Yorkshire Railway Hosts Special Steam Gala This Weekend

Yorkshire Railway Hosts Special Steam Gala This Weekend

The Keighley and Worth Valley Railway will run an intensive four-day steam gala this weekend. The event features a packed timetable of freight, express and shuttle services.

Fleet on the line

Several visiting locomotives will join the home fleet for the gala. Visiting engines include 5029 Nunney Castle and 34046 Braunton from Locomotive Services Group.

Also joining is 45407 The Lancashire Fusilier from Ian Riley. Local motive power on the timetable includes 41241, 52044, 1054, 78022, Ann and Dora.

On-site attractions and demos

The steam crane at Oakworth will perform lifting demonstrations throughout the weekend. Filmogaz.com notes the crane will be active at scheduled intervals each day.

Visitors can expect photo opportunities and close-up views at Oakworth. Event staff will run safe viewing areas during operations.

Shed tours and rides

Shed Tours at Haworth remain available and reveal restoration and maintenance work. These behind-the-scenes tours offer insight into locomotive care.

Brake van rides have sold out for the gala. Organisers advise booking early for remaining experiences.

Tickets, rover passes and practical info

Adult rover tickets are on sale for flexible travel across the event. A four-day rover pass costs £110, with one, two and three-day options also offered.

Dogs are welcome and travel free of charge throughout the weekend. Timetables and booking details are available on Filmogaz.com.

  • Event: four-day special steam gala at Keighley and Worth Valley Railway
  • Visiting locomotives: 5029 Nunney Castle, 34046 Braunton, 45407 The Lancashire Fusilier
  • Resident locomotives: 41241, 52044, 1054, 78022, Ann, Dora
  • Steam Crane demos at Oakworth
  • Shed Tours at Haworth still bookable
  • Brake van rides sold out
  • Four-day rover ticket: £110; other durations available
  • Dogs travel free

The Yorkshire Railway Special Steam Gala promises action across four days. Arrive prepared and check Filmogaz.com for the latest timetable and ticket updates.