Скачать или смотреть Great Central Railway, Remembering The Somerset & Dorset Railway 60 Years of Closure, 7th March 2026

Transport Back 60 Years to Somerset & Dorset Railway! With 3 loco types synonymous with the S&D, appropriate rolling stock, authentic signalling and beautifully restored infrastructure, Great Central Railway is the perfect place to the honour the 60th Anniversary since the closure of the Somerset and Dorset Railway.

After initially opening in 1862, the Somerset and Dorset Railway closed forever on March 7th, 1966, as part of Beeching’s cuts, with the last passenger train running on 6th March. The 136-mile line closed due to heavy financial losses and declining demand due to many passengers moving towards road transport.

We invite you all, whether you are a railway enthusiast or want to support your local heritage railway, the day will be extra special as we recreate the S&D.


Guest Locomotives


No. 34072 257 Squadron

Battle of Britain class 34072, designed by Oliver Bulleid, was built in 1948 and withdrawn from BR service in 1964. This type was notable for its flat sides, to become known as ‘Spam Cans’, and unique chain driven valve gear.

BR 9F No. 92134

BR 9F No. 92134 is the only single-chimney 9F that will feature on the UK’s only double-track heritage main line.

GCR Home Fleet

No. 73156

Type BR Standard 5MT

Designer R. A. Riddles

Configuration 4-6-0