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Final call for Oban
Still time to join us on our historic trip to Oban with Branch Line Society “Lord Of The Isles “ Railtour Saturday 6th - Monday 8th June https://branchline.uk/fixture.php No class 50 locomotive has ever been to Oban, that we know of, so we cannot wait to be the 1st and tick this beautiful destination off the list for our supporters. If you wish to join us on this 3 day trip then please visit https://branchline.uk/fixture.php With now a opportunity to base yourself in accommod


Defiance to attend Keighley & Worth Valley Railway
For the first time ever, 50049 Defiance is attending the Keighley & Worth Valley Railway Diesel Gala! 🚨 📅 18th – 21st June 2026 The Class 50 Alliance / Fifty Fund are delighted to have been invited back following a fantastic visit in 2019, and we’re really looking forward to returning to this wonderful railway with Defiance. Don’t miss the chance to see 50049 in action on the KWVR for the very first time! Full event details and tickets available here: www.kwvr.co.uk


50’s To Oban
Branch Line Society – “Lord of the Isles” Saturday 6th June – Monday 8th June 2026 At last the moment has finally arrived… we’re thrilled (and a little relieved!) to announce that tickets for Oban are now on sale!! Full details and tickets can be found via the link below.⬇️ https://www.branchline.uk/fixture_set_id.php?id=603 We know it’s been a bit of a wait — something that’s been beyond both our control and BLS — so we truly appreciate your patience. Join us for a 3-day lan


Shareholder Exclusive Charter
Class 50 Alliance 20th Anniversary Charter Exclusive Shareholder Invitation On Saturday 11th July, the Class 50 Alliance warmly invites its valued shareholders to a very special commemorative charter at our home railway, the Severn Valley Railway, celebrating 20 years since the Alliance’s formation in 2006. As a token of appreciation for the incredible support shown by our shareholders over the years, this exclusive charter train has been arranged solely for shareholders and
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