Royal Forest of Steam Gala

Royal Forest of Steam Gala – 2nd & 3rd November 2024

Our signature Royal Forest of Steam Gala returns to finish our normal operating season for 2024. Featuring visiting engines working alongside our home fleet with an intensive timetable, with multiple passenger trains in operation as well as the popular saloon shuttles at Parkend station. Other attractions to be confirmed soon.

Our home fleet includes the last gala appearance of the Dean Forest Locomotive Group’s Small Prairie No. 5541, working alongside recently returned favourite No. 9681.

Home fleet
GWR 4575 ‘Small Prairie’ No. 5541 – last gala appearance before major overhaul
BR(W) 8750 Pannier Tank No. 9681 – iconic branchline loco

Visitors
GWR 56xx No. 6695 courtesy of 6695 Locomotive Group Limited
BR(W) 94xx No. 9466 courtesy of JJP (Holdings) Ltd

Timetable to be released shortly.

Please keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates.

Photos © Don Bishop