25th Sep, 12:00 am - 27th Sep 2026, 12:00 pm
Join us as the much-loved Autumn Steam Weekend returns to mark a special milestone — 50 years of the WSR in preservation. We’re delighted to welcome an exciting lineup of visiting and home fleet locomotives, making this a must-see event for steam enthusiasts and families alike.
Across all three days, an intensive timetable will keep the action moving, giving you plenty of opportunities to explore our beautifully preserved stations, ride behind iconic engines, and take in the stunning autumn scenery along England’s longest heritage railway.
The whole railway comes alive for the weekend, with museums, heritage displays, and model railways open throughout — perfect for visitors of all ages. And with steam engines against a backdrop of autumn colour, don’t forget your camera!
The full locomotive line up will be:
- LMS Ivatt 2MT No. 41313 - Courtesy of the Isle of White Steam Railway
- GWR 5101 Class No. 4110 - Courtesy of the Dartmouth Steam Railway
- LNWR Coal Tank No. 1054 - Courtesy of the Bahamas Locomotive Society
- GWR 78xx Class No. 7802 'Bradley Manor' - Courtesy of the Erlestoke Manor Fund
- GWR 78xx Class No. 7812 'Erlestoke Manor'- Courtesy of the Erlestoke Manor Fund
- BR(WR) 78xx Class No. 7828 'Odney Manor'
- WSR Mogul No. 9351
- Andrew Barclay 14" Saddle Tank No. 2315 - Courtesy of Mr Martin French
- Andrew Barclay Fireless Boots No. 1
All locomotives and attractions are subject to availability.
Across the event, hightlights include:
- 3 days of intensive operations allowing maximum travel value.
- Double heading + banking of various services.
- Brake van rides on our heritage goods train.
- Dining Options including a Saturday evening gala 'Murder Mystery' (Pre Booking Required).
Of course, there are plenty of things to see and do besides riding the trains, including:
- Steam shunting and turntable demonstrations at Minehead.
- Restoration sites open at Williton and Washford.
- Museums open at Bishops Lydeard and Blue Anchor.
- Model Railways at Bishops Lydeard courtesy of the Taunton Model Railway Group.
- Trade Stalls at Bishops Lydeard and Minehead.
- Cafe's and Food Options at various stations along the line.
Ticket information: Advance ticket sales close at 10am the day before travel to allow time for preparations. After this point, tickets will need to be purchased on the day at one of our booking offices.
Please note: There are currently roadworks taking place on the A358 in Taunton - there is a diversion in place heading towards Bishops Lydeard. Therefore, please allow extra time for your journey. A one way single lane closure will be in operation between Silk Mills Roundabout and Manor Road junction for a scheduled 12 week programme between 20th July and October 2026. Traffic will be allowed to access Taunton via the A358 from the Minehead direction. Traffic leaving Taunton towards the west will be directed via Wellington Road (A38) and Silk Mills Road (A3065). Please see the following website for further information: https://staplegrove-highwayworks.co.uk/
West Somerset Railway Public Limited Company
West Somerset Railway,
The Railway Station,
Minehead Somerset,
TA24 5BG