Every journey ends with a memory.

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1 PREVIEW EDITION 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

2 Try our NEW IMPROVED visitor facilities at Bridgnorth, Summer 2018 Some moments last forever. See the steam engine, feel the heat and experience the train rumbling under your feet. Prepare to venture back in time. The Railway operates full-size, mainly steam-hauled passenger trains for sixteen miles along the beautiful Severn Valley between Kidderminster, Bewdley and Bridgnorth. Soak up the splendour of a bygone age as you travel in one of our comfortable historic carriages, dating from All have been lovingly restored to their former 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 steam locomotives. Take a fascinating journey behind the scenes, explore the interactive exhibits and let off steam at our outdoor play area! Don t forget the The Engine House Café, a great spot for a bite to eat with stunning views of the Severn Valley as the trains roll by. Enjoy a warm welcome from our dedicated volunteers, whose key aim is to preserve our unique heritage for your enjoyment and that of future generations. 2 3

3 Memories, like journeys, take time. BRIDGNORTH BRIDGNORTH Daniel s Mill 4½ miles 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 Station, including a GWR-style refreshment room on Platform 1. See pages for Calendar and Timetables to help you plan your day. HAMPTON LOADE 2¼ miles Severn Valley Country Park Breathtaking scenery, charming towns and villages, friendly people... Every trip on the Severn Valley Railway is unforgettable. Country Park Halt (Request Stop) HIGHLEY 2 miles ARLEY ARLEY Kidderminster Highley Lovingly recreated 1930s station and concourse Gift shop FREE Kidderminster Railway Museum Coalyard Miniature Railway* Museum of Carpet just a short walk from the station Refreshment Room King & Castle pub The Engine House Visitor Centre The Engine House Café Children s play area Access to the Severn Valley Country Park Route 45 Cycleway nearby Bewdley Georgian riverside town just 10 minutes from the station Bewdley Town Museum Idyllic riverbank walks 3¾ miles Victoria Bridge Northwood Halt (Request Stop) Arley BEWDLEY BEWDLEY KIDDERMINSTER KIDDERMINSTER 3½ miles 4 Toilets Gift shop Snack kiosk Picnic area Public house Car park (fee payable) Museum Baby changing facilities Food available Disabled access Please note our halts are NOT suitable for less able visitors Map not to scale Breathtaking countryside Tranquil picnic spots Nearby river and village Stunning Arley Arboretum ESTINATION MUST-SEE D Hampton Loade Picnic area Live steam model railway (most Sundays) Bridgnorth NEW improved visitor facilities, including GWR-themed refreshment room Railwayman s Arms pub Charming market town, set above and below a sandstone cliff face Steepest inland funicular railway in England Castle Gardens picnic area Saturday market day Get the most from your journey - pick up a FREE copy of our FROM THE WINDOW booklet when you buy your tickets or download a copy from svr.co.uk before your visit. Expected Summer *Open most weekends. For other dates, call Additional charge payable. 5

4 FREE entry with a Freedom of the Line ticket NEW FOR 2018 Exhibition of work by renowned railway artist, John Austin (opening February Half Term). 6 Make a stop for discovery at The Engine House Visitor Centre. Home to our reserve collection of full-size steam engines, the exciting Engine House Visitor Centre at Highley takes you on a fascinating journey behind the scenes. Marvel at the massive locomotives, delve into the history of Britain s railways, enjoy themed, interactive exhibitions including Gordon the blue engine! In fact there s so much to do, you may need to set some extra time aside to explore, grab a bite to eat and rest a while to enjoy stunning views of the Severn Valley as the trains roll by. FREE entry with a Freedom of the Line ticket Indoor visitor centre with exhibits for all-weather fun Outdoor play area and activities perfect for kids Admission Your Freedom of the Line ticket includes FREE admission to The Engine House. Otherwise the following admission fees apply: Adults: Seniors: Children: (4-15 years) SVR Members: (on production of membership card) Family: (2 adults + up to 4 children) Please note: The Engine House is closed on days when there is no train service (see calendar page 10). Parking at Highley is for disabled badge holders only. Other visitors MUST use the Severn Valley Country Park car park situated in Station Road. Dogs are allowed in The Engine House but must be kept on leads. Opening Times* Midweek (Mon Fri) 10.45am 5.30pm Saturdays & Bank Holidays 10.15am 5.30pm Sundays 10.45am 5.30pm Special Events Opening hours and admission charges may vary. *Last admission to The Engine House will be 30 minutes before closing time and last orders at The Engine House Café will be 45 minutes before closing time. Other NEW exciting attractions and play facilities for 2018 to be announced stay up to date at svr.co.uk

