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.
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. SVR Live contains regular monthly news announcements, although these are of a more specialist nature concerning matters like locomotive overhauls and infrastructure upgrades. It is also regularly updated with news from various sources, including social media and SVR-related websites. Information which is publicly accessible for enthusiasts includes Traffic Notices, Working Timetables, lineside photography policy and application forms, 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.
‘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 through SVR Live. The sister Web Round Up covered items in the public domain and on the internet relating to the Severn Valley Railway, with links shown to point readers towards the original source rather than reproducing every detail: its final edition was in December 2016 as 'Express Points' moved to an online only delivery.
‘SVR Online’ is a secure password-protected intranet site is used by the SVR for internal communication with staff and Working Members.
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.)
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
- SR Bulleid Battle of Britain Class No 34081 '92 Squadron', courtesy of the Battle of Britain Locomotive Society & the Nene Valley Railway (first visit to the SVR)
- BR Standard 9F No. 92214, courtesy of Sarah Gregory and the Great Central Railway
- 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 17 No. D8568, courtesy of The Diesel Traction Group
- Class 31 No. 31271, courtesy of A1A Locomotives Ltd
- Class 33 No. 33035, courtesy of The Pioneer Diesel Group
- Class 45 No. 45041 Royal Tank Regiment, courtesy of Peak Locomotive Co Ltd
- Class 45 No. 45060 Sherwood Forester, courtesy of The Pioneer Diesel Group
- Class 55 No. 55022 Royal Scots Grey, courtesy of Martin Walker
- Class 66 No. 66xxx [identity TBC], courtesy of GBRf
- Class 73 No. 73xxx [identity TBC], courtesy of GBRf
- 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 with visiting locomotives and the return of all-night running (Revised fares)
Other dates for 2017 are still being finalised, including Engine House Events, Ghost Trains, Season Finale Gala and Santa & Christmas Experiences.