British Rail Class 08
​No. 08670

Our main steam locomotive throughout the 80's and 90's was Ironbridge No.3. This local engine helps tell the story of the industrial railways of Telford, however requires significant work to steam again.

INFORMATION

Built : 1960 
Class : Class 08
Type : 0-6-0 DE
Build No : 08670
Name : N/A

Arrived : 2025
Status : Under Repair
Owner : Private

670 at Spring Village Station

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HISTORY

New Addition

Built by British Railway's workshops at Crewe, 08670 entered service in January 1960 as D3837.

Her first depot was Springs Branch (Wigan). In February 1974, D3837 received her TOPs number 08670. She had lately been working for RSS and based at Bescot.

​08670 arrived at Telford Steam Railway on 13th November 2025 having been bought from RSS.

670 being unloaded at Spring Village

CURRENT STATUS

Since arriving inspections have taken place on the loco. New batteries have been fitted allowing the loco to start. 

The biggest challenge is the fitting of the vaccum system to allow the loco to pull passenger services. 
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Work has taken place on the cab, including fitting new windows, door lock as well as attention to the sun roof. 

The loco will receive further mechanical attention along with a full repaint before entering service.

670 being inspected at Spring Village

SUPPORT THE LOCOMOTIVE

Later in the year, 670 may be out on driver experience courses. 

​Each course will take two participants, who will each be able to drive between Spring Village and Lawley Village, and also have the opportunity to drive to and from Horsehay & Dawley Station. On your course, you could be hauling up to two coaches and Brake Van.

Check back for future dates to be announced !

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