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K&WVR Steam Gala 19-22 March 2026

Discussion in 'Galas and Events' started by Paul.Uni, Dec 14, 2025.

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  1. KieranPilsworth

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    Nope. We don't hire for Steam Gala, never have done.

    75078 was always likely to miss as it's currently without Driving Wheels.

    45407 was a very pleasant bit of luck but not planned.


     
    KieranPilsworth, Jan 22, 2026
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    Ben Jenden, Jan 25, 2026
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    neildimmer Resident of Nat Pres

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    John Petley Part of the furniture

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    I was considering coming to the gala on Saturday 21st but have had second thoughts after looking at the timetable. The big attraction for me is 34046 but it doesn't seem to have any solo runs after 11.10AM and doesn't seem to be in use at all in the afternoon apart from a double-header at 14.05 from Keighley. Are there any goods workings which it operates which aren't shown in the timetable? Alternatively, will the loco be in operation on any other days apart form the gala weekend? Any further info would be most welcome as I'd love to pay the line a visit for the first time in absolutely ages and 34046 is a real draw.
     
    John Petley, Mar 13, 2026 at 10:22 AM
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    I don't think so. They can't operate additional trains to the published timetable due to the only passing loop in Damens. There are also published any light engine moves and goods. Why there should be hiding any 'secret' trains?
     
    GWR7812, Mar 15, 2026 at 7:15 AM
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    Braunton and the Castle are scheduled to return to Crewe on the Monday after the Gala. It is not usual for there to be any workings other than those timetabled. K&WVR Galas are famous for the timetable "slipping" somewhat, (as with many others, all part of the fun) but providing the locos are fit to run they do try to keep to the rostered allocation. I have two days booked and am sure it will be the usual "good do" as we say in Yorkshire.
     
    68923, Mar 15, 2026 at 7:53 AM
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