The Bluebell Railway Trust is delighted to share some exciting news about 80151, our much-loved British Railways Standard Class 4 locomotive, currently in service on the Bluebell Railway.
Thanks to the remarkable generosity of its majority shareholders, the Bluebell Railway Trust has been able to increase its stake in the company which owns this locomotive, 80151 Locomotive Ltd, from 40.3% to 90.6%. This significant step helps to secure the long-term future of 80151 here at the Bluebell Railway, ensuring it can continue to steam for generations to come.
A heartfelt “thank you” to everyone who has supported this important achievement!
Pictured on the right is 80151 passing Town Place Farm bridge with the 11.30 from East Grinstead on 28 September 2024 (Nick Gilliam), and below 80151 at Brighton on 2 September 1962 (Charlie Verrall)
