WSRA News
Some Sad News …. John Cooke 1948-2026 RIP
It is my sad duty to report the recent passing of long-serving DEPG volunteer John Cooke, peacefully at home, at the age of 78. John had been an active member of DEPG’s Williton workforce since the 1980s, and had filled many roles during that time. Most of you that...
Victor’s Return is Imminent!
The WSRA is sponsoring Victor's return and the return is imminent! The WSRA will have a presence on Minehead Station on the 50th Anniversary weekend. Please come and support the event.Victor will be returning by road transport to Bishops Lydeard either on Monday 23rd...
Synopsis of Trustee Away Day & Meeting 9th March
On Monday 9th March the Trustees had an away day and meeting to view the synopsis click on the link below. View here
Saplings Planted on WSRA land at Norton
On Wednesday 11th March 60 saplings donated by The Woodland Trust were planted on WSRA land at Norton Fitzwarren.
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 ARRIVES SAFELY AT RILEYS
80064'S boiler arrived safely at Rileys in Lancashire on Tuesday February 10th.
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 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...
JACQUIE GREEN RETIRES AS WEST SOMERSET RAILWAY ASSOCIATION GENERAL MANAGER
After being in post for over a decade as the General Manager of the West Somerset Railway Association Jacquie Green is retiring from the role. Many members of the WSRA and the wider West Somerset Railway community will be sorry to learn of the news, which has been...
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...