The legendary Sir Nigel Gresley is set to return to the West Somerset Railway for one special weekend only, from 3rd – 5th July.
Special tickets will be available throughout its visit to us, with this evening service on Saturday 4th July 2026. being one of the only opportunities to travel on a return trip behind Sir Nigel Gresley.
Evening Excursion on Saturday 4th July
Please be aware due to the heritage nature of the stock, we are unable to accommodate mobility scooters and wheelchairs on these services. If you have any accessible requirements, please give us a call on 01643 704996.
Please note that pets are not permitted to travel on any of our Sir Nigel Gresley services, due to the expectation that this will be a very busy event. Assistance dogs will be permitted on these services, but please make us aware in advance by calling 01643 704996.
Upon arrival at Bishops Lydeard, you will be required to park in one of the designated car parks for the event, which will be clearly sign posted.
Please bring your email confirmation with you to check in, where you will be given your seat reservation.
All services start from Bishops Lydeard and therefore you will be unable to begin your journey at Minehead.
Directions:
Postcode for Sat Nav: TA4 3RU
Bishops Lydeard Station is the southern terminus of the West Somerset Railway and this is where your Sir Nigel Gresley journey begins. It is four miles from the County town of Taunton and the M5 Motorway (Junction 25).
Please be aware that there is a maximum height barrier so access to the car park is for vehicles under 2.1 metres.
West Somerset Railway Public Limited Company
West Somerset Railway,
The Railway Station,
Minehead Somerset,
TA24 5BG