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The Great Britain XIX Saturday 24 April to Saturday 1 May 2027 Twenty years after the inaugural Great Britain tour first took to the rails, we invite you to join us for a very special anniversary journey across England, Wales and Scotland. The Great Britain 2027 brings together the very best of main line steam, from legendary railway routes and challenging gradients to spectacular coastlines, remote landscapes and historic cities - a magnificent celebration of two decades of unforgettable steam-hauled adventures around Britain. Saturday 1 May The Settle & Carlisle Finale - Across the Pennines to London Our final day promises a magnificent finale as we head south over the legendary Settle & Carlisle Railway, one of Britain's greatest scenic main lines. Climbing high into the Pennines, our steam locomotive tackles the ascent to Ais Gill Summit before crossing the spectacular Ribblehead Viaduct, with wonderful views towards the famous Yorkshire Three Peaks. ?After pausing for water at Hellifield, we follow the picturesque Ribble Valley through Lancashire before joining the West Coast Main Line and continuing south to Crewe. Our journey then takes us through Stafford and around the West Midlands to Tyseley, where we join the former Great Western Railway route south through Banbury and historic Oxford. Following the Thames Valley through to Reading, we make our final run towards the capital, arriving at London Paddington and bringing our memorable Great Britain 2027 rail adventure to a fitting conclusion.
Spring Diesel Festival Thursday 13 May to Sunday 16 May 2027 May 1987 saw the first Severn Valley Railway diesel gala which showcased 55015 Tulyar in a starring role and the Deltic Preservation Society alongside the SVR are delighted to announce that Tulyar will be appearing in May 2027 at the 40th anniversary Diesel Gala. It is anticipated that the loco will arrive in early May 2027 and be based at the SVR for summer season.
Spring Diesel Festival Thursday 13 May to Sunday 16 May 2027 May 1987 saw the first Severn Valley Railway diesel gala which showcased 55015 Tulyar in a starring role and the Deltic Preservation Society alongside the SVR are delighted to announce that Tulyar will be appearing in May 2027 at the 40th anniversary Diesel Gala. It is anticipated that the loco will arrive in early May 2027 and be based at the SVR for summer season.
Spring Diesel Festival Thursday 13 May to Sunday 16 May 2027 May 1987 saw the first Severn Valley Railway diesel gala which showcased 55015 Tulyar in a starring role and the Deltic Preservation Society alongside the SVR are delighted to announce that Tulyar will be appearing in May 2027 at the 40th anniversary Diesel Gala. It is anticipated that the loco will arrive in early May 2027 and be based at the SVR for summer season.
Spring Diesel Festival Thursday 13 May to Sunday 16 May 2027 May 1987 saw the first Severn Valley Railway diesel gala which showcased 55015 Tulyar in a starring role and the Deltic Preservation Society alongside the SVR are delighted to announce that Tulyar will be appearing in May 2027 at the 40th anniversary Diesel Gala. It is anticipated that the loco will arrive in early May 2027 and be based at the SVR for summer season.
The Swanage Belle Wednesday 19 May 2027 A unique experience awaits those who join this day trip by steam train to Swanage. It uses the re-opened rail link from Wareham to the 'Heritage' Swanage Railway, which is available only to specially chartered trains. Swanage is a superb seaside destination where the railway station is situated close to the town centre. We leave London Victoria station hauled by our steam locomotive, and cross the river Thames at Battersea and at Barnes. We pass through Feltham and stop at Staines to pick up more passengers and then re-cross the river Thames. We join the South Western Main Line at Byfleet Junction and stop at Woking to pick up further passengers. At Winchfield, we stop for our steam locomotive to take on water. Our final stop to pick up passengers is at Basingstoke. We leave the West of England Main Line at Worting Junction and head through Winchester and Southampton to Bournemouth. We pass through Poole, where there are spectacular views of Poole Harbour, and continue to Wareham. ?We leave the Weymouth Line at Worgret Junction and take the re-opened link to Norden and the Swanage Railway. There are magnificent views of Corfe Castle as we head towards Swanage along this attractive Heritage Railway. There will be around three hours for passengers to explore the pleasant seaside resort of Swanage, with its sandy beach and Victorian pier. Durlston Castle is in Durlston Country Park & Nature Reserve from where there are stupendous views along the Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Park contains Anvil Point Lighthouse, the 40-ton stone Great Globe, fascinating artefacts from London, and an amazing diversity of wildlife. The Park is one mile from the town and can be reached by bus from the railway station or by walking via public footpaths. Our train leaves