Heritage Railway  |  254 - 10 May 2019
IN recent months, we have covered extensively the impending crisis at the West Somerset Railway and the rapid steps that are being taken to right the ship. We all know that theWest Somerset is a magnificent heritage railway, and there is every reason why it should continue to be so, but it appears that for too long, aspects of it have been taken for granted.
As soon as the problems were properly identified, along with the help of the Office of Rail and Road, sweeping changes have had to be made.
For example, a brave decision was taken to close the line for three months while a major new infrastructure plan was developed and implemented, even though this meant the loss of the spring steam gala.
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in Heritage Railway 254 - 10 May 2019.