5 Special Events Enjoyed your day with us? Then why not come back again to enjoy some of our extra special events. MAR Spring Steam Gala March Revised fares Special timetable Great three-day event for anyone with an affection for steam, with visiting locomotives and an intensive timetable. APR Open House Weekend April 7 8 Revised fares Special timetable Model railways, behind the scenes tours and lots more. PAW Patrol Visit* April Revised train fares Special timetable Pre-booking advisable Steam train rides plus see Chase and Skye from 2017 Spin Master. All Rights Reserved. PAW Patrol at intervals. MAY Spring Diesel Festival May Revised fares Special timetable A stunning mix of heritage and mainline diesels working at the biggest diesel event in the country! Mixed Traction Day May 20 Normal fares Special timetable An exciting mix of steam and diesel-hauled services throughout the day. JUN Goods Gala June 2 3 Normal fares Special timetable Celebrating loco No s 100th birthday, we take a look at goods trains through the ages. Step Back to the 1940s June 30, July 1, 7 & 8 Revised fares Special timetable Journey back to the 1940s with re-enactors, memorabilia, music and the Big Battle! JUL Classic Vehicle Day July 29 Normal fares Special timetable Classic motors from yesteryear on display at stations along the line. AUG 50th Anniversary of the Last Days of Steam Dates and activities TBC. AUG Family Activities at The Engine House Selected days in August Normal fares Timetable A Extra activities to keep the children entertained during the holidays. Steam on the Road August Normal fares Special timetable Showcasing the very best of steam on the road and steam on the rails! SEPT On the Buses September 2 Normal fares Special timetable All aboard for vintage and modern bus rides around Bewdley, as well as a fantastic display of vehicles at the station. FREE entry with your train ticket. Autumn Steam Gala September Revised fares Special timetable The biggest event of the year with overnight running, goods trains, visiting locomotives and so much more. OCT Class 50 Golden Jubilee Diesel Event October 4 6 Activities TBC. Ghost Trains!* Dates to be confirmed Pre-book only Evening specials Dare to take a ride into the night. Christmas Gift Fayre October Normal fares Special Timetable Gifts galore with a festive twist at The Engine House Visitor Centre. DEC Santa Sleigh Expresses*, Santa Steam Specials* & Santa Heralds* Dates to be confirmed Revised fares Special timetable Pre-book only Magical, festive steam train rides for all the family. Festive Season Service From December 26 Normal fares Special timetable Enjoy the winter beauty of the Severn Valley from the comfort of a steam train. Family Activities *Shareholder at 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. The Engine House 8 9

6 Calendar & Timetables 2018 Please note this a Preview Timetable therefore timetables and services may vary from those published on certain dates. Please see svr.co.uk for the latest information before your visit. JANUARY APRIL JULY OCTOBER FEBRUARY MAY AUGUST NOVEMBER Special events, timetables and fares may vary. MARCH JUNE SEPTEMBER DECEMBER Please 5 6see 7our Christmas brochure for 19 details (Available in August) No service on these dates. Special timetable may be in operation and subject to change, see svr.co.uk Timetable A AM AM PM PM PM PM Kidderminster Bewdley Arley Highley Hampton Loade Bridgnorth AM PM PM PM PM PM Bridgnorth Hampton Loade Highley Arley Bewdley Kidderminster This train will normally be operated by a heritage diesel but a steam locomotive will be used on the following dates: April 3-6, 9-13, 15, 22, May 13, 29, 30 & 31, June 1, 10, 17 & 24, August, September 9, 16 & 30. Timetable B AM AM AM PM PM PM PM PM Kidderminster Bewdley Arley Highley Hampton Loade Bridgnorth AM AM PM PM PM PM PM PM Bridgnorth Hampton Loade Highley Arley Bewdley Kidderminster This train will be operated by a heritage diesel. All locomotives are subject to availability. Northwood & Country Park Halts (Request Stops) To alight at either halt, inform the Guard before joining the train. To join, give a signal to the Driver by facing the approaching train with a horizontally extended arm. Trains will only stop during the hours of daylight. Unfortunately halts are not suitable for less able visitors. Dining Services Dining services operate on most Sundays. Please see our dining brochure for full details. Advance booking is essential for dining. NEW FOR SUMMER 2018 Great Western-style, refreshment room & newly refurbished Railwayman s Arms pub at Bridgnorth Station

