RAIL enthusiasts will have the chance to witness the iconic steam train, The Pembroke Coast Express, as it travels through the picturesque Pembrokeshire line later this month.
On Sunday, 20th October, the train will make its way along the scenic branch line from Whitland, passing through Tenby, before reaching Pembroke Dock. This journey offers a rare opportunity to experience a piece of railway history in action.
The Pembroke Coast Express harks back to the 1950s, when named steam trains were a familiar sight on the former Western Region of British Railways. In its heyday, the train ran from London Paddington, travelling through South Wales en route to the Pembrokeshire coast, providing a vital link for holidaymakers and local passengers alike.
This special trip has been organised by The Railway Touring Company and will be powered by the historic Black 5 class locomotive No. 44871. The train is scheduled to depart from Bristol Temple Meads shortly after 8am, embarking on its journey towards West Wales, much to the excitement of steam train enthusiasts across the region.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to see The Pembroke Coast Express as it steams through the heart of Pembrokeshire, evoking memories of a golden era in British railway history.
