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SYNOPSIS OF TRUSTEE MEETING 9th FEBRUARY 2026

  The Trustees met at Staplegrove Village Hall, all were present along with Adrian Cross and Andrew Horner WSRA Board Advisors.   The formalities were dealt with: The Chair welcomed everyone to the meeting There were no conflicts of interest declared A report...
80064 BOILER GOES TO LANCASHIRE

80064 BOILER GOES TO LANCASHIRE

Monday February 9th saw another step forward with the restoration of B.R. Standard 4MT    2-6-4T when the boiler left a muddy yard at Williton for work to be carried out at Riley and Son. This another important stage along the way to the target of a 2028 return to...
THE ASSOCIATION SPONSORS VICTOR’s RETURN

THE ASSOCIATION SPONSORS VICTOR’s RETURN

The West Somerset Railway Association is delighted to be sponsoring the return of Bagnall Saddle tank 2996  for the WSR’s Golden Jubilee Weekend of March 28th and 29th.  Fifty years ago and carrying the name “Victor” it worked the first round trips on the West...
WSRA Steam Rally 2026 – A well earned Pause and a Year of Renewal

WSRA Steam Rally 2026 – A well earned Pause and a Year of Renewal

The WSRA has taken the positive decision to pause the 2026 Rally, giving our incredible volunteers a well-earned year’s break after their tireless commitment and enthusiasm over recent years. Just like Glastonbury, a ‘fallow year’ provides a valuable opportunity for...