Great Western' Special Issue.

Swindon's last man - Swindon was transformed by the GWR and at its height, the works employed 14.000 people. Now. there's just one left.
A tale of two trains - It's 40 years ago since the Great Western Society moved into Didcot. Frank Dumbleton explains how it was done.
Re-creating the missing link - The Railmotor project divides enthusiasts. STEAM RAILWAY sets out why this restoration is one of preservation's most important.
The importance of being Pendennis - Pendennis Castle is a true celebrity. We look at what makes it so important and present an update onits overhaul.
'Castle GTi' - There's another 'Castle' close to returning to steam: No. 5043 Earl of Mount Edgcumbe. Will it be the best?
'KGV' - this is your life - The 'Kings' were the GWR s premier express engines. We pay tribute to the pioneer. No. 6000 King George V.
Taking water - Robert Falconer explains how to snap it in 'Through the Lens'.
The man and his machines - George Jackson Churchward gave the GWR a locomotive fleet that was way ahead of his contemporaries. Find out how.
Narrow gauge on the GWR - The Welsh narrow gauge lines are an often forgotten part of the "Westerns' network. We take a look at the smaller side of the GWR.
Making steam make money - In an exclusive interview, the Paignton & Dartmouth's GM Barry. Cogar explains how he's turned it into a profit making concern.
Getting to grips with gauging - Tony Streeter speaks to Network Rail's six-strong gauging team about how steam fits - literally a€Ã