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LSWR B4 No.96 ‘Normandy’

Two updates from the Bulleid Society are available, showing great progress with Normandy’s overhaul at the hands of the ‘Atlantic team’ at Sheffield Park.

This photo shows the new steam pipes. The pattern and casting were undertaken by East Coast Castings. (John Fry)

SR Q-class No. 541
Schools-class No. 928 ‘Stowe’

Updates from the Maunsell Society are available, based on April’s Bluebell Times.

Q-class 541’s coupling rods being inspected for work required to bushes etc. (Steve Pilcher)

Dukedog at the Severn Valley Railway

The Bluebell-owned GWR 4-4-0 locomotive No.9017 is now on display in the Engine House at Highley.

9017 'Earl of Berkeley' recently moved into the Engine House at Highley on the Severn Valley Railway (photos - James Green, 16 April 2026). Click on photos for enlargement.