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GWR 4079 ‘Pendennis Castle’ excursion day

Thu 13 April 2023 GWR 4079 'Pendennis Castle' excursion day

Spend an additional day with GWR 4079 ‘Pendennis Castle’ during its first heritage railway appearance BEFORE the Spring Steam Gala with an excursion style service, starting in Bridgnorth.

We’ll  be recreating a number of famous-named trains, including the Birkenhead Flyer, Zulu and SLS Specials as the locomotive travels non-stop along the whole length of the line.

Bridgnorth Buffet, The Railwayman’s Arms and The King and Castle will be open to ensure you travel happy, not hungry.

Already booked for the Spring Steam Gala? Book a ticket for this special excursion and get 10% off your ticket. Members receive 33% discount on this event (discount applied automatically if booking online whilst logged in to your account.) 

The service will operate non-stop along the Severn Valley Railway

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