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The Somerset & Dorset Railway Trust
WELCOME TO THE TRUST
The Somerset & Dorset Railway Trust is dedicated to all matters relating to the Somerset & Dorset Joint Railway (SDJR) and its associated undertakings.

As well as collating information about the history of the line, the Trust is very active in keeping the spirit of the S&D alive with its extensive Museum and facilities at Washford on the West Somerset Railway.

The Trust regularly hosts SDJR related meetings and events.
Trust Features at Gartell Steam Day

Trust Features at Gartell Steam Day


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  • 21/07/08 Kilmersdon Shines during WSR Family Fun Weekend
  • 14/07/08 92203 stars at Merehead Quarry Weekend
  • 30/06/08 S&D to star in Stur (again!)
  • 30/06/08 Bulletin #249 Summer 2008 [3.5MB] (for SDRT members only)
  • 22/06/08 Midsummer at Midsomer
  • 08/06/08 Special Train Success
  • 02/06/08 O Gauge Evercreech New Model Railway Display
  • 20/05/08 Andy scoops the pool!
  • 17/05/08 Bath Green Park wins!
  • 06/05/08 Trust makes a splash at Glastonbury
  • 04/05/08 Trust features at major model exhibition
  • 30/04/08 Cardiff to Paris-Via Burnham on Sea!
  • 27/04/08 88 stars at Open Day
  • 18/04/08 North Dorset Trailway
  • 14/04/08 Mike Beale's article to be part of Somerset Life!
  • 08/04/08 88 to star at Open Day
  • 07/04/08 Postal Sales List updated
  • 07/04/08 Swift #17 (for SDRT members only)
  • 15/03/08 Cardiff to Paris-Via Burnham on Sea!
  • 30/03/08 Bulletin #248 Spring 2008 [2.85MB] (for SDRT members only)
  • 26/02/08 88 To Celebrate Severn Valley Reopening
  • 19/02/08 S&P Crane Examination
  • 11/02/08 Two S&D Trusts benefit by £36,000 each from member's legacy
  • 12/01/08 150th anniversary of the Somerset & Dorset Railway
  • 16/01/08 Annual Model Railway Display 2008
  • 08/01/08 Bulletin #247 Winter 2007 [2.67MB] (for SDRT members only)
  • Full news listing here.
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    UPCOMING EVENT

    Includes Trust Stand

    EVENTS, MEETINGS, MUSEUM & PROJECTS
    The Museum & Shop
    Shop & Museum open:
    2008
  • March 8/9, 13-16, 21-24 : WSR Spring Galas & Easter
  • May 3-5 : Spring bank holiday weekend
  • Daily from May 24 until October 5
  • October 25/26 : WSR Autumn Gala
  • December 28/29 : WSR Winter Steam Festival

  • Opening subject to availability of volunteers. If you are planning a special visit, it is advisable to check before travelling. Please telephone 01984 640869 on the day.

    Volunteers still needed - members click here to help

    West Somerset Railway timetable here.

    SPECIAL DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
    September 20
    Filton High School, Bristol 10:30 - 15:30 - Bristol Railway Collectors' Fair (including Trust stand)
    October 15
    STAFFORD RAILWAY CIRCLE - Staffs County Officers Club, Eastgate St, Stafford: Illustrated talk by Mike Beale "150 years of the S&D" - Doors Open 19:30pm, Presentation 20:00 - Contact http://www.staffordrailwaycircle.org.uk for details
    October 20
    RCTS THAMES VALLEY BRANCH, West Oxford Democrats Club, 1 North Street, Osney, Oxford: Illustrated talk by Mike Beale "150 years of the S&D" - Doors open 19:15 pm and meetings start promptly at 19:30
    November 19
    Thorncombe Village Hall, near Chard, 19:30: Illustrated talk by Mike Beale "150 years of the S&D"

    AREA GROUP MEETINGS
    all welcome

    Click here for details
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