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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  • Beer / Ale Event
  • Diesel Gala
  • Children's Event
  • Days out with Thomas
  • 1940s Event
  • Steam Gala.
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  • Demonstration Goods Workings
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23rd May 2025 - 26th May 2025
Rails & Ales

Rails & Ales

South Devon Railway, Buckfastleigh, Devon,

Steam and diesel trains, local ales, and a countryside setting - Rails & Ales at the South Devon Railway combines heritage travel with our popular beer and cider festival at Staverton station.

Dates
23rd May 2025 - 26th May 2025
Event Type(s)
Beer / Ale Event
Location
The Station, Dart Bridge Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DZ, GB
Distance
0 away
24th May 2025 - 26th May 2025
Diesel Gala Weekend

Diesel Gala Weekend

Mid-Norfolk Railway, Dereham, Norfolk,

Diesel Gala weekend with homefleet and visitor.

Dates
24th May 2025 - 26th May 2025
Event Type(s)
Diesel Gala
Location
The Railway Station, Station Road, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DF, GB
Distance
0 away
24th May 2025 - 1st June 2025
Nature by Rail

Nature by Rail

Bure Valley Railway, Aylsham, Norfolk,

Free prize for every child on completion of our I Spy nature trail on the train journey

Dates
24th May 2025 - 1st June 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW, GB
Distance
0 away
24th May 2025 - 26th May 2025
Wild West Weekend

Wild West Weekend

Ribble Steam Railway & Museum, Preston, Lancashire,

Saddle up for a Western-themed family adventure with a gold nugget hunt, live music, a Mobile Saloon, and our own real ales on tap.

Dates
24th May 2025 - 26th May 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Chain Caul Road, Riversway Docklands, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2PD, GB
Distance
0 away
24th May 2025 - 1st June 2025
Day Out With Thomas

Day Out With Thomas

Watercress Line, ALRESFORD,

Climb aboard for a fun-filled family day out with Thomas the Tank Engine and friends. Enjoy a ride behind Thomas, live shows, play zones, and plenty of themed activities all included in your ticket.

Dates
24th May 2025 - 1st June 2025
Event Type(s)
Days out with Thomas
Children's Event
Location
Alresford Station, Station Road, ALRESFORD, SO24 9JG, GB
Distance
0 away
24th May 2025 - 26th May 2025
Kids for a Quid

Kids for a Quid

Great Central Railway, Loughborough,

Bring the family to Great Central Railway this Bank Holiday weekend. From Saturday 24 to Monday 26 May, up to three children can travel for just £1 each with every adult ticket. Unlimited train rides and plenty to explore, whatever the weather.

Dates
24th May 2025 - 26th May 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Great Central Road, Loughborough, LE11 1RW, GB
Distance
0 away
25th May 2025 - 26th May 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
25th May 2025 - 26th May 2025
Event Type(s)
Days out with Thomas
Location
Quainton Road Station, Station Road, Quainton, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP22 4BY, GB
Distance
0 away
28th May 2025 - 1st June 2025
World of Wizardry

World of Wizardry

Bluebell Railway, Uckfield, East Sussex,

Immerse yourself in the world of wizardry, as Horsted Keynes Station opens its doors to the magical realm of enchantment and wonder!

Dates
28th May 2025 - 1st June 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away
31st May 2025 - 1st June 2025
Brick Express Weekend

Brick Express Weekend

Avon Valley Railway, Bitton, Bristol,

Our Brick Express event returns this weekend, with displays made of that world famous interlocking brick!

Dates
31st May 2025 - 1st June 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Bitton Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD, GB
Distance
0 away
31st May 2025 - 1st June 2025
1940s Weekend

1940s Weekend

Great Central Railway, Loughborough,

Experience the sights, sounds and spirit of wartime Britain at the Great Central Railway’s 1940s Weekend. Enjoy live music, dancing, re-enactors, vintage vehicles and more at this immersive historical event.

Dates
31st May 2025 - 1st June 2025
Event Type(s)
1940s Event
Location
Great Central Road, Loughborough, LE11 1RW, GB
Distance
0 away
2nd June 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.

Date
2nd June 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
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
6th June 2025 - 8th June 2025
Beer Festival

Beer Festival

Avon Valley Railway, Bitton, Bristol,

Meet old friends and make new ones while enjoying half or full pints of real ale and cider.

Dates
6th June 2025 - 8th June 2025
Event Type(s)
Beer / Ale Event
Location
Bitton Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD, GB
Distance
0 away
7th June 2025
Running Day - 143612 or AD9117

Running Day - 143612 or AD9117

Llanelli & Mynydd Mawr Railway, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire,

Running Day - 143612 or AD9117

Date
7th June 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Site of the former Cynheidre Colliery, Cynheidre, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, SA15 5DQ, GB
Distance
0 away
13th June 2025 - 15th June 2025
Rails & Ales

Rails & Ales

North Norfolk Railway, Sheringham, Norfolk,

A festival celebrating steam and heritage diesel locos, including a local beer and cider showcase.

Dates
13th June 2025 - 15th June 2025
Event Type(s)
Steam Gala.
Diesel Gala
Beer / Ale Event
Location
Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
Distance
0 away
14th June 2025 - 15th June 2025
Dad Goes Free

Dad Goes Free

Bure Valley Railway, Aylsham, Norfolk,

A Dad travels FREE with a full fare-paying adult. One free Dad per booking. Pre-booking is essential

Dates
14th June 2025 - 15th June 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW, GB
Distance
0 away
14th June 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
14th June 2025
Event Type(s)
Beer / Ale Event
Location
Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1HB, GB
Distance
0 away
14th June 2025 - 15th June 2025
Teddy Bear's Outing

Teddy Bear's Outing

Apedale Valley Light Railway, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire,

A fun day out for the family

Dates
14th June 2025 - 15th June 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Apedale Country Park, Blackbank Road, Knutton, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 6AX, GB
Distance
0 away
14th June 2025
Peter Rabbit

Peter Rabbit

Ribble Steam Railway & Museum, Preston, Lancashire,

Peter Rabbit

Date
14th June 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Chain Caul Road, Riversway Docklands, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2PD, GB
Distance
0 away
14th June 2025 - 15th June 2025
Retro Wheels and Rails

Retro Wheels and Rails

Watercress Line, ALRESFORD,

Step back in time at the Watercress Line's Retro Wheels and Rails event on 14-15 June 2025. Each station transforms into a different decade from the 1940s to the 1970s, with vintage music, vehicles, activities, and heritage train rides through the Hampshire countryside.

Dates
14th June 2025 - 15th June 2025
Event Type(s)
Vintage Vehicles
Location
Alresford Station, Station Road, ALRESFORD, SO24 9JG, GB
Distance
0 away