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A seasonal feast of steam - after the presents have been opened and the turkey eaten, why not come along after Christmas to savour and enjoy a busy Great Western branch line in winter…
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| | · | WSR 2-6-0 no 9351
| | · | BR Standard Class 4 2-6-4T no 80136
| | · | GWR 4575 Class 2-6-2T no 5542
| | · | GWR 64xx Class 0-6-0PT no 6412
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| | • Events and Highlights...
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| | · | A West Country branch line in Winter
| | · | 100% steam
| | · | Great Western auto train
| | · | Intensive timetable, with trains crossing at Bishops Lydeard, Crowcombe Heathfield, Williton & Blue Anchor
| | · | Nice, warm, steam-heated trains!
| | · | Bar/buffet car facilities on most trains
| | · | Day Rover tickets available (cheaper if booked in advance)
| | · | Museums open at Bishops Lydeard and Washford
| | · | Taunton Model Railway Group’s base at Bishops Lydeard open
| | · | Gift shops, refreshments, free parking
| | · | Bus service between Taunton and the WSR
| | · | Lots of photographic opportunities
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Note: All the above highlights are believed correct as at 22 September 2004, listed in good faith and subject to availability.
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A comprehensive timetable of trains between Bishops Lydeard and Minehead will be in operation at the Gala.
Our very popular Great Western auto train – featuring the superbly restored trailer no 178 paired by GWR 0-6-0PT no 6412 – will work all the services marked AUTO in the timetable.
Please note that ALL privilege ticket, free pass and voucher facilities will not apply at the Winter Steam Festival. Ordinary fares apply to all passengers. Discounts are available on Rover Tickets purchased in advance (see below). 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.
Buffet and bar facilities will be available on most train services during the weekend, serving a range of hot and cold food (many with a local flavour), tea & coffee and a range of other alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
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| | • What to see and do over the Gala
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| | Washford |
Come and see recent developments at the Somerset & Dorset Railway Trust’s site and museum, which will be open throughout the Gala (separate admission charge).
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| | 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 at Bishops Lydeard. Engine No 4561 will be on display, and there will be lots to see and do to maintain your interest while you wait for your train!
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| Taunton Model
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The TMRG’s base on platform 1 at Bishops Lydeard – which includes the excellent new model of Bath Green Park station – will be open (separate small admission charge).
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| • Taunton - Bishops Lydeard
connecting bus service
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There is a First Bus service between Taunton and Bishops Lydeard Station [Service 28/28A]. WSR tickets are NOT valid on these services, except return tickets to Taunton issued by Booking Offices at Minehead, Dunster, Blue Anchor, Watchet and Williton. Full timetable details available direct from First Bus – 01823 272033.
Free car parking will be available at Bishops Lydeard, but please arrive at least 30 minutes before the departure of the train on which you initially wish to travel.
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| | • How to book Rover Tickets...
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| | · | By telephone, using your Credit Card. Please ring 01643 704996, 9am-4pm Monday-Friday
| | · | By completing the Booking Form
| | · | In person at Minehead Station 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday
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· Steam-heated carriages
· Somerset in Winter
| · The Glorious Auto Coach
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| | • Booking Rover Tickets...
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· During weekday office hours,
by credit card by telephoning
01643 704996,
· or use the Booking Form
· or in person at Minehead Station
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