19th June, 2023
Fancy something a bit different? Our Wickham Weekender event on Saturday 8th July and Sunday 9th July will give visitors the opportunity to ride on 2 different Wickham Trolleys along the restored Somerset & Dorset railway at Midsomer Norton. We'll have our resident Type 27A (B 40W) and we're delighted to welcome a guest Wickham for its first public outing - a smaller version which is a Type 8S (Works No. W4165) which is in its 75th year - like its owner! There is some more information below on the background for both these fascinating vehicles.
Due to the different capacities of the 2 vehicles and to give everyone an opportunity of at least one ride on both we're breaking the day down into 4 hour long sessions during which either trolley can be ridden - they depart roughly every 15 minutes during each session. Subject to demand it should be feasible to have more than one go during your booked session. If you get really hooked on Wickhams, and subject to availability, you can book another session later in the day at the station.
Important note regarding the smaller Type 8S trolley - we're sorry but adult passengers only due to the capacity of just one in addition to the driver. No such restriction applies to the larger Type 27A trolley.
The hour long sessions start at 10:00, 11:30, 13:30 & 15:00. Session prices are £5.00 for adults & £2.50 for children aged 4-16, children age 3 & below go free.
The station shop, buffet serving drinks & snacks, second hand Emporium and the Museum will be open.
Email sales@sdjr.co.uk for more information.