"Step aboard and explore the maritime activities of the Somerset and Dorset Railway with this comprehensive guide. Written by railway historian and author, Mark Handley, this book takes you on a journey through the history of the Somerset and Dorset Railway's involvement in maritime activities, from its early days to its eventual closure in the 1960s.

With meticulous research and attention to detail, Handley explores the railway's involvement in ferry services, goods traffic, and even the transportation of warships. Along the way, you'll discover a wealth of archival images, maps, and diagrams that bring the story to life.

The book covers the railway's mainline activities, such as the ferry services from Weymouth to the Channel Islands, as well as its involvement in regional ports like Barnstaple and Ilfracombe. You'll also learn about the railway's efforts to establish a freight service to the important port of Avonmouth.

Rounding out this comprehensive guide are stories of notable locomotives, rolling stock, and memorabilia that played a role in the Somerset and Dorset Railway's maritime activities. Whether you're a railway enthusiast, a history buff, or simply interested in the stories of the past, this book is a must-have for anyone looking to explore the maritime activities of the Somerset and Dorset Railway.

Softcover edition, 96 pages, black and white and color photographs and illustrations.