‘GWR Girls Talk and Book Launch’ by Jane Lark

Schedule

Thu, 13 Aug, 2026 at 07:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

The Baker's Cafe | Swindon, EN

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Swindon’s Secret History: Jane Lark & The GWR Girls
Step back into the 1940s and discover the untold stories of the women who kept the tracks running. Join best-selling author Jane Lark for an evening dedicated to the resilience, romance, and grit of the Great Western Railway girls during WWII. From the chaos of the Dunkirk return to the arrival of American GIs in Swindon, Jane will dive into the historical research behind her beloved series and share what life was really like on the home front.
Jane will be signing copies after the talk. Whether you are starting the journey or catching up on the drama, the following titles will be available:
Book 1: The Great Western Railway (GWR) Girls – The outbreak of war.
Book 2: The GWR Girls Do Their Bit – The aftermath of Dunkirk.
Book 3: Heartbreak for The GWR Girls – Swindon under attack.
Book 4: Christmas Wishes for The GWR Girls – The Americans arrive in town.
Why not join us August 13th 2026 at 7:30 PM at the Bakers’ Café?
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The Baker's Cafe, 16 Emlyn Square,Swindon, United Kingdom

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