Written by Ian Pope and Paul Karau this is the first in a series of books which document the history and lines of the Severn & Wye Railway in the Forest of Dean.
Volume 1 traces the history of the Severn & Wye and Severn Bridge Railway and illustrates the line from Lydney to Parkend.
Volume 2 continues this coverage from Coleford Junction through the verdant heart of the Forest to Cinderford.
The history of the railway is closely linked with that of the industries which it served, the extensive coverage of major collieries such as Cannop and Trafalgar providing a counterpoint to the timeless charm of Bicslade's tramroad and stoneworks. The story concludes with a detailed account of the S&W's last major undertaking, the opening of an extension to Cinderford, built after takeover by the Great Western and Midland Railways.
Softback 174 pages