Severn Valley Railway Spring Diesel Gala 2026

Welcome to a fantastic display of heavy tractive effort and heritage diesel power on the Severn Valley Railway! This video captures the thunderous atmosphere of the Severn Valley Railway (SVR) Spring Diesel Festival in May 2026. Running beautifully along a scenic 16-mile route following the River Severn between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth, the line presents challenging gradients that push locomotives to their absolute limits. Featuring an intense timetable of high-powered passenger services alongside heavy station departures, we’re covering the full spectrum of preserved and modern diesel traction.

The Roster
We’ve got a powerhouse lineup for this gala. Here is the heavy metal you’ll see in action:

The Deltic Legend
Featuring the legendary, roaring twin-Napier presence of Class 55 55009 'Alycidon'.

English Electric & Sulzer Mainline Giants
The distinct, heavy sounds of Class 50 50049 'Defiance' alongside the massive mainline presence of the Peak 46045.

The Western & Hydraulic Giants
Classic Western Region heritage showcasing the iconic D1015 'Western Champion', Warship D821 'Greyhound', and the rare roar of Hymek D7018.

Mixed Traffic & Local Heritage Fleet
The mid and lower-powered masters of the local rosters, featuring the distinct sound of Crompton 33108 and the iconic twin-engined "Choppers" 20142, 20189, and 20048 leading the charge, alongside the unique Clayton D8568 and the "Teddy Bear" Class 14 (D9551).

Modern Mainline Guests
An incredible contemporary line-up featuring Colas 56049, WCRC 57010, GBRf 57306, GWR 57604, Heavy Haul 59001, and DB Royal Class 67 67006.

Video Highlights
High-Powered Starts, Clag & "Thrash"
Experience the raw sound and dramatic clag of locomotives opening up from a standing start, featuring spectacular DELTIC and hydraulic diesel thrash alongside intense, high-powered passenger starts that define the SVR experience.

Atmospheric Window-Down Action
Get right next to the action with immersive, window-down footage capturing the sheer, visceral power of mainline locomotives as they thunder down the tracks, bringing the roaring engines and mechanical symphony close enough to touch.

Classic SVR Atmosphere
We’ve captured the action from key spots including Kidderminster, Bewdley, Arley, Highley, Hampton Loade, and Bridgnorth, mixing platform-side energy with scenic lineside views.

Video timeline listed below
0:00 Introduction
0:30 56049
1:58 Class 57 Number 57010 Startup
2:15 Class 55 Number 55009
3:13 Class 57 Number 57010
3:58 Class 55 Number 55009 Startup
4:09 Class 35 Number D7018
5:15 Class 55 Number 55009
6:33 Class 33 Number 33108
7:34 Class 14 Number D9551 & Class 17 Number D8568
8:33 Class 57 Number 57306
9:49 Class 20 Number 20142
11:07 Class 57 Number 57010
12:01 Class 42 Number D821
13:14 Class 20 Number 20142
14:47 Class 33 Number 33108
15:50 Class 50 Number 50049
16:48 Class 20 Number 20142
18:44 Class 20 Number 20189
19:37 Class 46 Number 46045
21:27 Class 50 Number 50049
23:08 Class 57 Number 57604 & Class 33 Number 33108
25:11 Class 52 Number D1015
25:52 Class 46 Number 46045
26:46 Class 59 Number 59001
27:32 Class 52 Number D1015
29:07 Class 50 Number 50049
30:05 Class 33 Number 33108 Rider View
32:20 Class 20 Number 20048 Rider View
35:00 Class 14 Number D9551 & Class 35 Number D7018 Rider View
38:42 Class 14 Number D9551 & Class 35 Number D7018
39:38 Class 67 Number 67006
41:30 Class 55 Number 55009
42:50 Class 57 Number 57604
45:18 Class 35 Number D7018
45:40 Class 55 Number 55009
46:04 Class 35 Number D7018
47:22 Class 52 Number D1015
48:31 Class 55 Number 55009
49:50 Class 46 Number 46045 Rider View
51:28 Class 52 Number D1015
51:41 Class 20 Number 20189
52:13 Class 55 Number 55009

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