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== Welcome to the Severn Valley Railway Wiki ==
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[[<!--IMAGE FILE--> File:Highley_Signal_Box_20170618HYBNTokenInstr.jpg |thumb|centre|300px|link=<!--PAGE TO LINK TO--> Highley signal boxSingle line working using tokens | Highley Signal Box is an original McKenzie and Holland Type 3 Working between [[Bewdley North signal box. It was built in 1883 |Bewdley]] and has not changed significantly since[[Bridgnorth]] is controlled using tokens, apart from modifications according to the interlocking of the lever frame. It previously controlled access to Highley's [[Collieries served by the Severn Valley Railway#Highley CollieryETT|colliery exchange sidingsElectric Train Token]] where [[Regulations. This system ensures that only one train can enter each section of track at any given time. The Engine House]] now standspresent day SVR uses a later type of instrument called a 'key token' instrument, so named because each token resembles a large key. [[<!--PAGE TO LINK TO--> Highley signal boxSingle line working using tokens | (Full article...)]]]]
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For timetables, fare information, and news about special events, please visit the [http://www.svr.co.uk SVR Official Website]. Other news and information of interest to members, shareholders and enthusiasts can be found on [https://www.svrlive.com/home SVRLive].
'''From March 2020 the SVR is closed until the end of July due to the [[2020 coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic]]. The SVR has launched a Fight Back Fund to help the Railway through this emergency; details may be found [https://www.svr.co.uk/NewsItem.aspx?a=921 here]'''. The King and Castle pub at Kidderminster and the Railwayman's Arms pub at Bridgnorth reopened on 4 July. Passenger services will restart on 1 August; tickets must be purchased in advance. Details may be found on the SVR Official Website [https://www.svr.co.uk/SEItem.aspx?a=164 here].
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