Every Journey Ends with a Memory. Journey Into the Past on a Heritage Steam Train and Enjoy the Exciting Engine House Visitor Centre at Highley

Information and Timetable 2018

Every journey ends with a memory. Journey into the past on a heritage steam train and enjoy the exciting Engine House Visitor Centre at Highley.

KIDDERMINSTER · BEWDLEY · BRIDGNORTH

Try our GWR-themed

NEW refreshment room

at Bridgnorth, Summer 2018

Soak up the splendour of a bygone age as you travel in one of our comfortable historic carriages, some dating Some from 1912. All have been lovingly restored to their former moments glory by volunteer craftsmen. Make a stop for discovery at The Engine House, our indoor visitor centre, home to our reserve collection of full-size last forever. steam locomotives. Take a fascinating journey behind the See the steam engine, feel the heat and scenes, explore the interactive exhibits and let off steam at experience the train rumbling under your feet. our outdoor play area! Prepare to venture back in time. Don’t forget The Engine House Café, a great spot for a bite to eat with stunning views of the Severn Valley as The Railway operates full-size, mainly the trains roll by. steam-hauled passenger trains for sixteen Enjoy a warm welcome from our dedicated volunteers, miles along the beautiful Severn Valley between whose key aim is to preserve our unique heritage for your Kidderminster, Bewdley and Bridgnorth. enjoyment and that of future generations.

2 3 Memories, BRIDGNORTHBRIDGNORTH like journeys, take time. Daniel’s Mill Breathtaking scenery, charming towns and villages, friendly people... Every trip on the 4½ miles Severn Valley Railway is unforgettable. Make the most of your day by catching the first train from Kidderminster or Bridgnorth. Hop on and off along the line and explore our beautiful country stations and don’t forget to try our NEW improved visitor facilities at Bridgnorth HAMPTON LOADE Station, including a GWR-style refreshment room on Platform 1†. See pages 10-11 for Calendar and Timetables Severn Valley to help you plan your day. Country Park 2¼ miles Country Park Halt Kidderminster Highley (Request Stop) • Lovingly recreated 1930s station and concourse MUST-SEE DESTINATION HIGHLEY • Gift shop • The Engine House • FREE Kidderminster Visitor Centre Railway Museum • The Engine House Café • Coalyard Miniature Railway* • Children’s play area 2 miles • Museum of Carpet – just a • Access to the Severn Valley short walk from the station Country Park • Route 45 Cycleway nearby • Refreshment Room ARLEYARLEY • King & Castle pub Hampton Loade • Picnic area Bewdley • Live steam model railway • Refreshment Room (most Sundays) 3¾ miles • Georgian riverside town – just 10 minutes from Bridgnorth Northwood Halt the station • NEW improved visitor (Request Stop) Victoria Bridge • Bewdley Town Museum facilities, including GWR-themed • Idyllic riverbank walks refreshment room † Arley • Railwayman’s Arms pub • Charming market town, BEWDLEYBEWDLEY • Breathtaking countryside set above and below a • Tranquil picnic spots sandstone cliff face KIDDERMINSTERKIDDERMINSTER • Nearby river and village • Steepest inland funicular 3½ miles • Stunning Arley Arboretum railway in England • Castle Gardens picnic area

Toilets Gift shop Please note that • Saturday market day Northwood Halt is not Snack kiosk Picnic area suitable for less able Get the most from your journey - pick up a FREE copy of our visitors. Public house Car park (fee payable) ‘FROM THE WINDOW’ booklet when you buy your tickets or Map not to scale download a copy from svr.co.uk before your visit. Visitor centre Baby changing facilities † Expected Summer 2018. Food available Disabled access *Open most weekends. For other dates, call 01562 757900. Additional charge payable. 4 5 NEW FOR 2018 EXHIBITIONS

• Works of railway artist, John Austin • 50th Anniversary of the Last Days of Steam (Opening 30 March)

Grab a quick snack or linger over a tasty family meal at The Engine House Café FREE entry to The Engine House with a ‘Freedom of the Line’ ticket* Make a stop for Indoor visitor centre packed with discovery at The Engine exhibits for all-weather fun Fantastic FREE kids’ indoor House Visitor Centre. activities (school holidays)

