Peak Rail has announced the first locomotive set to appear at its Twin Peaks Diesel Gala, taking place on Friday, 10 and Saturday, 11 April 2026.

Class 08 No. 08573 will join the event lineup, which is already shaping up to be an exciting occasion.

Recently returned to service by RMS Locotec in Chesterfield following an extended period of repairs, 08573 will visit Peak Rail for shakedown runs and testing ahead of entering service on hire.

Visitors can look forward to an intensive timetable featuring both passenger and freight services, a Driver for a Fiver experience, and an onboard bar.

The working timetable, along with details of the connecting bus services, will be released soon once the full locomotive lineup has been confirmed.

Gala tickets and further information on Peak Rail are available online.