Operation Bosworth - 1940's Weekend at the Battlefield Line 23rd and 24th June 2012 New to the Battlefield Line Railway for this year is a weekend from the 1940's. In association with the Tommy Atkins Society we present an all action two day event with re-enactors bringing the past to life around the stations. Encampments, demonstrations, and re-enactments will be the order of the weekend at Market Bosworth. Period features including steam trains, 1940 vehicles, re-enactors and characters in authentic costume. Take advantage of a steam train service and enjoy a round trip between Shackerstone, Market Bosworth and Shenton stations. Visitors can join in by dressing in period costume and enjoy a discounted fare on the train. There will be catering on site and a nostalgic atmosphere for visitors enjoying the variety of exhibits and attractions on offer. Journey back in time to the era that was the 1940’s as we remember with pride the people who lived and worked through World War II. The Tommy Atkins society re-enactment group will captivate you with their fire power demonstration and mock rifle range, utilising a whole host of blank firearms, ammunition and pyrotechnics. Plus military vehicles. Expected during the weekend are:- Each day at 11.45 and 2.45pm there will be a firepower demonstration! 3 Willy’s Jeeps 1935 Austin tourer Sunbeam Talbot 10 tourer Government Req’n pool car of Blitz survivors  Daimler Dingo Scout car Bedford wartime bus Nuffield universal tractor  Jimmy troop carrier  Diamond T wrecker  3 Field Marshall tractors 1940’s Bedford OB flat lorry Ferguson T20 tractor Displays of wartime weapons, equipment and uniforms 1940s radio equipment display Saturday Night Music at Operation Bosworth On Saturday evening there will entertainment in the Market Bosworth Goods Shed. We are pleased to present the group Rally Shambles (who support Dr Busker at certain events around the traction rally circuit) they will be backed up by music from our resident DJ. Public entry to the evening event is £5.00, but free to participating re-enactors. Want to be a part of it? Yes you can join in too! (If you have the right stuff). Please contact us with your details at 1940s_weekend@battlefield-line-railway.co.uk  Re-enactors must apply to Tommy Atkins Society at TommyAtkinsSociety@battlefield-line-railway.co.uk if they wish to be a display. Free entry to re-enactors with static displays and/or appropriate period vehicle.  Non displaying re-enactors who attend on Saturday and pay entry fee will be allowed to return free of charge on Sunday. Please note: if this applies to you, you will not need to book yourself in to the event with our booking form unless you require camping space. Visitors in period costume will qualify for discounted travel on train services . Timetable Pink Timetable - Special Timetable    Railcar Train Railcar Train Railcar Train Railcar Train Railcar Train Shackerstone  10.00 10.30 11.30 12.00 1.30 1.30 2.30 3.00 4.00 4.30 M Bosworth  10.08 10.42 11.38 12.12 1.08 1.42 2.38 3.12 4.08 4.42 Shenton Arrive - 10.50 - 12.20 - 1.50 - 3.20 - 4.50                       Shenton Depart - 11.05 - 12.35 - 2.05 - 3.35 - 5.05 M Bosworth  10.12 11.15 11.42 12.45 1.12 2.15 2.42 3.45 4.12 5.15 Shackerstone  10.20 11.25 11.50 12.55 1.20 2.25 2.50 3.55 4.20 5.25 Tickets Please! EVENT TRAIN FARES   Adult Standard Return   Senior Standard Return   Child Standard Return (3-15)   Family Standard Return    (2 Adults & up to 2 Children) £10.00 £8.00 £6.00 £30.00 There are no ticket concessions today  (Special offers, SRS or HRA passes are not valid) How to Find the Battlefield Line Railway You can park at both Shackerstone Station and Shenton Station (for the Battlefield). Do you need directions to Shackerstone Station? (Car parking is free) Do you need directions to Market Bosworth Station? (Car parking is free) Do you need directions to Shenton Station? (Car parking costs approx £2.50) Please ring us on 01827 880754 if you require further information All locos subject to availability. Every effort will be made to run this event to  the timetable stated on these web pages, however unforeseen circumstances may entail alterations or cancellations. The Shackerstone Railway Society reserve the right to vary any of the provisions included in these pages without prior notice. E&OE