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HOW TO FIND US WHAT TO SEE AND DO SPECIAL EVENTS ON TRAIN DINING VOLUNTEERING Timetable January - May 2017 Gr A special timetable and fare structure (with restricted concessionary BY ROAD OBSERVATION CAR YOUR RAILWAY NEEDS YOU F ea travel) will apply at the special events listed below (indicated pink in am t Purbeck District Council operate a large pay and display car park On many occasions throughout the The Swanage Railway takes pride in being a heritage railway with a ily Va the 2017 timetable calendar). Full details of all special event fares will F l adjacent to Norden Station SAT NAV BH20 5DW (check our year, you can watch the beautiful be posted on our website in advance of each event. distinct community based purpose. Our 45 year ambition to restore are ue website for opening times). It is well signposted off the A351 five countryside go by from the luxury of train services between Swanage and Wareham will be realised in 2017. s our fully restored Pullman Observation An evocative Southern heritage branch line combined with a genuine miles south of Wareham – just follow the brown tourist signs. 31 March - 2 April Norden is 14 miles from Poole, 19 miles from Bournemouth and 22 Car. “Car 14” has a fascinating history community service. including running on the former Spring Steam Gala – “Strictly Bulleid” miles from Weymouth. A three day “Bulleid Bonanza” to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of There is still much to be done. We need more volunteers in all Southern Railway “Devon Belle” and departments keeping wheels turning and completing many long term Swanage is situated on the world famous Jurassic Coast and may also the end of “Southern Steam”. touring the United States accompanying projects such as restoration of locomotives and building a new water be reached via the Sandbanks-Studland ferry. Swanage Station is in the Flying Scotsman. A small supplement is charged tower at Swanage. centre of the town, with Swanage Town Council operated Pay & Display for travelling in this very special coach. 5 - 7 May car parks nearby. SAT NAV BH19 1AP Diesel Gala And Beer Festival HOW CAN I HELP YOU? Limited parking is available in the parish council operated car park A very impressive line-up of diesel locomotives (including a host SEA TRAIN ADVENTURE of visitors) will be in action on all three days, working an intensive By becoming one of more than five hundred volunteers who give their adjacent to Harmans Cross station. No car parking is available at Corfe time supporting the Swanage Railway. Castle or Herston Halt stations. Combine a boat trip and a Swanage timetable, including evening specials. Beer Festival at Corfe Castle Station showcasing a wide variety of real ales. Railway ride. Depart from Poole Quay WHAT CAN I DO? BY TRAIN and enjoy spectacular views of Poole SWANAGE RAILWAY AND BAY V.3/290714 Harbour and the Jurassic Coast as ILLUSTRATED BY IAN POINTER SUMMER 2014 17 June There are roles for most ages, abilities and skills Main line train services, provided by South West Trains Rock and Roll Express WESSEX BELLE (www.southwesttrains.co.uk) operate from London Waterloo, you cruise to Swanage. On arrival Some roles may be considered glamorous, others not so but all are vital Enjoy a mid-summer evening steam hauled trip through the Isle of Southampton, Bournemouth, Poole, Dorchester & Weymouth to you have sufficient time ashore to Our award winning steam hauled dining train “The Wessex Belle” to keep the railway running. Purbeck and travel back in time to the Rock and Roll era with live operates on selected Saturday Evenings throughout the year. Offering Wareham station, from where connecting bus services are available. explore the beautiful town and catch From driving and firing trains to selling tickets to maintaining our fleet of music along the way. Dig out your dancing shoes, raid the trunk in the a five course menu utilising locally sourced produce “The Wessex our train for an idyllic trip through locomotives and carriages to maintaining the track to raising funds. The attic and come dressed rock and roll style. Belle” provides a unique dining experience as you travel through the BY BUS the Isle of Purbeck to the picturesque list is endless. The Swanage Railway is served by ‘Purbeck Breezer’ buses from village of Corfe Castle. Fare includes spectacular Isle of Purbeck countryside. return by train before sailing back to Poole. 29 July - 5 August Bournemouth (via the Sandbanks ferry) to Swanage and from Poole (via Swanage Regatta, Carnival and Fireworks Displays HOW MUCH TIME DO I HAVE TO GIVE? Wareham Station) to Corfe Castle and Swanage. Avoid the strain and take the train to the best carnival on the South Some of our volunteers give two or three days a week, some give Bus times and routes: www.morebus.co.uk. DORSETMAN LUNCHEON DRIVE A TRAIN EXPERIENCES Coast. High frequency timetable throughout the week including an a handful of days during the year and some jobs need a minimum A31 To Southampton, The steam hauled Dorsetman provides a marvellous way to enjoy a There can be no better or more memorable experience than to fulfil commitment of 15 days a year. The choice is yours. Winchester and evening service with “fireworks specials”. leisurely four course Sunday lunch whilst viewing the magnificent ruins London a long held ambition to take the controls of a heritage steam or diesel to Blandford to Wimborne of Corfe Castle from your table. The Dorsetman runs on selected locomotive. 