Frome railway enthusiast helps celebrate 50 years of the Avon Valley Railway

By Guest author 5th Apr 2024

Lots of enthusiasm for half a century of the Avon Valley Railway, image West Of England office
Lots of enthusiasm for half a century of the Avon Valley Railway, image West Of England office

It has been 50 years since Avon Valley Railway opened, and regional Mayor Dan Norris unveiled a plaque to mark the milestone.

It was installed at 6.30pm on Thursday 4 April - exactly 50 years since Avon Valley Railway's first public open day on the same date in 1974 - ahead of Mr Norris jumping on board a special anniversary dining training (with a 1970s inspired menu).

Other anniversary highlights included behind the scenes tours, and more.

The plaque was attended by dozens of locals including celebrity rail enthusiast and social media star Francis Bourgeois who is connected to Frome.

     

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