Author Archives: Simon Lomax

Recent visitors to the site at Apedale will have noticed that the Top Yard (the area immediately behind the station) has rather resembled a war zone. The area was used […]

We are delighted to announce two more visiting locomotives for our Motor Rail Mania event on June 27 and June 28. Coming with thanks to our colleagues at the Golden […]

We are pleased to announce our first two visiting locomotives for the Motor Rail Mania gala, which will be on June 27 & 28 this year. MR 8695 and MR […]

The Moseley Railway Trust has had a long and valued collaboration with National Grid. This has included corporate volunteering and team-building days and other support. There are a number of […]

Building on their partnership agreement signed in 2025, the Apedale Valley Light Railway, the West Lancashire Light Railway and Amerton Railway are delighted to announce their first jointly-organised event. All […]

A Frequently Asked Question is – on what dates can I come along to Apedale and see the War Office Hunslet operating? Glad you asked….the locomotive will be operating in […]

We are pleased to provide an update for the Motor Rail Mania event on June 27 & 28. Fares for this event will be – Admission and one ride – […]

Some wonderful images appearing from our Winter Photo Day. The Hunslet and the Hudswell got to perform in the cold. Many thanks to all our visitors – and also to […]

Well. folks, that’s it for the 2025 Santas. We have loved seeing so many excited children and a fair few excited parents as well. We are incredibly grateful to everyone […]