Events

There's plenty to see, do and enjoy at heritage railway events around the UK. Many railways also offer experience days such as driving a train or dining experiences.

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  • Steam Gala.
  • Diesel Gala
  • Children's Event
  • Vintage Vehicles
  • 1940s Event
  • Days out with Thomas
  • Miniature Engine Rally
  • Demonstration Goods Workings
  • Beer / Ale Event
  • Model Railways Event
  • Halloween Event
  • Illuminated Train
  • Christmas Event
  • Polar Express
  • Father Christmas Event
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4th June 2025 - 7th September 2025
Railway 200 at The Bluebell Railway

Railway 200 at The Bluebell Railway

Bluebell Railway, Uckfield, East Sussex,

The Bluebell Railway will host a three-month event during the summer of 2025 to mark Railway 200, showcasing the unique capabilities of the railway.

Dates
4th June 2025 - 7th September 2025
Event Type(s)
Steam Gala.
Diesel Gala
Children's Event
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away
3rd July 2025 - 6th July 2025
Summer Diesel Gala 2025

Summer Diesel Gala 2025

East Lancashire Railway, Bury, Lancashire,

Annual ELR Summer Diesel Gala

Dates
3rd July 2025 - 6th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Diesel Gala
Location
Bolton Street Station, Bolton Street, Bury, Lancashire, BL9 0EY, GB
Distance
0 away
5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025
Back to the 1940s

Back to the 1940s

South Devon Railway, Buckfastleigh, Devon,

Take a journey back to the 1940s with vintage steam trains, classic cars, live music, and period charm at the South Devon Railway.

Dates
5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Vintage Vehicles
1940s Event
Location
The Station, Dart Bridge Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DZ, GB
Distance
0 away
5th July 2025
Diesel Enthusiasts Day

Diesel Enthusiasts Day

Chinnor & Princes Risborough Railway, Chinnor, Oxfordshire,

Diesel Enthusiast Days with 31163 & 37227

Date
5th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Diesel Gala
Location
Station Road, Chinnor, Oxfordshire, OX39 4ER, GB
Distance
0 away
5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025
Day Out With Thomas

Day Out With Thomas

Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Quainton, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire,

All Aboard for a day of family FUN with Thomas & Friends! Meet Thomas and The Fat Controller, take a train ride and enjoy so much more!

Dates
5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Days out with Thomas
Location
Quainton Road Station, Station Road, Quainton, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP22 4BY, GB
Distance
0 away
5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025
Strawberries and Steam

Strawberries and Steam

Bure Valley Railway, Aylsham, Norfolk,

Free strawberries and cream for every full fare-paying passenger

Dates
5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW, GB
Distance
0 away
5th July 2025
Running Day - 143612 or AD9117

Running Day - 143612 or AD9117

Llanelli & Mynydd Mawr Railway, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire,

Running Day - 143612 or AD9117

Date
5th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Site of the former Cynheidre Colliery, Cynheidre, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, SA15 5DQ, GB
Distance
0 away
5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025
Peppa Pig

Peppa Pig

Swanage Railway, Swanage, Dorset,
Dates
5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1HB, GB
Distance
0 away
5th July 2025
An Evening With Elton John at the Bluebell Railway

An Evening With Elton John at the Bluebell Railway

Bluebell Railway, Uckfield, East Sussex,

Get ready for a spectacular evening of music, dining and entertainment as we welcome a fantastic Elton John tribute act to Sheffield Park Station. Enjoy classic hits, great food and a unique heritage setting.

Date
5th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away
5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025
Railway 200 Open Weekend

Railway 200 Open Weekend

Great Central Railway, Loughborough,

Join us to celebrate 200 years of rail travel in the UK.

Dates
5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Great Central Road, Loughborough, LE11 1RW, GB
Distance
0 away
12th July 2025 - 13th July 2025
Strawberries and Steam

Strawberries and Steam

Bure Valley Railway, Aylsham, Norfolk,

Free strawberries and cream for every full fare-paying passenger

Dates
12th July 2025 - 13th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW, GB
Distance
0 away
13th July 2025
Classic Car Day

Classic Car Day

Mid-Norfolk Railway, Dereham, Norfolk,

Remember when cars seemed to be part of the family, and even had nicknames? Classic cars to vintage motor enthusiasts are like vinyl to music lovers. They’re the icons we dream of owning, and the collector’s items cherished and preserved by their owners.

Date
13th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Vintage Vehicles
Location
The Railway Station, Station Road, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DF, GB
Distance
0 away
13th July 2025
Visiting Engines Day 2025

Visiting Engines Day 2025

Barnards Miniature Railway, West Horndon, Essex,

A usual event that we host every year. This one-day gala allows visiting steam and diesel locomotives from all over the country to visit our railway and run our trains, alongside our home fleet. With other attractions to add, this is set to be a fantastic event.

Date
13th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Steam Gala.
Diesel Gala
Miniature Engine Rally
Demonstration Goods Workings
Location
Barnards Farm, Brentwood Road, West Horndon, Essex, CM13 3FY, GB
Distance
0 away
18th July 2025
Diesel Railcar Day

Diesel Railcar Day

Great Central Railway, Loughborough,

Come andJoin us for one of the highest mileage diesel railcar services in preservation.

Date
18th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Great Central Road, Loughborough, LE11 1RW, GB
Distance
0 away
19th July 2025 - 20th July 2025
Strawberries and Steam

Strawberries and Steam

Bure Valley Railway, Aylsham, Norfolk,

Free strawberries and cream for every full fare-paying passenger

Dates
19th July 2025 - 20th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW, GB
Distance
0 away
19th July 2025
The Purbeck Piddler

The Purbeck Piddler

Swanage Railway, Swanage, Dorset,

The Swanage Railway is delighted to be working with the Piddle Brewery in Dorset to bring you a new experience on the Swanage Railway.

Date
19th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Beer / Ale Event
Location
Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1HB, GB
Distance
0 away
19th July 2025 - 20th July 2025
Dino Days

Dino Days

Lynton & Barnstaple Railway, Barnstaple, Devon,

Join us for some dinosaur fun at Woody Bay Station!

Dates
19th July 2025 - 20th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Woody Bay Station, Martinhoe Cross, Parracombe, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4RA, GB
Distance
0 away
19th July 2025 - 20th July 2025
Southern At War

Southern At War

Bluebell Railway, Uckfield, East Sussex,

Step back into the 1940s with a weekend of steam trains, re-enactments, vintage vehicles, and wartime spirit at the Bluebell Railway.

Dates
19th July 2025 - 20th July 2025
Event Type(s)
1940s Event
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away
19th July 2025 - 24th July 2025
Vintage Week

Vintage Week

North Norfolk Railway, Sheringham, Norfolk,

The North Norfolk Railway offers far more than just a train ride! Grab your tickets, watch the guard wave his green flag, listen for the sound of the whistle and a whoosh of steam as you set off on a timeless journey through some of Norfolk’s most stunning coastal scenery and beautiful countryside.

Dates
19th July 2025 - 24th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Vintage Vehicles
Location
Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
Distance
0 away
20th July 2025
Cream Tea Specials

Cream Tea Specials

Northampton & Lamport Railway, Chapel Brampton, NORTHAMPTON,

Looking for a lazy Sunday afternoon treat? Why not travel in style with the Northampton & Lamport Railway’s Cream Tea Special

Date
20th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Pitsford & Brampton Station, Pitsford Road, Chapel Brampton, NORTHAMPTON, NN6 8BA, GB
Distance
0 away