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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- Christmas Event
- Illuminated Train
- Steam Gala.
- Diesel Gala
- Children's Event
- Demonstration Goods Workings
- Beer / Ale Event
- Vintage Vehicles
- Days out with Thomas
- 1940s Event
- Model Railways Event
- Halloween Event
- All Dates
- Dec 2025
- Jan 2026
- Feb 2026
- Mar 2026
- Apr 2026
- May 2026
- Jun 2026
- Jul 2026
- Aug 2026
- Sep 2026
- Oct 2026
- Nov 2026
- Dec 2026
Mince Pie Specials
Free mince pie for every full fare paying passenger.
- Dates
- 27th December 2025 - 4th January 2026
- Event Type(s)
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Christmas Event
- Location
- Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Norfolk Lights Express
The Norfolk Lights Express is an immersive, wintertime experience that is fun for the whole family!
- Dates
- 27th December 2025 - 4th January 2026
- Event Type(s)
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Illuminated Train
- Location
- Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Mince Pie Specials
A post-Christmas treat, enjoy a cosy ride aboard a steam train complete with a mince pie and mulled cider!
- Dates
- 27th December 2025 - 4th January 2026
- Event Type(s)
- Location
- Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Santa's SteamLights
Sparkle, glow and shimmer on a magical steam train covered by thousands of colourful lights. Feast your eyes on a magical and spectacular light show as you travel with us through the winter landscape!
- Dates
- 27th December 2025 - 28th December 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Christmas EventIlluminated Train
- Location
- Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Winter Warmer Steam Gala
Winter warmer steam trains
- Date
- 27th December 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Steam Gala.
- Location
- Apedale Country Park, Blackbank Road, Knutton, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 6AX, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Mince Pie Specials
Join us after the indulgence of Christmas for a ride on one of our steam-hauled trains and enjoy a mince pie served onboard a you travel the line.
- Date
- 28th December 2025
- Event Type(s)
- Location
- Bitton Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
New Year Trains
Something to do with the family after the big day
- Dates
- 28th December 2025 - 31st December 2025
- Event Type(s)
- Location
- Woody Bay Station, Martinhoe Cross, Parracombe, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4RA, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
New Year's Day Gala
New Year’s Day Steam Up - Celebrate the Start of 2026 in Style!
- Date
- 1st January 2026
- Event Type(s)
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Steam Gala.
- Location
- Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Winter Steam Gala
Celebrate steam in full action with an intensive timetable of heritage locomotives running along the scenic River Dart.
- Dates
- 2nd January 2026 - 4th January 2026
- Event Type(s)
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Steam Gala.
- Location
- The Station, Dart Bridge Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DZ, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Winter Warm Up
Why not shake off those January blues by joining us at our first event for 2023, our Winter Warm Up which is taking place on January 7th-8th.
- Dates
- 3rd January 2026 - 4th January 2026
- Event Type(s)
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Steam Gala.Diesel Gala
- Location
- Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1HB, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Railway 200 Inspiration Train
Celebrate the story of railways with hands-on exhibits and interactive discovery for all ages.
- Dates
- 6th January 2026 - 9th January 2026
- Event Type(s)
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Children's Event
- Location
- Chain Caul Road, Riversway Docklands, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2PD, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Meet Paddington Bear
Meet Paddington Bear and enjoy a joyful day out with steam trains, smiles and photo opportunities.
- Dates
- 14th February 2026 - 15th February 2026
- Event Type(s)
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Children's Event
- Location
- Chain Caul Road, Riversway Docklands, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2PD, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Pirates and Princesses
Dress as a pirate or a princess and enjoy a magical day out with trains and themed family fun.
- Date
- 18th February 2026
- Event Type(s)
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Children's Event
- Location
- Chain Caul Road, Riversway Docklands, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2PD, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Mother's Day
Enjoy a steam-hauled trip with views of the Forth Valley and West Lothian countryside, with the option of a morning coffee or a luxury afternoon tea.
- Date
- 15th March 2026
- Event Type(s)
- Location
- 17-19 North Street, Bo'ness, West Lothian, EH51 0AQ, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Cream Tea Specials
Looking for a lazy Sunday afternoon treat? Why not travel in style with the Northampton & Lamport Railway's Cream Tea Special
- Date
- 15th March 2026
- Event Type(s)
- Location
- Pitsford & Brampton Station, Pitsford Road, Chapel Brampton, Northampton, NN6 8BA, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Diesel Gala - 3-day weekend of vintage diesel traction!
We've listened to the many diesel enthusiasts who said our previous three-day 'Big Diesel Thrashes' were much missed… and so we've set the date for a reintroduction in 2025! The event will take place over three days, from Friday 4 April to Sunday 6 April.
- Dates
- 20th March 2026 - 22nd March 2026
- Event Type(s)
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Diesel Gala
- Location
- Station Road, Chinnor, Oxfordshire, OX39 4ER, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Steam Gala
Steam Gala
- Dates
- 27th March 2026 - 29th March 2026
- Event Type(s)
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Steam Gala.
- Location
- Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1HB, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Cadeby Light Railway day
An event to remember the Cadeby Light Railway
- Date
- 28th March 2026
- Event Type(s)
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Steam Gala.Diesel GalaDemonstration Goods Workings
- Location
- Apedale Country Park, Blackbank Road, Knutton, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 6AX, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Easter Bunny Specials
Join us for an Easter treat for the entire family! Friendly, volunteer staff will welcome you aboard a heritage steam train for a return journey that takes you along the shores of the Firth of Forth, with views of the majestic Ochil Hills, before you steam past woodlands, wild flowers and waterfalls.
- Dates
- 3rd April 2026 - 6th April 2026
- Event Type(s)
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Children's Event
- Location
- 17-19 North Street, Bo'ness, West Lothian, EH51 0AQ, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Easter Egg Event
All aboard for Easter fun with steam trains, egg hunts and plenty of springtime smiles.
- Date
- 3rd April 2026
- Event Type(s)
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Children's Event
- Location
- Chain Caul Road, Riversway Docklands, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2PD, GB
- Distance
- 0 away