Royal Albert Bridge Scott Fisher

Saltash photographer’s sublime shot makes cover of 2024 Great Western Railway Calendar

A sublime shot by Saltash photographer Scott Fisher has made the cover of the 2024 Great Western Railway calendar.

Drone enthusiast Scott captured a Castle Class passing serenely over the Royal Albert Bridge, spanning the River Tamar between Plymouth in Devon and Saltash, Cornwall.

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Scott, of Cornish Drone Photography, said:

“I got into landscape and drone photography about three years ago. It was a beautiful sunrise, so I had to grab a picture of the High Speed Train coming over Brunel’s iconic bridge.”

From Cornwall to the Cotswolds, and London to South Wales, the 2024 Great Western Railway Calendar inspires new adventures as it captures the region in all its glory.

Whether you’re captivated by the special south-west events included each month, or enchanted by our beautiful destinations, this calendar will make you want to board a train and start your next exciting journey.

GWR Sales and Marketing Director, Amanda Burns, said:

“Our 2024 Great Western Railway Calendar features some truly breath-taking images and we’re sure it will become a wanted item on many people’s Christmas lists.

“As well as the stunning photography, we’ve included dates for some of the biggest events across the network, ensuring you’ve got time to start planning some exciting days out – taking a GWR train there and back, of course!”

Contact Information

John Carter

Media and Communications Manager

Great Western Railway

0845 410 4444

John.Carter1@gwr.com

Notes to editors

First Greater Western Limited, trading as “Great Western Railway” (GWR), operates trains across the Great Western franchise area, which includes South Wales, the West Country, the Cotswolds, across southern England and into London. GWR provides high speed, commuter, regional and branch line train services, and before the covid-19 pandemic helped over 100 million passengers reach their destinations every year. GWR has been awarded a National Rail Contract to continue operating the Great Western network, which shall run up to 21 June 2025, with the potential for a further three years at the Secretary of State’s discretion. Find out more here: https://www.gwr.com/about-us.