WSRA News

Restoring the WSRA’s steam locomotives

Restoring the WSRA’s steam locomotives

We have confirmed that the WSRA plans to restore both 4561 and 80064 to steam on the WSR, with the work being done at Williton, as far as possible. We are now able to update members on the plans. After a good deal of thought and planning, the Association and the WSR...

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WSRA Trustee meeting report 11 March 2024

WSRA Trustee meeting report 11 March 2024

The WSRA Trustees met on Monday 11 March in Williton.  Amongst the items discussed were: Previous Meeting – The minutes of the previous meeting on 12 February were approved as an accurate record with one amendment. Governance – three new and/or updated policies were...

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WSRA Trustee meeting report 11 March 2024

WSRA Trustee meeting report 8 January 2023

The WSRA Trustees met on Monday 08 January in Williton and by TEAMS.  Amongst the items discussed were: Previous Meeting – The minutes of the previous meeting on 11 December were approved as an accurate record, with one amendment. Board Awayday – Trustees agreed to...

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WSRA provides ballast for the West Somerset Railway

WSRA provides ballast for the West Somerset Railway

Thanks to donations received, the WSRA has provided 2 lorry loads (40 tonnes) of ballast for the West Somerset Railway.   The ballast was delivered to Dunster Yard on Monday 8th January and is ready for use over the winter as the infrastructure teams get to work on...

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80064 comes to the WSRA

80064 comes to the WSRA

 The West Somerset Railway Association is delighted to announce that the present owners of BR Standard Class 4MT locomotive 80064 have decided to gift it to the West Somerset Railway Association. The West Somerset Railway is Britain’s longest standard gauge heritage...

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WSRA  Administrator Vacancy

WSRA Administrator Vacancy

The WSRA is seeking an experienced administrator to undertake and manage the day to day administration of the charity and its trading subsidiary.  We are looking for someone who is positive, creative and a problem solver. They must be able to listen to others,...

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WSRA Trustee meeting report 11 March 2024

WSRA Trustee meeting report 9 October 2023

The WSRA Trustees met on Monday 09 October in Williton.  There was an afternoon discussion to bring new Trustees up to speed  on business and the formal board meeting commenced at 17:30   Amongst the items discussed were:  Trustee vacancies – Will foster was co-opted...

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WSRA hosts visit from Minehead Dementia Action Alliance

WSRA hosts visit from Minehead Dementia Action Alliance

On wednesday 13th September, WSRA Community Engagement Coordinator Robin Wichard hosted a visit from Minehead Dementia Action Alliance. The group enjoyed a train ride on the 14:30 departure from Minehead to Blue Anchor where Robin Wichard, who is also Blue Anchor...

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WSRA funds new Target Discs for Crossing Gates

WSRA funds new Target Discs for Crossing Gates

Following a successful funding application, WSRA is pleased to note that new Target Discs have been fitted to the crossing Gates at Williton and Blue Anchor. A Target Disc is a large red 'target' fixed to the faces of the level crossing gates.  They are located to...

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