The Spring Steam Gala is a firm favourite with rail enthusiasts and families. The gala offers the chance to ride behind a range of redident and visiting engines.
Trains will operate between Swanage and the River Frome, running over the extension towards Worgret Junction.
A special event timetable will be in place throughout the weekend.
Visiting engines:
- Austerity Tank Engine Number 68067 – Visiting courtesy of the Roger Hibbert Locomotive Collection and the Great Central Railway
- Austerity Tank Engine WD152 “Rennes” – Visiting courtesy of the Dean Forest Railway
- Grange Class Number 6880 “Betton Grange” – Visiting courtesy of The 6880 Society and the GWSR
The current locomotive lineup for the event includes;
- Battle of Britain Class Number 34072 “257 Squadron”
- Battle of Britain Class Number 34070 “Manston”
- U Class Number 31806
- T3 Class Number 563
Food and drink will be available from the Buffet Car and the break Train as well as a range of takeaway options from the Trackside Treats huts and visiting food concessions.
Where: Swanage Railway
When: 27th – 29th March 2026
Disclaimer: event details are subject to change. Please refer to the event’s official website for the most up-to-date information.
