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This page provides a brief summary of current and forthcoming events on the SVR, and links to where further information can be found. Historical information will be moved to the [[Severn Valley Railway Timeline 2010-2019 | latest history timeline page]] as necessary.
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This page provides a brief summary of current and forthcoming events on the SVR, and links to where further information can be found. Historical information will be moved to the [[Severn Valley Railway Timeline 2020-2029 | latest history timeline page]] as necessary.
  
 
==Links to sources of information==
 
==Links to sources of information==
 
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The [http://www.svr.co.uk/ '''SVR Main Web Site'''] is  primarily aimed at the travelling public.  It includes all the latest news relevant to that sector, including details of forthcoming events, timetables, locomotive rosters, ticket sales and so on.
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The [https://www.svr.co.uk/ '''SVR Main Web Site'''] is  primarily aimed at the travelling public.  It includes all the latest news relevant to that sector, including details of forthcoming events, timetables, locomotive rosters, ticket sales and so on.
  
[http://www.svrlive.com/Pages/default.aspx '''SVR Live'''] is also an official SVR web site, for members, shareholders and enthusiasts. It is regularly updated with news from various sources, including social media and SVR-related websites. A secure section of this site is used by Working Members for internal communication. Information which is publically accessible for enthusiasts includes Traffic Notices, Working Timetables, lineside photography policy and application forms, and so on. SVR Live also contains regular monthly news announcements, although these are of a more specialist nature concerning matters like locomotive overhauls and infrastructure upgradesThe Working Members’ monthly newsletter <b>‘Express Points’</b> is also publically accessible. The sister <b>Web Round Up</b> covers items in the public domain and on the internet which relate to the Severn Valley Railway. Links are shown to point readers towards the original source, rather than reproducing every detail.  
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[https://www.svrlive.com '''SVR Live'''] is also an official SVR web site, for members, shareholders and enthusiasts. SVR Live contains occasional news announcements, although these are of a more specialist nature concerning matters like locomotive overhauls and infrastructure upgrades. Information which is publicly accessible for enthusiasts includes Traffic Notices, Working Timetables and so on. Certain pages from time to time are secured for password-protected use by Working Members for internal communication on AGMs and the like. Until March 2018 it also carried regular updates from various sources, including social media and SVR-related websites, now discontinued.   
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<b>'[https://www.svrlive.com/expresspointshome Express Points]'</b> is the Working Members’ monthly newsletter which moved to an online only delivery in January 2017. It is distributed by email to those who have registered, and it also publicly accessible on SVR Live, which includes an archive of past editions.
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<b>'[https://www.svrlive.com/branchlineshome Branch Lines]'</b> is a monthly newsletter for SVR Members, Shareholders and supporters. It is published on SVR Live, which includes an archive since April 2017.  
 
   
 
   
[http://forum.svra.org.uk/ '''SVR-Online Forum'''] is an unofficial discussion forum, run on a voluntary basis for members, volunteers and SVR enthusiasts.  Day to day ‘chat’ takes place on SVR-related topics such as Special Events, Motive Power, Rolling Stock and so on.  Access is freely available, although it is necessary to register before being able to post.
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<b>‘SVR Online’</b> is a secure password-protected intranet site is used by the SVR for internal communication with staff and Working Members.
  
==Current and forthcoming events==
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The SVR has active official Social Media accounts on [https://www.facebook.com/svrofficial/ '''Facebook'''], [https://twitter.com/svrofficialsite '''Twitter'''], and [https://www.instagram.com/severnvalleyrailwayofficial/ '''Instagram'''].
(All locomotives subject to availability.)
 
  
*[http://www.svr.co.uk/SEItem.aspx?a=109 '''Season Finale Gala''']: An end of season gala will be held on 4-6 November.  Visiting locomotives are:
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==Forthcoming special events==
:LMS 'Crab' No 13065, courtesy of the East Lancashire Railway Company Limited
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*24-25 September [https://www.svr.co.uk/whats-on/autumn-model-railway-weekend/ Model Railway Weekend]
:GWR 4200 class 2-8-0T No 4270, courtesy of Jeremy Hosking and the Gloucestershire & Warwickshire Steam Railway Plc
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*29 September - 2 October [https://www.svr.co.uk/events/autumn-diesel-bash Autumn Diesel Bash] Guests (# Locos subject to availability):
:LNER A1 No. 60163 Tornado, courtesy of the A1 Steam Locomotive Trust
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:* '''55009 Alycidon''': E.E. Class 55 Deltic Co-Co
Home locomotives are planned to include the return from overhaul of [[GWR 813 Saddle Tank|ex-Port Talbot Railway Tank No. 813]]. [[GWR Small Prairie 4566|Small Prairie 4566]] is due to make her last Gala appearance before withdrawal. Unfortunately the overhaul of [[GWR Pannier 7714|GWR Pannier Tank No 7714]] will not be completed in time. Normal fares apply.<br>
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:* '''56081''': BR Class 56 Co-Co #
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:* '''56098''': BR Class 56 Co-Co #
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*22-23 October [https://www.svr.co.uk/events/christmas-gift-fayre/ Christmas Gift Fayre]
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*27-29 October [https://www.svr.co.uk/events/ghost-train/ Ghost Train]
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*27-29 October [https://www.svr.co.uk/events/scream-train-18/ Scream Train (18+)]
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*18 November [https://www.svr.co.uk/events/steaminlights22/ Steam in Lights] commences (selected dates to 23 December)
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*26 November [https://www.svr.co.uk/events/caroltrains/ Carol Trains] commence (selected dates to 17 December)
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*26 November [https://www.svr.co.uk/events/santatrains22/ Santa Trains] commence (selected dates to 24 December)
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*26 November [https://www.svr.co.uk/events/enchantedexpress22/ Enchanted Express] commences (selected dates to 24 December)
  
