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MICHAEL PORTILLO REACHES PARKEND!
Many will be watching the Great Railway Journeys programme introduced by Michael Portillo on BBC2 television. Last year, we were delighted to welcome Michael and the filming team to the DFR so t...more>>

STEAMING INTO SPRING! What's on in Feb and March
Enjoy some fresh air, fun and forest scenery - come with us,  steaming through the Royal Forest on the "Friendly Forest Line!" ...more>>

NEWS FOR RAIL ENTHUSIASTS
SPECIAL DAYS FOR ENTHUSIASTS: We have a number of days designed to especially appeal to both steam and diesel enthusiasts: Bygone Branchline Days: 11 Mar, 6 Apl, 5 May, 2 June, 21 July, 4, 11 &...more>>

SANTA'S VERDICT!
It is always good to hear from Santa! We waited anxiously as the Great Man flew in after Christmas for a review but we were delighted to hear that he is well satisfied with our Santa Specials! His onl...more>>

PROBLEMS WITH PRESENTS? We can help!
We have some great ideas, available by post or to collect from our shop. For details of Royal Forester Sunday lunch Dining Car gift vouchers please go to "Events" (above) and click of "Royal Forester"...more>>

Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends Presents!
An ideal gift , find a wide range of Thomas the Tank Engine and Friends at our on-line shop. New stock is being added on a regular basis so don't miss out on a great gift delivered to yo...more>>

WHITECROFT STATION TO RE-OPEN
Whitecroft station is scheduled to re-open in Spring 2012. For more details, please click "About" on the menu option (above) and then click "The Future"more>>

Join us on our Facebook page
We have recently created a Facebook page for Dean Forest Railway, please do visit and join us. more>>

2011 PRIZE DRAW RESULTS
The names of the lucky winners of the 2011 Prize Draw are now available. To check names, please go to "About" (above) and then click on "The Railway Society". Many thanks to all who contributed. more>>


5th Feb 2012

 

Parkend Station
2006 saw the official opening of the line through to Parkend by HRH Princess Royal and the station is now open to visitors.
 
It makes a superb backdrop for railway photography and brings passengers right into the Forest.
 
There are real ale pubs nearby and a guide to local walks has been published by the DMU Group (our diesel railcar restoration group)and is on sale at the station.
 
RSPB Nagshead reserve is also within walking distance.
 

Parkend in 1975

 

DMU special arrives in 1972

 

Uskmouth giving brake van rides in the early 70s at Parkend before the move to Norchard later the same decade

Parkend station re-opened to passenger trains in May 2006

 

Beautifully restored footbridge over the line

 

View north from the footbridge, October 2002

 

The same view, August 2007



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