Home to our reserve collection of full-size FREE outdoor play area steam engines, the exciting Engine House Visitor Centre at Highley takes you on a Head to svr.co.uk to find more fascinating journey behind the scenes. ideas along the line... Marvel at the massive locomotives, delve into the history of Britain’s railways, enjoy themed, interactive exhibitions The Engine House Visitor Centre opens at 10.45am including Gordon the blue engine! every morning (10.15am high-season Saturdays and Bank In fact there’s so much to do, you may need to set some Holidays) when the line is in service, closing at 5.30pm. extra time aside to explore, grab a bite to eat and rest Last orders at The Engine House Café will be 4.45pm. awhile to enjoy stunning views of the Severn Valley as the trains roll by. *For other ticket holders, admission charges apply. See svr.co.uk. 6 7 AUG Family Activities at The Engine House Special Events Selected days in August Normal fares • Timetable A Enjoyed your day with us? Then why not come back Extra activities to keep the children entertained again to enjoy some of our extra special events. during the holidays. Steam on the Road Spring Steam Gala MAR August 11 – 12 March 16 – 18 Revised fares Normal fares • Sat Timetable A, • Special timetable Sun Timetable B Great three-day event for Showcasing the very best of anyone with an affection for steam on the road and steam steam, with visiting locomotives on the rails! and an intensive timetable. SEPT On the Buses Open House Weekend September 2 Normal fares • Timetable A APR All aboard for vintage and modern bus rides around April 7 – 8 Normal fares • Special timetable Bewdley, as well as a fantastic display of vehicles at the Model railways, behind the scenes tours and lots more. station. FREE entry with your train ticket. PAW Patrol Visit* Autumn Steam Gala April 28 – 29 September 20 – 23 Revised train fares Revised fares • Special timetable • Special timetable The biggest event of the year Pre-booking advisable with overnight running, goods Steam train rides plus trains, visiting locomotives and so much more. see Chase and Skye from © 2017 Spin Master. All Rights Reserved. PAW Patrol at intervals. OCT Class 50 Golden Jubilee Diesel Event October 4 – 6 MAY Spring Diesel Festival Revised fares • Special timetable May 17 – 19 Revised fares • Special timetable Details to follow. A stunning mix of heritage and mainline diesels working Ghost Trains!* at the biggest diesel event in the country! October 27, 30 & 31 Mixed Traction Day Pre-book only • Evening specials May 20 Normal fares • Special timetable Dare to take a ride into the night. An exciting mix of steam and diesel-hauled services Christmas Gift Fayre throughout the day. October 27 – 28 Normal fares • Special timetable JUN Goods Gala Gifts galore with a festive twist at The Engine House June 2 – 3 Normal fares • Special timetable Visitor Centre. Celebrating loco No. 2857’s 100th birthday, we take a look at goods trains through the ages. Step Back to the 1940s June 30, July 1, 7 & 8 Santa Sleigh Expresses*, Revised fares • Special timetable DEC Santa Steam Specials* & Santa Heralds* Journey back to the 1940s with Dates to be confirmed re-enactors, memorabilia, music Revised fares • Special timetable • Pre-book only and the Big Battle! Magical, festive steam train rides for all the family. JUL Classic Vehicle Day Festive Season Service July 29 From December 26 Normal fares • Timetable A Normal fares • Special timetable Classic motors from yesteryear Enjoy the winter beauty of the Severn Valley on display at stations along from the comfort of a steam train. the line. AUG 50th Anniversary of the Last Days of Steam Dates and details to follow.

*Shareholder vouchers and passes are not valid during these Event details including attractions may be subject to change. extra-special events. See svr.co.uk for the latest information. 8 9 Timetable A AM AM ■ PM PM PM ■ PM Calendar & Kidderminster 10.15 11.35 12.55 2.15 3.35 4.55 Bewdley 10.29 11.49 1.09 2.29 3.49 5.09 Timetables 2018 Arley 10.45 12.05 1.25 2.45 4.05 5.25 Highley 10.56 12.16 1.36 2.56 4.16 5.36 Please note timetables and services may vary from those Hampton Loade 11.10 12.30 1.50 3.10 4.30 5.50 published on certain dates. Please see svr.co.uk for the latest Bridgnorth 11.25 12.45 2.05 3.25 4.45 6.05 information before your visit. AM PM PM ■ PM PM PM ■ Bridgnorth 10.40 12.05 1.25 2.45 4.05 5.25 JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH Hampton Loade 11.09 12.29 1.49 3.09 4.29 5.49 M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 Highley 11.20 12.40 2.00 3.20 4.40 5.59 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Arley 11.33 12.53 2.13 3.33 4.53 6.09 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Bewdley 11.49 1.09 2.29 3.49 5.09 6.24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 29 30 31 26 27 28 26 27 28 29 30 31 Kidderminster 12.00 1.20 2.40 4.00 5.25 6.40

