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The Somerset in Autumn event will feature an intensive timetable, with services over the whole 23 mile line, worked by a host of steam and heritage diesel locomotives through the beautiful autumn colours of the West Somerset countryside. There will be plenty for both the family and serious railway enthusiast to enjoy. Variety is definitely the key, so come along and see just what is on offer...
The following locomotives are rostered for action over the course of the event
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| SR 4-6-2 no 34046 Braunton
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| GWR 0-6-2T no 6695
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| GWR 2-8-0 no 3850
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| WSR 2-6-0 no 9351
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| BR(W) 2-6-2T no 4160
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| Class 47 no D1661 North Star
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| Class 42 No D832 Onslaught
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| Class 33 No D6566
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| Class 14 No D9526
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| Please note: not all locomotives will be working every day. All engines are subject to availability
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• Events and highlights ...
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| Plenty of locomotive action – both steam and heritage diesel
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| Up to five steam and four heritage diesel locomotives in action over the weekend
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| Guest engines - GWR 0-6-2T no 6695
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| Intensive timetable
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| Heritage goods train
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| Bar/buffet car facilities on most trains
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| Museums open at Bishops Lydeard, Washford and Blue Anchor
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| Gift shops, model railways, refreshments, free parking
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| Free connecting bus link between Taunton and Bishops Lydeard
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| Day and Weekend Rover Tickets available – cheaper if booked in advance
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| Many photographic opportunities
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| A great day out for all the family
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| Please note all events listed are subject to availability
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| All the above highlights are believed correct as at 9 October 2008, listed in good faith and subject to availability.
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A comprehensive timetable of trains will be in operation on both days of the Gala.
Buffet and bar facilities will be available on most train services during the weekend, serving a range of hot and cold food, tea & coffee and a range of other alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
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• More information about the Gala...
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| Washford
| Come and see recent developments at the Somerset & Dorset Railway Trust site and museum, which will be open throughout the Gala.
| | Gauge Museum
| Whilst at Bishops Lydeard, come and see the many exhibits and displays of railway interest inside the refurbished Gauge Museum on Platform 1. The Great Western Railway 1897-built sleeping car No 9038 will be on display, and there will be lots to see and do to maintain your interest while you wait for your train!
| | Blue Anchor Railway Museum
| This excellent little museum, run by the West Somerset Steam Railway Trust will be open on both days.
| | Model Railway
| The Taunton Model Railway Group’s base on platform 1 at Bishops Lydeard – which includes the excellent model of Bath Green Park station – will also be open on both days (small separate admission charge).
| | Diesel Heritage Centre
| The Diesel Heritage Centre at Williton will be open.
| | Minehead
| The Reader's Halt Bookstall, run by the Friends of Minehead Station, will be open on the platform.
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• Free bus service to and from Taunton...
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A special free bus service linking Taunton Railway Station, the Park and Ride car park at Silk Mill and Bishops Lydeard station will run every 30 minutes on both days. The service will start from 9.30am from Taunton Station each day, with the last bus connecting with the final train arrival at Bishops Lydeard.
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• Car Parking...
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Free car parking will be available at Bishops Lydeard Station, but please arrive at least thirty minutes before the departure of the train on which you initially wish to travel.
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Please note that all privilege ticket, free pass and voucher facilities will not apply at the Somerset in Autumn event. Special Event fares apply to all passengers.
Discounts are available on Rover Tickets purchased in advance.
The best way to enjoy the event to full is to purchase a Rover Ticket – which gives you complete freedom to travel on the line for the validity of the ticket.
You can book Rover Tickets at a discount in advance in the following ways...
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| | · | By telephone, using your Credit Card. Please ring 01643 704996, 9am-5pm Monday-Friday
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| | · | In person at Minehead Station 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday
| | · | On the internet at www.ticketweb.co.uk
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Note: All the above information is believed correct as at 9 October 2008, detailed in good faith and subject to availability.
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• Advance Bookings...
| Full details on how to book Rover Tickets in advance please click here . Or contact the Railway by phone on 01643 704996 or by email for further information.
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Somerset in Autumn 25-26 October 2008
