Steam on the Moor, Axe overhaul, major update

In this major update from the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway General Manager, Stuart Nelhams, takes us round the now stripped down Kerr Stuart 'Joffre' locomotive Axe as it undergoes a major overhaul.

This episode not only shows the progress and engineering detail of this overhaul but also explains the importance of this World War I narrow-gauge engine.

You can get involved in its overhaul by donating at the following link - https://www.lynton-rail.co.uk/project-axe

To help you enjoy the Steam on the Moor series more easily, we’ve also created a playlist which has all the films in one place.

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Filmed at Woody Bay on the 29th October. This film is © Lynton and Barnstaple Trust Ltd. 2026.