19 December 2020. Here are two Trust assets with an important role in the Watercress Line's 'Steam Illuminations' – which are still bookable on various dates until 3 January. Next to the familiar sight of…
The Trust very much regrets to record the passing of Roger Newman on 24 November. He had been unwell with Covid-19. Roger was a long-standing member of the Trust and in recent times had an…
27 November 2020. Our S&D 7F No. 53808 was in steam today to test a couple of minor jobs that have been carried out and this was followed by some shunting at Ropley. [Photos…
15 November 2020. We're delighted to announce this great milestone in our appeal to secure the Trust's future for another 50 years. Much more is still needed to support the movement of historic vehicles and…
12 November 2020. The Somerset & Dorset Railway Trust is pleased to announce two new, and important, additions to its management team. Company Secretary – Abbie Onibonoje Abbie has occupied several positions in…
On Monday 9 November, the Trust's Parcels & Miscellaneous Van (PMV) departed from Washford on its way to the Watercress Line. After some work has been carried out, the van will enter service in the…
Leaves have been falling and the rails are damp… it’s certainly starting to look autumnal as the Trust’s S&D 7F No. 53808 heads away from Alton on Sunday 25 October. [Photo by Matt Bentley]
20 October 2020. Could have been long ago… Jason Baker captured the mood well with 53808 on the last day of the Watercress Line gala. Of course, if nothing else, the shiny paintwork gives it…
17 October 2020. After the Trust's S&D 7F moved from the West Somerset Railway on long-term hire in August 2020, the gala was the first time in active service on the Watercress Line since 53808's…
15 October 2020. 53808 has been in steam in preparation for the Watercress Line gala weekend from 16-18 October, this running providing the opportunity to bed-in the new piston rings. Click on the 'Read more'…