Sitting idle for the day, Standard 2MT 78022 gleams in the sun outside Haworth MPD. In the background, L&Y "Ironclad" 52044 is readied for service, while on the right stands depot shunter 08266.

Sole surviving LNWR Coal Tank 1054 leads Ivatt 2MT 41241 towards Ingrow West. Since 2018, this locomotive has worn the distinctive KWVR lined maroon livery it carried in the early days of preservation when British Rail refused to allow private owners to use their logos.

"Ironclad" 52044 coasts on the back of a beautifully eclectic set of coaches as 45407 'The Lancashire Fusilier' leads them into Keighley. In the background, 34046 'Braunton' and 5029 'Nunney Castle' prepare for departure.

Avonside 1973/1927 'Dora' shunts onto a set of coaches at Keighley. In the background is Sentinel 7232/1927, one of their distinctive vertical-boiler tank engines.

Some more steam traction from across the weekend! This time the stars of the @worthvalley.bsky.social home fleet, the backbone of any gala! #kwvr

37409 'Loch Awe' with 5029 'Nunney Castle' and '34046 Braunton' crossing Capernwray Viaduct this afternoon going to the KWVR for this weekend's Steam Gala.
#train #railway #steam #diesel #kwvr #BenthamLine #lancashire

A photo of me wearing Smogly - my toon wolf fursuit. I am stood on a train platform with an out-of-focus steam train partially shown behind me. I am wearing a brown wax jacket and a brightly coloured shemagh scarf. Around my neck is a stuffed toy snake.

Happy Autumnal #fursuitfriday.

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A photo of me wearing Smogly - my partial toon wolf fursuit. I am stood on a Victorian railway platform looking directly at the camera. Behind me (to my right) are a couple of old red freight railway carriages.

A typical #Yorkshire wolf - dressed appropriately for the first day of Autumn.

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A photo of me wearing Smogly - my toon wolf partial fursuit. I am sat at a table inside an old Victorian KWVR heritage railway carriage. To my right is a window. The passing scenery (outside) is blurred by the motion of the train.

It’s a pleasure to meet you. Do you travel this route often?

#furry #fursuit #yorkshire

📷 Bucky
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A photo taken outside the window of a Victorian KWVR heritage railway carriage - showing myself and Bucky, sat inside the carriage whilst wearing fursuit, and looking directly out the window from the other side at the camera.

Hop aboard.

We’ve got tea, scones, and merry making in ample supply.

Another cracking shot, taken by Bing, from last weekend’s steam railway event organised by @doncasterfurs.bsky.social

#furry #fursuit #kwvr #yorkshire

A photo of me wearing Smogly - my toon wolf partial fursuit. I am stood beside a large steam locomotive. My right hand paw is pointing at an old Victorian British Railways logo - featuring a rampant lion inside a royal crown.

I argue that there is a direct correlation between the reduction in anthro characters in modern animated TV programmes, and the reduction in rampant lions used in British Railways steam locomotive heraldry.

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#furry #fursuit #steamtrain #kwvr #yorkshire

A photo of me wearing Smogly - my toon wolf partial fursuit. I am stood in an old Victorian underpass connecting two railway platforms together. To my right is a stair case with iron railings and a “WAY OUT” sign. The underpass is covered in ceramic tiles - some covered in green moss.

Exploring the #KWVR underpass during the steam railway jolly organised by @doncasterfurs.bsky.social

Photo taken by @elgin-leggy.bsky.social

#furry #fursuit

A photo of me wearing Smogly - my toon wolf partial fursuit. I am stood on a railway platform at KWVR. Above my head is a railway station sign showing the name “KEIGHLEY”. Next to my right arm is an old Victorian advertisement for “RUSELLS’ MALTON STOUT”. Behind me is an old large Victorian brick building - likely to be an old factory.

Got to get myself some of that stout.

This hard hitting beauty was taken by @elgin-leggy.bsky.social during yesterday’s steam locomotive jolly at #KWVR organised by @doncasterfurs.bsky.social

#furry #fursuit #yorkshire

A photo of me wearing Smogly - my toon wolf partial fursuit. I am walking along a busy sheltered Victorian railway platform, accompanied by other fursuiters. To my right are old Victorian steam railway passenger carriages.

The first of many photos taken on the #Keighley and Worth Valley Railway #KWVR in West #Yorkshire - at an event organised by @doncasterfurs.bsky.social

#furry #fursuit #steamtrain #westyorkshire

📷 Teddy

A young couple walking down a slope to the railway station platform at Keighley Railway Station. An old fashioned clock is fastened to a wooden panelled wall across the walkway and the young woman has her arm around the young man.

A young couple entering Keighley Railway Station. #classicmono #keighley #kwvr #stationclock #leica #briefencounter

Keighley & Worth Valley Railway

🚂 Saturday Session – All Aboard! 🚂

This weekend, catch 41241 LMS 'Ivatt' Class 2MT running alongside our classic Class 101 DMU as they run along the Worth Valley branch line – five miles, six stations, and plenty of charm!

