Excellent footage. Well done. Lucky enough to live only half an hour's drive from Kidderminster Station, I've visited the SVR a number of times since the late 70s. The time, effort, expertise, millions of pounds, and, of course, love, that's gone into it's development over the decades can't help but impress. I've not visited many other preserved railways, but the SVR must be hard to beat; it has so much going for it. A generous 16-mile route with plenty of interesting twists and turns, embankments, cuttings, stonebuilt bridges and viaducts, a long tunnel and the elegant Victoria iron bridge over the river. Then there's the marvellous scenery and sights along the banks of the Severn - including camels and rhinoceroses in the safari park! Picture-postcard country stations: prize-winning Arley is just gorgeous; Kiddderminster, they even built from scratch to a traditional design. And at each station there's something to explore - the river side at Arley, the old town at Bewdley, for instance. Then there's a wide range of steam and diesel locos, coaches and wagons in the home fleet, all overhauled and maintained in heavily invested depots and workshops. Two museums choc full of static locos and railway paraphernalia. And even two pubs. What's not to love about the SVR? I know I do. Even if you're not a railway enthusiast, it offers a superb family day out, with more than enough to see and do. It's a must-visit, especially during a 4-day gala event.
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
The Severn Valley Railway is definitely one of the best railways in the country alongside places like The Great Central Railway (which featured in my latest video!) and the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railway. All three of those just show what can be achieved when there is huge amount of enthusiasm and effort from the volunteers involved with it and crucially, a decent amount of funding to support that enthusiasm. Thanks for watching 😃
@abethpezarkar9946 Жыл бұрын
Wow, how I wish I was born in the UK or this video was a little longer.. Only a true train lover can understand.. Beautiful Locomotives, Queen Elizabeth II, Gordon, Valcun.. Nicely maintained.. Loved them.. Thanks for sharing this.. 🤗🤗
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
It's certainly a fantastic railway and one you definitely have to experience yourself I think. The volunteers have taken such pride in the railway and it's incredible to see how it's thrived! Thanks for watching 😃
@blockprime3006 Жыл бұрын
Love the Severn valley, my family visit quite frequently, since we live about 15 minutes from Kidderminster, and my mom runs a holiday rental in bewdley. It's great to see others enjoy it too
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Amazing! It must be great to have such a fantastic railway practically on your doorstep. Thanks for watching 😃
@edwardvincentbriones5062 Жыл бұрын
Lady of Legend. My favorite GWR loco, ever!
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
It's definitely a nice looking loco for sure! Thanks for watching 😃
@tagsdm Жыл бұрын
Spectacular video, That Model Railway Guy, thoroughly enjoyable in every respect, right up there in the top tier with pennysteam, Marsh, and so on. Capturing on video all those fussy details that can make or break a model railway, traditional or virtual, is greatly appreciated. This will be my "default" Severn Valley reference video. Not to mention it's a superb heritage railway to begin with. Imagine, those teaks were in everyday use in their time! And with a heritage railway, model or otherwise, you can mix your stock and locos any which way. Many thanks, indeed, can't wait for your next.
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Yeah it's definitely been good going back over this footage to see all the little details and things I missed in the moment. There's definitely a lot of things I'm planning on recreating on my own layout... just need more space for an epic Diesel Depot now! 😅 Thanks for watching 👍
@azuma892 Жыл бұрын
This video is well worth the wait, everything on the railway is beautifully decorated and well cared for, definitely a place I'd like to go to if I ever visit the UK. 😊
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
It's such a fantastic railway and I can see what people mean when they say it's one of the best in the country. It's a great example of what happens when a heritage railway is successful and really flourishes. Thanks for watching 😃
@loispadgett6306 Жыл бұрын
What a fun adventure so glad you toke us along for the ride. Can wait to see what ideas you got for finishing your layout. GOD BLESS 🚂💖🚂💖🚂💖
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Lois! I definitely got a lot of inspiration for the modular layout from the Severn Valley Railway. Thanks for watching 😃
@olic9804 Жыл бұрын
Severn Valley is local to me and I have family who volunteer on it so nice to see it get such a good appraisal!