This train will normally be operated by a heritage diesel but a steam APRIL MAY JUNE locomotive will be used on the following dates: March 30, April 3-6, M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S 9-13, 15, 22, May 13, 29, 30 & 31, June 1, 10, 17 & 24, July 2-6, 15, 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 22-27, 30-31, August 1-31, September 9, 16 & 30. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 30 30 Timetable B AM ■ AM AM PM PM ■ PM PM PM

JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER Kidderminster 9.45 10.25 11.10 12.45 1.45 2.25 3.25 5.10 M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S Bewdley 9.59 10.40 11.24 1.02 2.02 2.42 3.40 5.23 1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 Arley 10.14 10.56 11.42 1.22 2.17 3.02 3.56 5.38 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Highley 10.26 11.09 11.54 1.34 2.29 3.14 4.09 5.49 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Hampton Loade 10.36 11.20 12.08 1.48 2.40 3.28 4.20 6.00 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Bridgnorth 10.51 11.35 12.23 2.03 2.55 3.43 4.35 6.15 30 31 AM AM ■ PM PM PM PM ■ PM PM

OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER Bridgnorth 10.55 11.50 12.40 1.30 3.10 4.00 4.50 5.40 M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S Hampton Loade 11.20 12.08 1.00 1.48 3.28 4.20 5.08 6.00 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 1 2 Highley 11.31 12.21 1.11 2.01 3.41 4.31 5.21 6.11 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 3 4Please5 6see7 our8 9 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 10 Christmas11 12 13 brochure14 15 16 Arley 11.41 12.36 1.21 2.18 3.56 4.41 5.39 6.21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 17 18 for19 details20 21 22 23 Bewdley 11.56 12.57 1.36 2.37 4.12 4.56 5.54 6.36 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30 24 (Available25 26 27 in August)28 29 30 31 Kidderminster 12.07 1.08 1.50 2.48 4.23 5.07 6.10 6.52

Special events, timetables and fares may vary. No service on these dates. This train will be operated by a heritage diesel. Special timetable may be in operation and subject to change, see svr.co.uk All locomotives are subject to availability.

Northwood & Country Park Halts Dining Services (Request Stops) NEW FOR Dining services operate on most SUMMER To alight at either halt, inform the Sundays. Please see our dining 2018 Guard before joining the train. brochure for full details. Advance To join, give a signal to the Driver booking is essential for dining. Great Western-style by facing the approaching train with a horizontally extended arm. Trains refreshment room on will only stop during the hours of Platform 1 at daylight. Unfortunately Northwood Bridgnorth Station. Halt is not suitable for less able visitors.

10 11 Gift Vouchers Eat, drink available and refresh. From a quick snack to relaxed dining, you’ll be spoilt for choice along the line.

Kidderminster Bridgnorth The King & Castle Refreshment Room Bustling atmospheric pub, Enjoy hearty breakfasts, Special days to serving a wide range of light hot and cold bites and cask ales. delicious cakes in our NEW remember. Refreshment Room GWR-style refreshment room Dining Trains Weddings Welcoming licensed (coming summer 2018). Dine in splendour on a steam Get married with us and Refreshment Room on the The Railwayman’s Arms train whilst enjoying stunning celebrate in vintage style station concourse serving Soak up railway history over views. Our luncheon and with friends and family at this great food to eat in or take a glass of real ale in our evening dining trains operate unique venue. Arley station and away. Very popular for atmospheric pub dating from Kidderminster The Engine House are both breakfast – arrive early! throughout the season. licensed for weddings. back to 1861. Enjoy Cream and Afternoon Tel: 01746 862387 Tea served in our elegant observation saloons. Groups and Schools Tel: 01562 757900 Discount fares for groups of 12 or more when booking Footplate Experience in advance. Educational Driving and firing a steam (or packages also available. diesel) locomotive along the Tel: 01562 757900 Bewdley beautiful Severn Valley is the Refreshment Room ideal gift. Realise a lifelong Perfect for hot and cold meals, ambition with us. snacks and drinks. Eat in or On Train Tel: 01562 757900 take away. Most trains operate a trolley For more information on the above, additional brochures are The Engine House Visitor service offering a selection available to pick up or download from svr.co.uk. Centre – Highley of hot and cold drinks and The Engine House Café snacks. A short walk from Highley On Platform: Arley, Highley Evening Scenic Specials with Fish & Chip Supper* Station, with wonderful and Hampton Loade Severn Valley views, ideal April 21, 28 and every Saturday from May 5 – September 15 for light bites or full meals. Our station kiosks serve a (excluding May 19, June 30 and July 7) Chef’s specials are available small range of snacks and Diesel train departs Kidderminster most spring/summer daily from 12 noon, and the drinks. Opening times vary Saturdays with bar service and fish & chip supper. restaurant is fully licensed. with the season. *Meal optional. Additional charge applies.