7 Eat, drink and refresh. From a quick snack to relaxed dining, you ll be spoilt for choice along the line. Kidderminster The King & Castle Bustling atmospheric pub, serving a wide range of cask ales. Refreshment Room Welcoming licensed Refreshment Room on the station concourse serving great food to eat in or takeaway. Very popular for breakfast arrive early! Bewdley Refreshment Room Perfect for hot and cold meals, snacks and drinks. Eat in or take-away. The Engine House Visitor Centre Highley The Engine House Café A short walk from Highley Station, with wonderful Severn Valley views, ideal for light bites or full meals. Chef s specials are available daily from 12 noon, and the restaurant is fully licensed. Bridgnorth Refreshment Room Enjoy hearty breakfasts, light hot and cold bites and delicious cakes in our NEW GWR-style refreshment room (coming summer 2018). The Railwayman s Arms Soak up railway history over a glass of real ale in our newlyextended atmospheric pub dating back to On Train Most trains operate a trolley service offering a selection of hot and cold drinks and snacks. On Platform: Arley, Highley and Hampton Loade Our station kiosks serve a small range of snacks and drinks. Opening times vary with the season. Special days to remember. Dining Trains Dine in splendour on a steam train whilst enjoying stunning views. Our luncheon and evening dining trains operate from Kidderminster throughout the season. Enjoy Cream and Afternoon Tea served in our elegant observation saloons. Tel: Footplate Experience Driving and firing a steam (or diesel) locomotive along the beautiful Severn Valley is the ideal gift. Realise a lifelong ambition with us. Tel: Weddings Get married with us and celebrate in vintage style with friends and family at this unique venue. Arley station and The Engine House are both licenced for weddings. Tel: Groups and Schools Discount fares for groups of 12 or more when booking in advance. Educational packages also available. Tel: For more information on the above, additional brochures are available to pick up or download from svr.co.uk. Evening Scenic Specials Fish n Chip Supper* April 21, 28 and every Saturday from May 5 Sep 15 (excluding 19 May, 30 June & 7 July) Diesel train departs Kidderminster most spring/summer Saturdays with bar service and fish n chip supper. *Additional charge applies Gift Vouchers available 12 13

8 Make plans for a great day out fares to be confirmed soon. Stay up to date at svr.co.uk. How to find us Getting to the railway is easy, by rail or car. Take the train to Kidderminster mainline station or hop in the car and use our sat-nav-friendly postcodes: Kidderminster Station DY10 1QX Bewdley Station DY12 1BG Bridgnorth Station WV16 5DT Most tickets can be purchased at reduced prices online at svr.co.uk, by telephone on 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. Other ticket options are also available: Annual Freedom of the Line Family Pass treat the family to travel at a special price. 1st Class Travel travel in style for a small supplement (upgrade on the day). Facilities for the less able some trains have specially adapted carriages for those with mobility problems. Ramps, which permit access for wheelchairs to our trains, are available at main stations. Our halts are not suitable for less able visitors. Parking parking is available at Kidderminster, Bewdley and Bridgnorth fee payable on the day. Bridgnorth Station - during 2018 customers may, at times, 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. Kidderminster By train: direct trains from Birmingham and Worcester. By road: Kidderminster Station (DY10 1QX) on Comberton Hill is signposted from the Kidderminster ring road, M42 westbound, M5 southbound and M5 northbound just follow the brown tourist signs with the little white train. Bewdley By road: Bewdley Station (DY12 1BG) just off the A456 Kidderminster Leominster Road is signposted from M5 northbound (J6) taking the A449 towards Kidderminster turning onto the A4025 through Stourport-on-Severn. Bridgnorth By road: Bridgnorth Station (WV16 5DT) on Hollybush Road is signposted from the M54 and Telford. From Wolverhampton, use the A454. From the M6 southbound use J13 and travel via Wolverhampton (avoiding congestion on the Midlands motorway links). 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

