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Diesel Gala Shunter Shuffle

30 Sep – 2 Oct 2016

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Isle of Wight Steam Railway

The Railway Station
Station Road
Havenstreet
Ryde
PO33 4DS

01983 882204

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Diesel Gala Shunter Shuffle

Source http://www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk/events/diesel-gala.aspx

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The Isle of Wight Steam Railway will be marking the 50th anniversary of the arrival of diesel traction on the island with a diesel gala. That first diesel 05 D2554, which arrived in October 1966, will be giving brake van rides, its first public duty since an extensive engine overhaul, body repair and repaint.

The three day event runs from 30 September to 2 October and will see 1945 built Barclay locomotive No235 working a short freight train within the station area. This locomotive has also been subject to a complete repaint in its Army livery. The service trains will be worked by resident Class 03 D2059 and a still to be confirmed guest locomotive. This will be the first time a guest diesel locomotive has been imported to the Island. When the transport and hire have been confirmed the details will be available HERE.

The sourcing of a hire locomotive is hampered by the need for full air braking, the restricted Isle of Wight loading gauge and to be light enough to cross the Solent under the present (temporary) weight restrictions. A suitable locomotive has been identified and negotiations are ongoing.

The Train Story Discovery Centre will be open as will the catering and shop outlets. A real ale bar will serve a range of Island beers. The timetable will be available HERE as soon as the details have been confirmed.

TICKETS:

Train Fares ONLINE - (Save money by booking online): Adult £13.50, Child (0-15) £7.00, Infant (0-) Free, Family £34.00 (2 Adults & 2 Children)

Train Fares ON THE GATE: Adult £15.00, Child (5-15) £7.50, Infant (0-4) Free, Family £37.50 (2 Adults & 2 Children)

Haven Falconry Bird of Prey Centre for Travellers (purchase at entrance to Falconry Centre): Adult £5.00, Child (5-15) £3.00, Infant (0-4) FREE

NON-TRAVELLERS: There is no Admission only for this Event.

(All tickets are valid for one day) Please see booking Terms and Conditions