53808 in steam at Ropley
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…
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‘Progressing our Future’ appeal now exceeds £20,000
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…
Trust strengthens management team with two key appointments
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…
Trust’s Parcels & Miscellaneous Van moves to the Watercress Line
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…
Starting to look autumnal as 53808 heads away from Alton on 25 October
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]
Could have been long ago… 53808 at the Watercress Line gala
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…
53808 in action at the Watercress Line’s Autumn Steam Gala
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…
53808 steaming in preparation for the Watercress Line gala weekend
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'…
Emergency fund makes award to Trust for lockdown period
1 October 2020. The Somerset & Dorset Railway Trust Ltd is pleased to announce that it has been successful in its application for Heritage Emergency Funding. A grant of £4,300 has been received which covers…
53808 due to run in ‘Pines Express’ themed gala on 16-18 October
24 September 2020. 53808 due to run in 'Pines Express' themed gala on 16-18 October. The Mid-Hants. Railway are taking bookings for the Autumn Gala where passengers will be allocated a seat in a carriage…