9 I A V L E L Y R N R E V E S A L W A Y Get involved Keen to get more involved? The Severn Valley Railway Co. Ltd. is the supporting body of the Railway, supplying volunteers from its 12,000 plus membership to help run the SVR. Become a member and you can look forward to a whole host of exclusive benefits including reduced fares, special events and the quarterly SVR News magazine all for an affordable membership fee. Or volunteer! Did you enjoy your trip on the SVR? Did you admire the way that the SVR has created such wonderful experience for our visitors? Did you know that almost all of the people that made your day memorable are volunteers? Would you like to join them to help keep our wonderful Railway alive for years to come? As a member, you could help us run the Railway. We have a wide range of volunteer opportunities throughout the Railway - you ll be surprised at the variety of jobs needed to deliver that unique SVR experience. We couldn t run the Railway without volunteers, they are the lifeblood of the line and you too could be a valued member of the team. Why not take a look at the volunteer website uk which provides information on the volunteering opportunities available. Interested? Then complete the contact us form or call the Volunteer Liaison Office on or vlo@svrlive.com. The office at Bewdley Station is open every Tuesday and Thursday and some weekends. Please remember it is an insurance requirement that all volunteers are members of the Railway. Simply complete and return the form overleaf or apply online to be welcomed aboard. Severn Valley Railway Company Limited Membership Application Form For full details of membership benefits please go to svr.co.uk where you may also join online. 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 Joint Senior Citizen Joint Senior Citizen Family (includes children under 14) Junior (14-16) Not available Student (or in full-time education) Not available Life Membership Joint Life Membership (Please tick the appropriate box) I/We enclose the membership fee of (plus an optional donation of ), payable to Severn Valley Railway Co. Ltd. (Subscriptions include VAT.) (If you wish to pay by direct debit simply complete and return this form. A direct debit mandate will then be sent to you for completion.) Full Name: Mr/Mrs/Miss/Ms Partner s Name: Address: address: Postcode: Daytime tel. no. Date: If you wish to pay by credit or debit card, you can join easily by telephone. Simply call our Membership Secretary on (9.30am to 1.30pm, Mondays to Fridays) with your card details. Your details will only be made available to other organisations operating under the Severn Valley Railway name to include: Severn Valley Railway (Holdings) plc., Severn Valley Railway Charitable Trust Ltd. and other SVR organisations which may be introduced from time to time. Please send the completed form to:- Victoria Evans, Membership Secretary, Severn Valley Railway Co. Ltd., Number One, Comberton Place, Kidderminster, Worcestershire DY10 1QR PLEASE DO NOT USE THIS FORM FOR MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS 16 17

10 Celebrating the past Securing the future Name: Yes, I would like to help fund the SVR Apprenticeship Scheme Address: Tel: In a pioneering scheme, the SVR is reversing the decline of heritage skills by training a new generation of apprentices. These young people are learning to maintain and restore rolling stock, permanent way and signalling systems. Quite simply, they are the SVR s longterm future. While the price of your ticket covers the day-to-day operation of the trains, the truth is that it can t pay for training the Railway s future engineers. As little as 5 extra from each party of visitors would help cover the cost of the SVR Apprenticeship Scheme. Will you help raise 100,000 to fund SVR apprentices this year? Please use the form opposite, or visit svrtrust.org.uk and click the Donate Now button 100,000 Postcode: I would like to donate: Signature: We d like to keep in touch to update you from time to time on the SVR. 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. Yes, I m happy for you to contact me No, thanks Other Method of payment Cheque (payable to SVR Charitable Trust) Cash Most of the skills we learn here just don t exist in the modern workplace. We re breathing new life into these beautiful heritage vehicles. Heritage engineering apprentice Max Green 55,000 Through our website svrtrust.org.uk Text 2 Donate. Just text SVRC00 and your amount to Charity Gift Aid Declaration Boost your donation by 25p of Gift Aid for every 1 you donate. Gift Aid is reclaimed 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 the box below: 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 pay less Income Tax and/or Capital Gains Tax than the amount of Gift Aid claimed on all my donations in that tax year it is my responsibility to pay any difference. Date: svrtrust.org.uk fundraising@svrtrust.org.uk Did you know that 30% of the Charitable Trust s income comes from gifts in Wills? These gifts mean we will be able to help secure the long-term future of the Railway. Please tick if you d like to receive information on making a gift in your Will Registered Charity No: TT18

11 Try our NEW GWR-themed refreshment room at Bridgnorth, Summer 2018 Severn Valley Railway Official Site or Severn Valley Railway Families CHARITABLE TRUST Thank you to the following organisations for supporting the Severn Valley Railway Charitable Trust as Corporate Partners. Severn Valley Railway, Number One, Comberton Place, Kidderminster, DY10 1QR. Telephone: svr.co.uk KIDDERMINSTER BEWDLEY BRIDGNORTH