8 - 10 September IS THERE AN AGE LIMIT? Bournemouth Sundays throughout the year. To Dorchester A35 Classic Transport Rally You can start volunteering at 16 and continue as long as you want. Poole We offer a range of driving experiences from one hour long taster sessions to full day basic steam locomotive driving courses. Travel by train to enjoy a superb display of classic road transport Some of our younger volunteers have commenced full time employment To Wool, A351 Poole Bovington Tank Museum Quay An Ideal gift perhaps? from yesteryear with around 500 exhibits on display. BISTRO with national rail companies on the strength of the skills and experience Monkey World The heritage diesel hauled Bistro offers an enjoyable and relaxing dining gained volunteering with the Swanage Railway. Lulworth Wareham Poole Harbour 13 - 15 October Weymouth Station experience. Operating on selected Friday evenings throughout the year. A352 SWANAGEBrownsea RAILWAYSandbanks AND BAY FOOTPLATE RIDES Autumn Steam Gala ILLUSTRATEDIsland BY IAN POINTER SUMMER 2014 V.3/290714 The Bistro offers a four course menu utilising locally sourced fare. DO I GET TRAINING? Wareham Chain Ferry We offer rides on our heritage steam and diesel locomotives. Lasting A three day feast of steam with at least one guest locomotive We provide comprehensive training in all our roles. Many of our around half an hour enjoy the view from the cab as our crew drive supporting our own fleet,working a varied and intensive train service. Worgret volunteers enjoy passing on time served skills to younger volunteers. Junction A351 Norden Shell Bay through the beautiful Purbeck countryside. CREAM TEA TRAINS Station Corfe 2 - 24 December Castle Studland Enjoy a leisurely ride through the beautiful Isle of Purbeck countryside WHAT DO I GET IN RETURN FOR MY Station Santa Specials and Christmas Festivities whilst enjoying a Dorset Cream Tea served to you at your seat. The Old Harry HARD WORK? Rocks SOUVENIRS AND GIFTS Enjoy a steam train ride and meet Father Christmas on board his heritage diesel hauled Dorset Cream Tea trains run on selected Tuesdays Herston Halt special train. All-inclusive tickets with a present for every child and between April and October. Satisfaction of keeping one of Britain’s premier heritage railways running Swanage Beach Our well stocked shop at Swanage Station, open on all train operating seasonal refreshments for adults. Advance booking essential. successfully. Also, a great feeling of community spirit and camaraderie Swanage days, offers an excellent range of gifts, books, postcards and models to Harmans Cross Our programme of Christmas Festivities include Carol Trains, were two of the many reasons given by our volunteers. Station suit all ages – the perfect place to pick up a unique souvenir of your Swanage Christmas Luncheons and a special Christmas Belle in our luxurious BOOKING INFORMATION Many of the skills learned are useful in other walks of life as well. Station visit to the Swanage Railway. Pullman Observation Car. Advance reservation is essential due to popularity and payment is Chapmans Pool Durlston Head As much tea as you can drink! Dancing Ledge required at the time of booking. GIFT CARDS 28 December St Aldhelm’s Wessex Belle, Dorsetman and Bistro Trains require your Menu choices HOW DO I GET INVOLVED? National Rail or St Alban’s Not quite sure what gift to buy? Then purchase a Swanage Railway Winter Warm Up Head when booking. See website for details. All bookings close on the Email [email protected] and we will be in touch. Swanage Railway Gift Card. The card can be purchased for any value between £10 and Banish the cold turkey, Brussels sprouts and post-Christmas sales Wednesday prior to travel. We run introduction days regularly for potential volunteers to get a Trial Service Swanage <> Wareham Summer 2017 £500. It can be redeemed against train tickets, dining trains, driver and enjoy steam and diesel locomotives in action on an intensive experiences and in our gift shop and station buffet. timetable. taste of volunteering on the Swanage Railway. See Train Adventure 01929 425800 01929 425800 • swanagerailway.co.uk 01929 425800 • swanagerailway.co.uk 01929 425800 • swanagerailway.co.uk 01929 425800 • swanagerailway.co.uk 01929 425800 • swanagerailway.co.uk swanagerailway.co.uk dmu-graphic.pdf 1 07/11/2016 19:57 USEFUL INFORMATION WAREHAM SERVICES WELCOME FARES & OPERATING DAYS TIMETABLES The Swanage Railway is the picture postcard branch line to the seaside.