August 14

On August 14 in SVR history.

• 1976 The concrete base for Bridgnorth Loco Works was poured.
• 1995 The pilot episode of BBC TV sitcom Oh Doctor Beeching! was first broadcast. The series was filmed at Arley.
• 2001 SVR(H) purchased the old Highley Colliery sidings and landsale yard at auction at a cost of £35,000. The land became the site for The Engine House.
• 2010 The railway pulled in more than 30 prospective new guards from a special recruiting day.

Gallery

Photos taken on 14 August:

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  1963: a northbound DMU at Alveley Halt (Sellick Collection)

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  1963: Billingsley sidings, view of the disused line to Billingsley Colliery (Sellick Collection)

See also

On this day in SVR history

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