Current events on the Severn Valley Railway
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 latest history timeline page as necessary.
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Links to sources of information
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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 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 upgrades. The Working Members’ monthly newsletter ‘Express Points’ is also publically accessible. The sister Web Round Up 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.
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.
Current and forthcoming events
(All locomotives subject to availability.)
2016 Events
- Santa Steam Specials: Advance booking only. Check the link for availability.
2017 Events
Dates announced for 2017 events are as follows:
- Spring Steam Gala: The annual spring gala will be held on 17-19 March (Revised fares). Visiting locomotives announced so far are:
- LMS Ivatt 2 No. 41312, courtesy of the Mid-Hants Railway & John Jones
- Open House Weekend: An event featuring behind-the-scenes tours, model railways on display, and other attractions on 8-9 April (Normal fares).
- Peppa Pig & George Visit: 6-7 May (Revised fares)
- Spring Diesel Festival: The annual diesel gala, continuing in its new spring slot, on 18-20 May (Revised fares). Visiting locomotives announced so far are:
- Class 33 No. 33035, courtesy of The Pioneer Diesel Group.
- Class 45 No. 45060 Sherwood Forester, courtesy of The Pioneer Diesel Group.
- Mixed Traction Day: A selection of visiting locomotives from the Spring Diesel Festival will operate alongside steam locomotives on 21 May (Normal fares).
- 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.