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As next year marks the 175th birthday of 'new' Swindon, STEAM unveils two of the greatest trains built in the town itself. Total went along to snap the action!

Both "King George V" and "City of Truro" were made public on the November 18th, to mark the beginning of a year long programme of exciting events that will honour the town and its heritage.

Photos by Richard Wintle

STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway

STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway tells the story of the men and women who built, operated and travelled on the Great Western Railway.

Fire Fly Ave, Swindon, SN2 2TA

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