June 13 was a very significant day in the history of the Swanage Railway when it ran the first timetabled service to the main line at Wareham. 
It was the first such service since January 1, 1972. Hauling the train was the railway’s Class 33 No. 33012, which is ready to return to the coastal town.
At the front was West Coast Railway Class 37 No. 37518. In time, the Swanage will use a DMU on its mainline connection, the set being currently overhauled at Eastleigh. PICTURE: MARK V PIKE
Article continues below…
Advert
Monthly Subscription: Enjoy more Railway Magazine reading each month with free delivery to you door, and access to over 100 years in the archive, all for just £5.35 per month.
Click here to subscribe & save
Monthly Subscription: Enjoy more Railway Magazine reading each month with free delivery to you door, and access to over 100 years in the archive, all for just £5.35 per month.
Click here to subscribe & save
Read more News and Features in the July 2017 issue of The RM – on sale now!