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Amazing! I'm very jealous you have such a fantastic railway so close to you. It's hard to be anything but positive about it when the volunteers have done such an amazing done with keeping the railway alive. Thanks for watching 😃
@olliestrains841 Жыл бұрын
That's only 1 of their GWR carriage rakes. they've got a larger rake they use on other days. the class 52 "western champion" is hauling a rake of LMS 1940's coaches. the SVR is one of the few places you can see a LNER, LMS, and GWR rakes all together. I've been going there since I was 1, definitely somewhere close to my heart. shame you went there on a day with only 1 steamer running, the steam galas are awesome so I recommend them. Great video 👍🏻... now a subscriber.
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Yes I had a feeling they had more. In some ways I’m surprised they don’t have a Southern set stashed somewhere to get a full house! Thanks for watching 😃
@olliestrains841 Жыл бұрын
@@ThatModelRailwayGuy They do have a southern set - sort of - its been converted for staff accommodation and storage.
@Thebuzz_lovers91 Жыл бұрын
Im a volunteer on the SVR and its such a beautiful railway isnt it
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Definitely! Very glad I was finally able to visit after wanting to for a long time. Thanks for watching 😃
@davidcutts2650 Жыл бұрын
A well filmed journey. With good commentary too. I enjoyed it as I am unlikely to experience it for myself. Thank you 👍👍
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Great to hear you enjoyed it David and I'm glad I was able to take you along for the ride! Thanks for watching 😃
@barrywest8944 Жыл бұрын
Great video well done. My partner looked up at the tv at one point and said ‘ oh it’s the suitcase guy that we met at Tunbridge Wells’.
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Be right back, just off to change my channel name to: That Suitcase Guy! 🤣 Thanks for watching 👍
@railwayjade Жыл бұрын
What a great video thank you! I hope one day I can visit the UK and this railway!
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
My pleasure Jade, glad you enjoyed it. I can definitely recommend a trip to the SVR if you do ever visit the UK sometime. Thanks for watching 😃
@alfieh7389 Жыл бұрын
Some AMAZING camera shots of the locos keep up the good work!
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Thanks! The best part is this wasn't really intended to be a "video" and I was just filming for fun. But the shots were so good I figured I might as well make a little series out of so I could share it with you guys. Thanks for watching 😃
@classic_britain Жыл бұрын
It's a great run the loco I had was the only surviving class 17 clayton makes a great sound!
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Nice, I bet that was good fun! Thanks for watching 😃
@willbreckinridge8010 Жыл бұрын
As someone who lives in the States, and unfortunately not very close to any heritage railways, I envy you Brits for having so many of them across the country, and I've only ever heard good things about the SVR. Whenever I get a chance to cross the pond, visiting the Severn Valley will definitely be on my bucket list. I've heard so many people wibbling about the purple West Country, but I personally quite like it. I'd love to get a model of it if I could find one for a decent price :)
@willbreckinridge8010 Жыл бұрын
If you ever decide to come over to our side of the Atlantic, I would highly recommend the Tennessee Valley Railroad in Chattanooga. It's my home railway, I suppose, and I'm very proud of it :)
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Ah that's a shame, but yes I'd definitely recommend a visit to the SVR if you ever do come over. I'll definitely have to look up the Tennessee Valley Railroad too. Thanks for watching 😃
@andyharris651 Жыл бұрын
Lovely video of my favourite heritage line, thanks for sharing this and keep up the great work! I really enjoy all of your videos, extremely well presented, informative and interesting. Great job! Andy
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Thanks Andy, glad you enjoy the videos! This was certainly a great day out. It was my first trip to the SVR but certainly won't be my last. Thanks for watching 😃
@StripeyNick Жыл бұрын
The SVR is probably my favourite preserved line and I visit it at least twice a year. I've always had a close bond with it ever since I used to watch God's Wonderful Railway on TV when I was little. I named my brother after the lead character, Andy and we named our house Highley.
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
It's a pretty spectacular railway and how great to have a personal connection to it! Thanks for watching 😃
@timbervalleyproductions Жыл бұрын
That is awesome!
@cornwallnick Жыл бұрын
Hope you got loads of inspiration from this visit for some more modelling 👍 Great video.
