Western Locomotive Association

Vintage Transport Extravaganza Weekend
2026-08-08 00:00 - 2026-08-09 23:59 (Europe/London) | Severn V​alley Railway, Station Approach, Kidderminster, DY10 1QX, United Kingdom

D1062 - Table C
2026-08-11 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-12 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-13 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-16 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-25 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-26 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-27 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-30 00:00 - 23:59 and 1 more date | Severn V​alley Railway, Station Approach, Kidderminster, DY10 1QX, United Kingdom
All aboard for a great day out!

Timetable C is running on this day, with two steam locomotives, one diesel locomotive and our scenic diesel railcar in service. Trains operate between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth.
There’s so much to see, do and discover on a day out at the Severn Valley Railway, including FREE ENTRY to The Engine House Visitor Centre (open 10.45am – 4.30pm, last entry 4pm). Alight at Highley Station and then its just a short walk to The Engine House where you can get close to some very special locomotives, including ‘Gordon’ the blue engine, and take a peek through the windows of King George VI’s royal carriage. There’s an outdoor play area, café, gift shop and plenty to keep everyone occupied.
The trains stop at all of our intermediate stations, so you can get off to explore Bewdley, Arley, Highley and Hampton Loade. Find out more about our stations and what to do. At Kidderminster and Bridgnorth, the trains take a short break, so you can see the locomotives up close.

Driver Footplate Experience Course - D1062
2026-08-14 00:00 - 23:59 | Kidderminster Town Station, Station Approach, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY10 1QX, United Kingdom
There is nothing quite like the sight and sound of a diesel locomotive in full cry! Choose your locomotive and experience the power and surge of adrenaline as you take the controls on our full day experience, including a tour of Kidderminster Diesel Depot!
Taking place throughout the year, you can experience the challenge of driving a diesel electric or diesel hydraulic locomotive hauling a heavy train of carriages in which your 10 guests can travel free of charge. Running over the whole length of the line, you will power through Bewdley Tunnel, glide across Victoria Bridge and storm up Eardington Bank.
Our fleet of historic locomotives that are used on Diesel Footplate Experiences include: Class 42 D821 Greyhound, Class 50s (50033 Glorious or 50035 Ark Royal), Class 52s (D1015 Western Champion or D1062 Western Courier) and new for 2026 Class 55 ‘Deltic’ 55009 Alycidon.
What’s included:

Travel in the cab; driving for 8 miles, and acting as second man for 8 miles. A further 16 miles is spent in the rear cab of the locomotive (only available when locomotives with 2 cabs are used), with the option to spend an additional 32 miles travelling in the train with your guests.
Travelling a total journey of 32 miles; going through Bewdley Tunnel, over Victoria Bridge and up Eardington Bank.
Safety briefing before the session commences at Kidderminster.
Tour of award-winning Kidderminster Diesel Depot and locomotive engine room, including a start-up procedure demonstration.
Only 4 participants per experience. Bring along up to 10 guests who can travel in the carriages behind the locomotive free of charge.
Opportunities for photographs.
A presentation folder with a certificate and memento of your experience.

There is one level of Diesel Footplate Experience in 2026, priced at £650 per participant. Tickets now available (locomotives are subject to availability):

Class 55 55009 – 12 June
Class 50 – 10 July, 31 July, 21 August, 9 October
Class 52 – 26 June D1062 (sold out), 3 July D1062, 14 August D1062, 4 September D1015
Class 42 D821 – 7 August

Realise your lifelong ambition at the Severn Valley Railway - CLICK HERE!
Timetable for DFE 2026
DFE Notes for Staff 2026

D1062 - Table D (Two round trips)
2026-08-15 00:00 - 23:59, 2026-08-29 00:00 - 23:59 | Severn V​alley Railway, Station Approach, Kidderminster, DY10 1QX, United Kingdom
All aboard for a great day out!

Timetable D is running on this day, with three steam locomotives and one diesel locomotive. Trains operate between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth.
There’s so much to see, do and discover on a day out at the Severn Valley Railway, including FREE ENTRY to The Engine House Visitor Centre (open 10.45am – 4.30pm, last entry 4pm). Alight at Highley Station and then its just a short walk to The Engine House where you can get close to some very special locomotives, including ‘Gordon’ the blue engine, and take a peek through the windows of King George VI’s royal carriage. There’s an outdoor play area, café, gift shop and plenty to keep everyone occupied.
The trains stop at all of our intermediate stations, so you can get off to explore Bewdley, Arley, Highley and Hampton Loade. Find out more about our stations and what to do. At Kidderminster and Bridgnorth, the trains take a short break, so you can see the locomotives up close.

Autumn Diesel Bash
2026-10-01 00:00 - 2026-10-04 23:59 | Severn V​alley Railway, Station Approach, Kidderminster, DY10 1QX, United Kingdom
Thursday 1 – Sunday 4 October

The annual Autumn Diesel Bash returns in October!
What to expect at the Autumn Diesel Bash? Our four day diesel festival will feature both guest and home-fleet locomotives operating a busy timetable between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth. If you love diesel, this is the place to be! Ride behind every locomotive, visit The Engine House at Highley to break your day, or sample the finest real-ales in our pubs, as you experience the Severn Valley at its loudest!

WLA Board Meeting by Zoom
2026-10-06 19:30 - 21:30 | Zoom

Committee Meeting at Kidderminster (TBC)
2026-10-10 12:30 - 16:00 | SVR Kidderminster Railway Museum, Station Approach, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY10 1QX, United Kingdom

O Gauge Get Together Weekend
2026-10-17 00:00 - 2026-10-18 23:59 | Highley Engine House, The Engine House, Higley, Shropshire, WV16 6NZ, United Kingdom

Annual General Meeting
2026-11-14 12:30 - 17:00 | SVR Kidderminster Railway Museum, Station Approach, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY10 1QX, United Kingdom