===2017 Events===
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==See also==
[http://www.svr.co.uk/NewsItem.aspx?a=736 Dates announced] for 2017 events are as follows:
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*[[Main Page]]
*[http://www.svr.co.uk/SEItem.aspx?a=65 '''Spring Steam Gala''']: The annual spring gala will be held on 17-19 March (Revised fares). Visiting locomotives are:
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*[[Links | Links to other web sites with an SVR connection]]
:LMS Ivatt 2 No. 41312, courtesy of the Mid-Hants Railway & John Jones
 
*[http://www.svr.co.uk/SEItem.aspx?a=67 '''Open House Weekend''']: An event featuring behind-the-scenes tours, model railways on display, and other attractions on 8-9 April (Normal fares).
 
*[http://www.svr.co.uk/SEItem.aspx?a=71 '''Peppa Pig & George Visit''']: 6-7 May (Revised fares)
 
*[http://www.svr.co.uk/SEItem.aspx?a=101 '''Spring Diesel Festival''']: The annual diesel gala, continuing in its new spring slot, on 18-20 May (Revised fares). Visiting locomotives are:
 
:Class 33 No. 33035, courtesy of The Pioneer Diesel Group.
 
:Class 45 No. 45060 Sherwood Forester, courtesy of The Pioneer Diesel Group.
 
*[http://www.svr.co.uk/SEItem.aspx?a=113 '''Mixed Traction Day''']: A selection of visiting locomotives from the Spring Diesel Festival will operate alongside steam locomotives on 21 May (Normal fares).
 
*[http://www.svr.co.uk/SEItem.aspx?a=49 '''Step Back to the 1940s''']: The annual 1940s event will take place on 24-25 June and 1-2 July (Revised fares).
 
*'''Peep Behind the Scenes''': 15 July (Normal fares + supplement)
 
*'''Classic Vehicle Day''': 30 July (Normal fares)
 
*'''Steam on the Road''': 12-13 August (Normal fares)
 
*'''On the Buses''': 2 September (Normal fares)
 
*'''Autumn Steam Gala''': 21-24 September (Revised fares)
 
  
Other dates for 2017 are still being finalised, including Engine House Events, Ghost Trains, Season Finale Gala and Santa & Christmas Experiences.
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==References==
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==See also==
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==Links==
[[Main Page]]
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*[https://www.svr.co.uk/SpecialEvents.aspx SVR website Special Events]
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*[https://www.svr.co.uk/MeetTheLoco.aspx?id=26 Diesel locomotive roster]
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[[Category: The Severn Valley Railway in preservation]]

Revision as of 20:30, 22 September 2022

This page provides a brief summary of current and forthcoming events on the SVRSevern Valley Railway, and links to where further information can be found. Historical information will be moved to the latest history timeline page as necessary.

Links to sources of information

(Links will open in a new window)

The SVR Main Web Site is primarily aimed at the travelling public. It includes all the latest news relevant to that sector, including details of forthcoming events, timetables, locomotive rosters, ticket sales and so on.

SVR Live is also an official SVRSevern Valley Railway web site, for members, shareholders and enthusiasts. SVRSevern Valley Railway Live contains occasional news announcements, although these are of a more specialist nature concerning matters like locomotive overhauls and infrastructure upgrades. Information which is publicly accessible for enthusiasts includes Traffic Notices, Working Timetables and so on. Certain pages from time to time are secured for password-protected use by Working Members for internal communication on AGMs and the like. Until March 2018 it also carried regular updates from various sources, including social media and SVRSevern Valley Railway-related websites, now discontinued.

'Express Points' is the Working Members’ monthly newsletter which moved to an online only delivery in January 2017. It is distributed by email to those who have registered, and it also publicly accessible on SVRSevern Valley Railway Live, which includes an archive of past editions.

'Branch Lines' is a monthly newsletter for SVRSevern Valley Railway Members, Shareholders and supporters. It is published on SVRSevern Valley Railway Live, which includes an archive since April 2017.

SVRSevern Valley Railway Online’ is a secure password-protected intranet site is used by the SVRSevern Valley Railway for internal communication with staff and Working Members.

The SVRSevern Valley Railway has active official Social Media accounts on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Forthcoming special events

  • 55009 Alycidon: E.E.English Electric Class 55 Deltic Co-Co
  • 56081: BRBritish Rail or British Railways Class 56 Co-Co #
  • 56098: BRBritish Rail or British Railways Class 56 Co-Co #

See also

References


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