masbury musings

The latest figure for money raised to purchase Masbury is £29,300. It's a tidy sum but there's still a long way to go!

I think we need to be proactive - all of us. We need to look at ways to raise money individually and also make sure as many people as possible know what is happening.

I'm not one for saying 'this is our only chance'. But it is our best chance and to have Masbury saved forever for rail use will be a huge step towards getting the S&D back.

Progress at Spetisbury, Midford, Midsomer Norton, Shillingstone and Gartell continues. The S&D is coming alive all along its route - and it would be great to see activity up on the Mendips!

So start spreading the message and keep thinking of ways to raise money for the station. We are part of the way there, but there's still a lot to do!

gartell railway - narrow gauge on the S&D

Gartell Light Railway steams ahead with expansion

Saturday, June 02, 2012

Blackmore Vale Magazine

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GARTELL Light Railway has achieved a long-held ambition to extend northwards on the track bed of the old Somerset and Dorset Joint Railway.

Now incorporating a working junction, a railway over railway flyover, a level crossing and a new platform for the station named 'Tower View' this railway, with its half-sized trains, is unique on the British heritage scene.

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Two steam engines and various diesels haul trains at frequent intervals throughout the day. No need to worry about the weather either as all the coaches are fully enclosed. The line is operated by volunteers who have been highly trained in the duties that it takes to run a safe and efficient railway. Opening at 10am, the first train departs at 10.30am and at regular intervals until 4.30pm. Come early and enjoy one of their legendary bacon or breakfast rolls.

The railway is very family-orientated, and tickets are valid for as many trips as you like, subject to seat availability.

Home cooked food, drinks and snacks are available in the 'Pines' function suite which doubles as the station Buffet/Restaurant, or why not bring a picnic to enjoy by the lake?

On open days the railway is sign-posted from Templecombe and Henstridge. Visit www.glr-online.co.uk See us on Facebook or call 01963 - 370752.