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🤩 Friday Feeling 🚂

The view over Haworth Yard this morning, with volunteers signing on at 5.00 am to get ready for the day ahead.

All lined up and ready to steam off the shed, which one are you taking for a trundling through the valley?

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🤩 Friday Feeling! 🤩

Two trains are running through the valley today — steam loco 41241 and DMU 144011 are ready to take you on a journey!

With six charming stations to explore, will you join us for an adventure back in time?

💜 Purple Timetable

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Workshop & Shed Tour

🚂 Book a Shed Tour this Saturday! 🔧

Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at the KWVR? Join us for a fascinating workshop and shed tour this Saturday to explore the inner workings of our heritage railway.

🎟️ Spaces are limited – book now:
👉 kwvr.co.uk/experiences/...

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💜 Two Train Thursday! 💜

Hop on and off and explore the Worth Valley – grab a brew on board and take a journey back in time.

Running today: 41241 & 144011

🎟️ Buy tickets on the day – no booking needed!

📷 Ian Dixon

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Railway Children Tickets now on sale as The Railway Children return home during the summer as part of Bradford 2025!

The Railway Children return to the stage at Oxenhope this evening! 🎭🚂

Don’t forget — arrival is from 4.30pm at Keighley Station, the start of your Bradford 2025 experience!

It’s set to be a magical evening — see you there! 🌟

📷 James Glossop / Bradford 2025

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🚂 Midweek Summer Steam! 🌞

We’re halfway through the first week of the summer holidays and the trains are rolling through the Worth Valley!

It’s a red day today with 41241 in steam and 144011 running as the second train. Plenty of opportunity to hop on and off at stations along the line.

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Newsletter

The 2025 Festival is steaming towards us, and it’s almost time to grab your tickets! 🚂
Tickets go on sale in just 10 days – don’t leave it too late! Some days have completely sold out in previous years!

📬 Want to be first in line?
Join the mailing list now: kwvr.co.uk/newsletter

#kwvr

🚂 While exploring the Worth Valley, don’t miss a visit to Oakworth Station — the home of The Railway Children. Step back in time, walk the platform, and it’s perfectly fine to whisper “Daddy, my Daddy!” and grab a picture, as you follow in the film’s famous footsteps.

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Enjoy rides behind LMS Ivatt Class 2MT No. 41241 and our Class 101 DMU today on the Purple Timetable.

While exploring the Worth Valley, be sure to hop off at Oakworth Station — step onto the platform of The Railway Children and treat yourself to a brew & something sweet at The Tea Hut!

#kwvr

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🍳 The Old Parcels Office is OPEN! ☕
Start your day right with a hearty breakfast before your journey through the Worth Valley. Whether you're catching the first train or just fancy a quiet cuppa in railway surroundings, we’ve got you covered!

📍 Located at Keighley Station

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🤩Saturday Service – Travel Through Time! 🤩

🚂 In steam: BR Standard 4 No. 75078
🚃 Also running: our Award-Winning Class 101 DMU
💜 Purple Timetable in operation

Take a journey along the Worth Valley — buy your ticket from the booking office on the day and step back in time! 🎟️🕰️

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🚧 Travel Update – Oxenhope Access Reopening! 🚧

Great news! The A6033 from Hebden Bridge to Oxenhope is reopening today. There will still be roadworks and traffic lights in place while work continues, but the long 45-minute diversion is no longer needed!

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The Elf Explorer - The Elf Explorer Join us on the Elf Explorer for a magical experience this Christmas! Step into a world of festive wonder with The Elf Explorer – a heart-warming steam train journey packed with Christmas cheer,…

#🎄🚂 135 days to go…
We know it’s summer... but the elves are already panic-buying glitter and tuning up the sleigh bells. 🎅✨

The Elf Explorer rolls out on 29th November — and trust us, it’s going to be more magical than a mince pie at midnight. 🧁🎁

👉 elfexplorer.co.uk

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🚂 Throwback Thursday🚂

The start of the show, the 'Green Dragon' steaming over Mytholmes Viaduct, approaching the tunnel, just before being transformed into the 'Green Dragon' for the 1970 feature film 'The Railway Children'.

📷 1969 // Barrie Rushton // KWVR Archive

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It’s going to be a warm one along the Worth Valley today – let the train take the strain, sit back, relax, and enjoy a journey through time. 🚂☀️ Stay cool, take in the breeze and soak up the views!
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Events

☀️ Friday Feeling! ☀️

Not a whistle… just sunshine over the yard.

It’s a warm one today, but things are about to really steam up — The Railway Children takes to the stage, and our Summer Steam season kicks off next week!

Get On-Board - kwvr.co.uk/events/ 😉

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Volunteer

🚉 Ever fancied helping run a proper heritage railway?

The Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is built on more than track and timetables—it runs on volunteers. And we’re always looking for more to keep things on time!

Hop aboard and see what you could do: kwvr.co.uk/volunteer/

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