12 13 Make plans How to find us for a great day out. Getting to the railway is easy, by rail or car. Take the train to Kidderminster mainline station or ‘Freedom of the Line’ tickets On the day Pre-book hop in the car and use our sat-nav-friendly postcodes: Family (2 adults and 2, 3 or 4 children) £59.00 £55.00 Kidderminster Station DY10 1QX Adults and Seniors £21.00 £19.50 Bewdley Station DY12 1BG Bridgnorth Station WV16 5DT Children (4 – 15 years) £14.00 £13.00

Most tickets can be purchased at reduced prices online at svr.co.uk, by telephone on 01562 757900 or from our ticket counter at Comberton Place, Kidderminster (when booking at least 5 working days in advance). Tickets for some special events can also be purchased in advance at Kidderminster, Bewdley and Bridgnorth stations. ‘Freedom of the Line’ tickets permit unlimited travel on daytime services on your chosen date and include FREE admission to The Engine House Visitor Centre, Highley. Fares for shorter journeys DO NOT include admission to The Engine House. Kidderminster Other ticket options are also available: By train: direct trains from Birmingham and Worcester. Annual ‘Freedom of the Line’ Family Pass – treat the By road: Kidderminster Station (DY10 1QX) on Comberton Hill is family to travel at a special price. signposted from the Kidderminster ring road, M42 westbound, M5 southbound and M5 northbound – just follow the brown tourist signs 1st Class Travel – travel in style for a small supplement with the little white train. (upgrade on the day). Bewdley Facilities for the less able – some trains have specially adapted By road: Bewdley Station (DY12 1BG) just off the A456 Kidderminster – carriages for those with mobility problems. Ramps, which permit Leominster Road is signposted from M5 northbound (J6) taking the A449 towards Kidderminster turning onto the A4025 through access for standard-size wheelchairs to our trains, are available at Stourport-on-Severn. main stations. Northwood Halt is not suitable for less able visitors. Bridgnorth Parking – parking is available at Kidderminster, Bewdley and By road: Bridgnorth Station (WV16 5DT) on Hollybush Road is signposted Bridgnorth – fee payable on the day. from the M54 and Telford. From Wolverhampton, use the A454. From the M6 southbound use J13 and travel via Wolverhampton (avoiding Bridgnorth Station - during 2018 customers may, at times, congestion on the Midlands motorway links). experience minor disruption to their visit as we complete exciting improvements to the station, facilities and car park. Stay up-to- date with our progress at svr.co.uk. Conditions of Carriage – whilst every effort will be made to maintain services, the Company does not guarantee that trains will depart or arrive at the times stated. We reserve the right to alter or suspend any train without notice. No liability for any loss, inconvenience or delay can be accepted. We regret that we cannot take responsibility for damage to visitors’ clothing, vehicles or personal belongings caused by conditions on a working railway.

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I/We wish to apply for membership of the Severn Valley Railway Co. Ltd, and will comply with the Memorandum and Articles of Association, by-laws and other regulations thereof. 1 year 3 years Ordinary £22.00 £61.00 Joint £32.00 £91.00 Senior Citizen £17.00 £46.00 Joint Senior Citizen £25.00 £70.00 Family (includes children under 14) £38.00 £109.00 Junior (14-16) £10.00 Not available Student (or in full-time education) £16.00 Not available Life Membership £440.00 Joint Life Membership £640.00 (Please tick the appropriate box) Get involved I/We enclose the membership fee of £ (plus an optional donation of £ ), payable to Keen to get more involved? The Severn Valley Railway Co. Ltd. is the supporting body of the “Severn Valley Railway Co. Ltd.” (Subscriptions include VAT.) Railway, supplying volunteers from its 12,000 plus membership to (If you wish to pay by direct debit simply complete and return this form. help run the SVR. Become a member and you can look forward to A direct debit mandate will then be sent to you for completion.) a whole host of exclusive benefits including reduced fares, special events and the quarterly SVR News magazine, all for an affordable Full Name: Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms membership fee. Partner’s Name:

Or volunteer! Address: Did you enjoy your trip on the SVR? Did you admire the way that the SVR has created such a wonderful experience for our visitors? Did you know that almost all of the people that made your day Postcode: memorable are volunteers? Would you like to join them to help keep our wonderful Railway alive for years to come? Email address: As a member, you could help us run the Railway. We have a wide Daytime tel. no. Date: range of volunteer opportunities throughout the Railway - you’ll be If you wish to pay by credit or debit card, you can join easily by telephone. surprised at the variety of jobs needed to deliver that unique SVR Simply call our Membership Secretary on 01562 757930 (9.00am to 2.00pm, experience. We couldn’t run the Railway without volunteers, they Monday to Wednesday) with your card details. are the lifeblood of the line and you too could be a valued member of the team. We’d like to keep in touch to update you from time to time on the SVR including events, marketing and promotions. Your details are safe with us Why not take a look at the volunteer website www.svr-vlo.org.uk and we will never share them with anyone outside of the SVR family. The which provides information on the volunteering opportunities other members of the SVR family are Severn Valley Railway (Holdings) plc available. Interested? Then complete the ‘contact us’ form or and Severn Valley Railway Charitable Trust Ltd. You can change your mind call the Volunteer Liaison Office on 01299 401776 or email at any time about how we contact you. [email protected]. The office at Bewdley Station is open every I am happy for you to contact me by: Post Email Telephone Tuesday and Thursday and some weekends. Please send the completed form to:- Please remember it is a policy of the Company that all volunteers are members of the Railway. Simply complete and return the form Victoria Evans, Membership Secretary, Severn Valley Railway Co. Ltd., opposite or apply online to be welcomed aboard. Number One, Comberton Place, Kidderminster, Worcestershire DY10 1QR PLEASE DO NOT USE THIS FORM FOR MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS 16 17 Our installation at the The Engine House Visitor Centre, Highley will show the names of everyone who donates £50 or more to save Falling Sands Viaduct.

Helping hands for Your Name: Falling Sands Address: Email: Tel:

I’d like to lend a hand and enclose a cheque for £ to cover my £50 donation (and optional extra donation of £ )

We’d like to keep in touch to update you from time to time on the SVR and its appeals. Your details are safe with us, and we will never share them with anyone outside the SVR family. The other two members of the SVR family are Severn Valley Railway (Holdings) plc, and the Severn Valley Railway Company Ltd. You can change your mind at any time about how we contact you.

I am happy for you to contact me by: Post Email Telephone

Please write the first name and surname that you wish to add to the SVR donation wall You can help save Falling Sands Viaduct with the perfect gift for someone who loves the SVR. First name: For £50, you can add your name, or that of a friend Surname: or relative, to the Railway’s ﬁ rst ever donation wall at the Engine House Visitor Centre, Highley. We’re This is my name a gift for a friend or family member creating this memorable installation as part of our a gift in memory of a loved one appeal to save the viaduct. Charity Gift Aid Declaration Boost your donation by 25p of Gift Aid for every £1 you donate. Gift Aid is reclaimed The viaduct is crucial to the Railway’s operation, but inevitably, after by the charity from the tax you pay for the current tax year. Your address is needed to identify you as a current UK taxpayer. In order to Gift Aid your donation, you must tick more than 140 years of service, water has seeped into the structure, the box below: causing it to crack and erode. Eventually, without repairs, we may be forced to reduce the length of trains, or even face temporary or I want to Gift Aid my donation of £ and any donations I make in the future or have made in the past four years. I am a UK taxpayer and understand that if I permanent closure of the line. Already, there’s a speed pay less Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax than the amount of Gift Aid claimed on all restriction in place. my donations in that tax year it is my responsibility to pay any difference.

Please send your completed form and cheque to: Severn Valley Railway Charitable Trust, The donation wall is an important part of our plan to raise £275,000 One Comberton Place, Kidderminster, DY10 1QR. Registered Charity No 1092723 by December 2018. By doing this, we’ll help to unlock a further £1 million from the Heritage Lottery Fund. These combined amounts will pay for urgent repair work to the viaduct, and safeguard Many thanks for your support the future of the SVR. We’ll be in touch soon.

Add your name to the SVR’s donation wall W18 It’s easy to sign up online at svrtrust.org.uk, svrtrust.org.uk or use the form opposite. 01562 757940 [email protected] Registered Charity No: 1092723

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