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The next stage From late March, we will be resuming work on our Southern Extension. When completed, this will run from Blunsdon to a new station at Mouldon Hill Country Park. Track is already laid along a large part of the route, and this new work is the initial stage towards completing it. Initially, we – and our contractors – will be clearing away saplings and undergrowth that has encroached on the existing trackbed. This will be followed by remedial work on the formation and the removal of an access bridge that has deteriorated beyond repair. All this is within our existing Planning Permission. . Many of our visitors – including those who live near the line – have wanted to know when we will be running trains to Mouldon Hill and the nature of the service. At the moment, we are hoping services will begin during or soon after 2010. Services will reflect those being run at present, and this website indicates what is likely to be offered. Be careful! Please do not walk or ride along the existing track, or cross it without due care. We appreciate that there has not been much activity for a while, but this is going to change. Locomotives will be using it again, and other machinery operated. |
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Class 73 Running Days ![]() Two running days have been arranged for Class 73 electro diesel E6003 "Sir Herbert Walker". These are scheduled for Saturday 14th June and Saturday 12th July. While these will provide opportunities for enthusiasts to see the loco in action, the primary reason is to provide driver training for the Railway's existing diesel drivers. It is hoped that more such days may be arranged later in the year. All such events are, of course, subject to the mechanical availablity of the locomotive. Looking a little further into the future, it is also hoped that a "double headed" Class 03 Day may be arranged - something that was also very popular a few years ago. Details to be announced!
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