History of the Friends
The Friends of Swindon Railway Museum was formed back in 1986 when the Swindon works finally closed, and was
officially launched in September 1988. It is a charitable company and is run by Directors and Trustees who are
elected by the membership, and who all serve without financial reward. We plan to add to the story of the
Friends in the future, but in the meantime, here are some links to aspects of that story over the last 35 years.
2012: Swindon Railway Museum turns 50
HST naming ceremony 6th October 2010
Brunel 200 celebrations from 2006
Steam Museum entrance and reception area
A video clip panorama of Steam Museum reception
A panorama of the GWR Works as it is today
The arrival of Evening Star, 3rd September 2008
Last updated 29/04/20