Severn Valley Railway has been named as Leading Railway Enthusiast Site in the 2025 SME UK Enterprise Awards.

Awards coordinator Laura O’Carroll said: "SME News prides itself on the validity of its awards and winners. The awards are given solely on merit and are awarded to commend those most deserving for their ingenuity and hard work, distinguishing them from their competitors and proving them worthy of recognition."

The SVR’s next enthusiast event is the Autumn Steam Gala, taking place between 18 and 21 September. The railway will be hosting its first ever Merchant Navy class guest, SR 35006 Peninsular & Oriental S N Co, alongside other yet-to-announced guests and home fleet locomotives. The Friday and Saturday nights of the event will also see overnight running, in celebration of the SVR’s 60th anniversary.

There’s more information on the Autumn Steam Gala at svr.co.uk