Western Memorial Obbo Tour - Thursday, 10 September 2026

To celebrate the lives of WLA members who made significant contributions to the WLA in recent years - namely the late Greg Heathcliffe, Henry Coates and Chris Shields - we are delighted to announce a very special Western Memorial Observation Saloon Tour, for WLA members only.

Working with the Severn Valley Railway, we have provisionally booked D1062 Western Courier to haul a single GWR Observation Saloon, creating an exclusive opportunity for a day out behind a "Thousand", with no more than 23 guests.

The tour will begin and end at Kidderminster, with plans for each guest to have the opportunity to enjoy a cab ride during the day (subject to SVR approval, age restrictions and accessibility requirements).

Your ticket will also include a full buffet lunch, together with tea, coffee and biscuits throughout the day.

We're aiming to complete three return trips behind D1062—providing almost 100 miles of "Thousand" haulage through the stunning scenery of the Severn Valley.

Ticket prices are expected to be around £180 per person. Sales will open as soon as the remaining details have been agreed with the Severn Valley Railway.

This promises to be a truly memorable day, honouring three much-missed members whilst enjoying one of Britain's finest diesel hydraulic locomotives in preservation.

Remembering our members with a day to remember....

Thursday, 10 September 2026

Bookings opening soon, when WLA members will be emailed as soon as available!