| Re: 2009 Tours of West Somerset Mineral Railway
Posted by Jeff Vinter   on 7/6/2009, 3:29 pm, in reply to "2009 Tours of West Somerset Mineral Railway"
92.24.121.145 | Message modified by user JVinter 14/8/2009, 12:41 pm
Further to the above message, we can now advise that the remains of the West Somerset Mineral Railway are being managed and promoted by:
The West Somerset Mineral Railway Project
Exmoor National Park Authority
Exmoor House
Dulverton
Somerset
TA22 9HL
Tel. 01398 323665
The project team has developed a programme of events, which is summarised in a leaflet available from the above address. (Please contact the project directly for a copy.) Forthcoming events are summarised below.
Saturday 15th August 2009, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Meeting point not stated but probably Ralegh's Cross Inn Car Park
The Incline - The Jewel in the WSMR's Crown. A lecture and visit to the incline, followed by a two course meal at The Ralegh's Cross Inn (£14 adults, £7.50 children). Booking essential.
Tuesday 18th August 2009, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Meet at Ralegh's Cross Inn Car Park
A three hour guided walk taking in parts of the WSMR in the scenic Brendon Hills, including access to Comberow Incline. Booking essential.
Friday 11th and Saturday 12th September 2009, all day at Cleeve Abbey, Washford
A joint heritage open day at Cleeve Abbey in Washford, a village once served by the WSMR. Celebrate the launch of the brand new WSMR publication.
Saturday 26th September 2009, 10 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Meet at Ralegh's Cross Inn Car Park
A circular bus tour of important WSMR sites including Langham Engine House, Bearland Ventilation Flue and Comberow Incline. Booking essential.
Friday 9th October 2009, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Meet at Ralegh's Cross Inn Car Park
A three hour guided walk taking in parts of the WSMR in the scenic Brendon Hills, including access to Comberow Incline. Booking essential.
Saturday 14th November 2009, 10 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Meet at Ralegh's Cross Inn Car Park
A circular bus tour of important WSMR sites including Langham Engine House, Bearland Ventilation Flue and Comberow Incline. Booking essential.
Wednesday 9th December 2009, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Meet at Ralegh's Cross Inn Car Park
A three hour guided walk taking in parts of the WSMR in the scenic Brendon Hills, including access to Comberow Incline. Booking essential.
Events for the start of 2010 are as follows:
- Thursday 14th January 2010, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Guided bus tour of the mineral line starting and dropping off at Ralegh's Cross Inn.
- Tuesday 16th February 2010, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Guided walking tour of the mineral line starting and finishing at Ralegh's Cross Inn.
- Friday 5th March 2010, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Guided bus tour of the mineral line starting and dropping off at Ralegh's Cross Inn.
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