When is the Branch Line Weekend event at Eardington station?

The Branch Line Weekend event at Eardington station is scheduled for February 28 and March 1.

How many trains will stop at Eardington station during the event?

During the Branch Line Weekend, 23 trains are scheduled to stop at Eardington station, which is more than at any other time in its history.

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Branch Line Weekend: Eardington Expects 23 Train Stops

Q: What is being celebrated during the Branch Line Weekend?

The Branch Line Weekend is celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Severn Valley Railway's first diesel multiple unit arrival.

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Summary

Eardington station will host an unprecedented 23 train stops.
The event marks the 35th anniversary of the railway's first diesel unit.
The restored rural station was named Station of the Year in the past year.

Branch Line Weekend: Eardington Expects 23 Train Stops

Eardington station, a historic 157-year-old site, is set to experience an unprecedented level of activity during the upcoming Branch Line Weekend on February 28 and March 1. Organizers have scheduled 23 train stops at the station, a figure higher than at any point in its history. This special event commemorates the 35th anniversary of the Severn Valley Railway's (SVR) first diesel multiple unit (DMU) arrival.

The Branch Line Weekend aims to capture the authentic bustle of a traditional country branch line. Visitors can expect a variety of services, including autotrain workings, short local trains, and DMUs operating shuttle and full-line services. This surge in train activity contrasts with the station's usual operation, where passenger trains typically pass through without stopping, except during special galas.