeal has already raised more than £100,000.

  • Severn Valley Railway faced with extensive flooding in video footage

    Severn Valley Railway faced with extensive flooding in video footage

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    Extensive flooding on the Severn Valley Railway can be seen in recent footage taken by Daniel Maxwell for the SVR.

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