Get ready for one of the biggest diesel events of the year! The Keighley & Worth Valley Railway is gearing up for its 2025 Diesel Gala, running from Thursday, the 19th, to Sunday, the 22nd of June, and it’s shaping up to be a real treat for diesel fans and families alike.

With a cracking line-up of classic locomotives and a packed timetable of events, there’s something for everyone — whether you’re a lifelong enthusiast or just fancy a fun day out through the beautiful Brontë countryside.

🚂 Guest Locomotives

Here’s a taste of what you can expect to see in action:

  • Class 37 (Colas Rail) – A modern-day icon best known for working Network Rail’s test trains. It’s set to arrive on Friday and will be running over the weekend.
  • Class 47 No. 47714 – Visiting from the Wensleydale Railway, this loco adds some classic Type 4 grunt to the event.
  • Class 55 No. 55009 ‘Alycidon’ – A proper showstopper! One of the legendary Deltics, famous for their speed and sound. Not to be missed.
  • Class 50 No. 50021 ‘Rodney’ – Another fan favourite, bringing big loco vibes and plenty of power. ‘Watcha Dave’
  • Class 47 No. 47715 – Another Brush Type 4 joins the party, giving double the 47 action for Type 4 fans!
  • Class 37 No. 37508 – Provided by LORAM, this is expected to be its first passenger-carrying runs in preservation under this identity.

Joining them will be some of the KWVR’s own home fleet, including:

  • Class 14 No. D9520
  • D2511 Hudswell Clarke Diesel Mechanical Shunter
  • D32 Mersey Docks & Harbour Board / Hunslet Diesel Mechanical Shunter ‘Huskisson’
  • D0226 Experimental Prototype English Electric Diesel Shunter ‘Vulcan’

🚉 What’s On

Loads are happening across the four days, including:

  • Intensive Diesel Timetable – Trains running all day, every day. Hop on and ride as much as you like!
  • Goods Train Demonstrations – See how goods used to be moved along branch lines back in the day.
  • Double-Headers – Two locos at the front = double the noise, double the fun.
  • On-Train Bar – Yep, real ale and local brews are served on board while you ride. What more could you want?
  • Brake Van Rides — hop aboard for a proper Goods Train Experience

🎟️ Plan Your Visit

Everything you need to know will be on the website soon; Day Rovers and Brake Van Rides are on sale. The Gala Organising Team is still finalising the Timetables and Locomotive Allocations.

Whether you’re chasing Deltics, grabbing photos of rare visitors, or just after a fun ride with a pint in hand, the 2025 Diesel Gala is going to be an unforgettable weekend on the Worth Valley. Don’t miss it!