Swanage for the return journey late afternoon and is diesel hauled to Southampton where our steam locomotive takes over. We then take a different route from the outward journey, via Romsey to the outskirts of Salisbury where we join the West of England Main Line at Laverstock North Junction. We travel up the main line through Andover and then stop at Basingstoke, Woking, and Staines, to set down passengers. The train is due to arrive in London Victoria late evening. Classes and Fares Premier Dining Premier Dining includes a full English breakfast, followed on the return journey by a four-course dinner, freshly prepared on board and silver-served at your seat. First Class First Class includes morning tea or coffee with a bacon/breakfast roll, followed later in the day by a further service of tea or coffee accompanied by a specially selected sweet treat. Standard First Standard First includes a reserved seat in a first open coach, offering spacious and comfortable on train accommodation. Standard Class Standard Class includes a reserved seat in a tourist standard open coach, usually at a table for four. UK Day Trips Catering Please click here to see our catering page for further details. A licensed bar runs on every train. Please book vegetarian meals in advance and let us know about any allergies before you travel. A buffet car is available and serves tea, coffee, snacks and light refreshments. Tables for Two Tables for two can be guaranteed in Premier Dining and First Class for a supplement of £75 per person (subject to availability). Fares Adult Junior Family Premier £335 £240 £1025 First £225 £160 £690 Standard First £160 £95 £463 Standard £120 £90 £375 Approximate timings shown Station Outward Return London Victoria 08:45 22:10 Staines 09:35 21:10 Woking 10:05 20:25 Basingstoke 10:55 19:40 Swanage 13:50 16:40
The Atlantic Coast Express Saturday 22 May 2027 Join us on this classic rail journey, following part the route of the old Atlantic Coast Express (ACE) that ran from London to the seaside resorts of Devon and Cornwall in South West England. We will leave London Waterloo steam hauled in the morning and make our way to Exeter where there will be a break to visit the historic city centre. Our return route will be via Bristol, Bath and Salisbury back to London Waterloo. Departing from London Waterloo, we will thread our way steam hauled through the west London suburbs towards Woking and Basingstoke, where there will be stops to pick up passengers. We continue to follow the London & South Western Railway's main line to Salisbury and Exeter, following the route of the old ACE expresses. After the Salisbury water stop, we will follow the main line through to Templecombe, which will give our steam locomotive an opportunity to get up to its maximum permitted speed. We will pass the Yeovil Junction steam centre as we continue westwards and take on the challenging 1 in 80 climb up Crewkerne Bank. After Axminster, there is further adverse climbing as we encounter the testing eight miles of mainly 1 in 80 up to Honiton Summit. Descending gradients then lead to Exeter, where we will have an afternoon break to visit this historic city, with its Cathedral at the very centre of the city. ?With our steam locomotive serviced ready for our return journey, we will now follow the Great Western Railway's Exeter to Bristol route, which includes the long climb up Wellington Bank towards Taunton. A fast run across the Somerset Levels then brings us to Bristol. We pass through Bath and Westbury before reaching Salisbury once again. The ACE will now retrace our earlier steps back to London Waterloo, setting down as outwards, and thus ending a varied and interesting day out over classic railway routes. Classes and Fares Premier Dining Premier Dining includes a full English breakfast, followed on the return journey by a four-course dinner, freshly prepared on board and silver-served at your seat. First Class First Class includes morning tea or coffee with a bacon/breakfast roll, followed later in the day by a further service of tea or coffee accompanied by a specially selected sweet treat. Standard First Standard First includes a reserved seat in a first open coach, offering spacious and comfortable on train accommodation. Standard Class Standard Class includes a reserved seat in a tourist standard open coach, usually at a table for four. UK Day Trips Catering Please click here to see our catering page for further details. A licensed bar runs on every train. Please book vegetarian meals in advance and let us know about any allergies before you travel. A buffet car is available and serves tea, coffee, snacks and light refreshments. Tables for Two Tables for two can be guaranteed in Premier Dining and First Class for a supplement of £75 per person (subject to availability). Fares Adult Junior Family Premier £335 £240 £1025 First £225 £160 £690 Standard First £160 £95 £463 Standard £120 £90 £375 Approximate timings shown Station Outward Return London Waterloo 07:15 22:15 Woking 07:50 21:30 Basingstoke 08:55 21:00 Salisbury 10:10 19:55 Exeter St. Davids 13:30 16:40