The Mid Suffolk Light Railway finally officially opened its highly anticipated extension on the 1st August with a Press Launch.

Following years of planning and negotiation, the long-awaited extension was given the go-ahead in February.

The launch featured guests such as Adrian Ramsay, the MP for Waveney Valley and Lord and Lady Deben.

The guests went on a steam-hauled trip along the extension, which doubles the length of the railway.

Volunteers of the railway are now working on building a destination station at Aspall Halt, which is planned to be open for the next season.

From now until the 31st August, those visiting the beloved railway can enjoy a ride on the full stretch of the line.

While the season is coming to an end, there are still some events taking place, such as:

• Steam Railway and Big Bus Day – 10th August
• Steam Railway and Ipswich Vintage Motorcycle club – 17th August
• Model Mania – 24th and 25th August
• Everything Goes – 31st August

Further information on the remaining events and the volunteer work taking place can be found online.