Person struck by train on the Gartell Light Railway
Person struck by a train on the Gartell Light Railway, Somerset, 17 April 2025.
The wagon involved
At 09:35 on Thursday 17 April 2025, a volunteer member of staff was struck by a wagon and seriously injured near to Common Lane level crossing on the Gartell Light Railway. The railway was not open to the public when the accident occurred.
The wagon involved was part of a train which was transporting staff, equipment and materials to a site of work. The member of staff was attempting to get off the wagon, which was regularly used to carry staff, when they were struck by it. The train was moving at a slow speed when the accident occurred.
We have undertaken a preliminary examination into the circumstances surrounding this accident. Having assessed the evidence which has been gathered to date, we have decided to publish a safety digest.