A Fun Day out at the Fayre... The West Somerset Railway Association's 2011 Rally will be held at Norton Fitzwarren and will echo to the sight, sound and smell of many mighty steam engines gathered for the WSRA's 24th Rally. A glittering array of superb machinery will be in action alongside Britain’s longest heritage railway. 2011 looks like beating all records with some of the country’s finest examples of vintage transport on display. This year, the Rally will have a large steam section featuring full size and miniature traction engines. Vintage cars, motorcycles, fire engines, military and commercial vehicles will be on show, all sections being well supported. Stationary engines will line the approach to the main arena areas. Gleaming engines, powerful steam engines, tractors and road rollers, elegant vintage cars and motorcycles, superb fire engines, buses, commercial and military vehicles will all be put through their paces in the arena to thrill the crowds. The West Somerset Railway Association Steam Fayre & Vintage Vehicle Rally at Norton Fitzwarren is well known for its unique location, friendly atmosphere and good value for money. Backing up the transport exhibits will be displays, stalls, trade stands, children's entertainments and ample refreshment facilities. So, book the dates now and bring the whole family along to enjoy a fabulous day out – with so much to see there really is something for everyone. The event is organised by the West Somerset Railway Association. Events and Highlights... ·  The glory of working traction engines, tractors and road rollers ·  Sweet music from the fairground and street organs ·  Polished perfection of vintage cars, motorcycles, fire engines, buses, military and commercial vehicles ·  The power of stationary vehicles ·  Afternoon parades of vehicles ·  Vintage railway wagons on display ·  Cab rides in Sentinel diesel shunter ·  Pump Trolley Experience on one side of the Triangle ·  Real ale bar and refreshments ·  Family fun, children's entertainments ·  Displays, models, trade stands, craft marquee and stalls ·  Car parking is free - entrance is just west of Norton Fitzwarren off the B3227. Special parking very close to the Rally is available for those with a valid blue disabled badge which must be displayed - access to this special parking area is off Allerford Lane   All the above is believed correct as at 13 January 2011 and listed in good faith. All events and highlights are subject to availability. Trains... The Railway will operate a shuttle train service between Bishops Lydeard Station and the new platform adjacent to the Rally site at Norton Fields. On Saturday 6 August the shuttle train departs Bishops Lydeard at 9.45am 10.20am 11am 11.40am 1pm 1.50pm 2.20pm 3.40pm 4.25pm 5.25pm and departs the Rally Site at 10am 10.40am 11.15am 11.55am 1.20pm 2.03pm 2.35pm 3.55pm 4.45pm 5.45pm » Journey time is ten minutes each way On Sunday 7 August the shuttle train departs Bishops Lydeard at 9.45am 10.20am 11am 11.40am 12.15pm 1.50pm 2.20pm 3.40pm 4.25pm and departs the Rally Site at 10am 10.40am 11.15am 11.55am 1.25pm 2.03pm 2.35pm 3.55pm 4.45pm » Journey time is ten minutes each way In addition to the shuttle service, a frequent service of trains will be in operation on the Railway from Bishops Lydeard to Minehead, with the Green Timetable on 6 August and the Orange Timetable in operation on 7 August. Admission Prices » Adult £8.00 » Senior Citizen £7.00 » Child (over four years old) £4.00 » Family* £20.00 * two adults and up to two children Catering... There will be plenty of refreshment and catering outlets around the rally site, in addition to a Beer Tent and a mini Beer Festival with at least eight real ales and three ciders. In addition, buffet and bar facilities will be available on all WSR train services during the weekend, serving a range of hot and cold food, tea & coffee and a range of other alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Further information... Please contact: The Rally Organiser, The Railway Station, Bishops Lydeard, Taunton, Somerset TA4 3BX Telephone 01823 433856 or email info@wsra.org.uk

Car parking for the Rally:  Free car parking for the Rally is off the B3227 just as you leave the village of Norton Fitzwarren going west.
 Parking for blue badge holders is off Allerford Lane.