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Absolutely! I think there will end up being elements of all the railways I visited on this trip appearing on the modular layout in some fashion. Thanks for watching 😃
@TheGreatWesternGuy Жыл бұрын
Absolutely fantastic! The quality of the footage was spot on, and the colours were so vibrant! Not to mention those sounds! Thanks for sharing!
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
I'm really glad you enjoyed it! I originally thought these might just be quick little bonus videos but yeah they've turned out really well on all fronts so I'm glad everyone else is enjoying them too. Thanks for watching 😃
@roberthopper1872 Жыл бұрын
its an exelleant raiwlay isnt it?! It looks like you enjoyed yourself. I used to live around there and my parents remember taking me on it when i was just 1! I now live at the other end of the country in Northumberland so getting to visit is a bit more of a treat.
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Yeah it's really great to see what preservation can achieve given the resources! Thanks for watching 😃
@totaltrash642 Жыл бұрын
I was born in the city of bridgenorth nice to see some trians aswell
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Awesome, what I saw of Bridgnorth from the station looked very nice! Thanks for watching 😃
@johnodonoghue7381 Жыл бұрын
Great video , good to get out on a train now and then keep up the good work
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Thanks John, yeah definitely a good exercise for gathering ideas for the layout too! Thanks for watching 😃
@adam_fordham Жыл бұрын
Fantastic, the severn valley railway is one of my favourite railways I've visited, good selection of locos and rolling stock and its a great run with great scenery, glad you had a good time there 😀
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
It really is a brilliant place isn't it! Even spending a full day there I feel like I barely scratched the surface. Thanks for watching 😃
@matthew_thefallen Жыл бұрын
Severn valley is one of the places i want to visit when i'll come to the UK, just beautiful!
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
I can definitely recommend it as a fantastic day out! Thanks for watching 😃
@LetsGo_41 Жыл бұрын
Hello, I've been on the SVR a couple of times in the past few years. Mostly recently for a family day out and had a wonderful time. I am pleased you had a great time on the line. Keep up the great videos.
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
It's a great railway isn't it Tim! I'm so glad I finally got to visit the line after all these years and had such a good day there. It certainly won't be my last visit. Glad you're enjoying the videos and thanks for watching 😃
@ianmerrison7097 Жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed watching this 😀
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it Ian - I must get to work editing the next episode! Thanks for watching 😃
@timbervalleyproductions Жыл бұрын
That's my local railway!
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Awesome! What a treat to have this as your local railway. Thanks for watching 😃
@davesherwood5399 Жыл бұрын
I g on the severn Valley t lesat one yer seeing sonly live bout 20 miles from it great videos I lloove th erailwy dave
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Nice one Dave! Yeah I live a bit further away than that which is why I've never got round to visiting before. Very glad I have now though and it certainly won't be my last trip to the line. Thanks for watching 😃
@stevesouthwick4211 Жыл бұрын
I have visited the railway once in 1996 I was fishing the river at Arley and heard a steam locomotive arrive at the station so I quickly left the fishing and made my way to Arley I'm afraid I don't remember which locomotive it was
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Nice, fishing and a steam railway - sounds like a pretty good day! Thanks for watching 😃
@tico360 Жыл бұрын
how do the passangers get off the train if their coach is over shooting the platform. Great video, would love to go to the railway myself one day!
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
You can just walk through the carriages to get off where the platform is. The staff are pretty good about letting you know which stations it'll be an issue at in each carriage. Thanks for watching 😃
@snookerant Жыл бұрын
This is my local heritage railway as I only live 20 minutes away.
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
Amazing, what a railway to have as your local! Thanks for watching 😃
@BrokenIET Жыл бұрын
To be honest I find the teak coaches to be quite uncomfortable when compared to LMS, GWR and BR stock. Also they have a GNR teak as well which is quite cool
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
I didn't really notice a huge amount of difference, though to be honest I was probably just giddy about being in the teak coaches! 😅 Yes I managed to get a compartment in the GNR teak later on and that was a great ride. Thanks for watching 👍
@wellingtonnorthjunction3911 Жыл бұрын
I love 2800 classes
@ThatModelRailwayGuy Жыл бұрын
I have to admit I don't know a huge amount about GWR locos but even I can appreciate the Heavy Goods locos! Thanks for watching 😃