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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  • Days out with Thomas
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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
20th July 2025
Car Boot Sale and Autojumble

Car Boot Sale and Autojumble

Apedale Valley Light Railway, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire,

Car Boot Sale

Date
20th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Apedale Country Park, Blackbank Road, Knutton, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 6AX, GB
Distance
0 away
23rd July 2025
Wickham Wednesday

Wickham Wednesday

Somerset & Dorset Heritage Railway, Midsomer Norton,

We're offering rides over the full length of our operating line in our superbly restored Wickham Trolley.

Date
23rd July 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Midsomer Norton South Railway Station, Silver Street, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2EY, GB
Distance
0 away
26th July 2025 - 27th July 2025
Strawberries and Steam

Strawberries and Steam

Bure Valley Railway, Aylsham, Norfolk,

Free strawberries and cream for every full fare-paying passenger

Dates
26th July 2025 - 27th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW, GB
Distance
0 away
26th July 2025 - 27th July 2025
The Golden Years

The Golden Years

North Norfolk Railway, Sheringham, Norfolk,
Dates
26th July 2025 - 27th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
Distance
0 away
27th July 2025
Kids for a Quid

Kids for a Quid

Northampton & Lamport Railway, Chapel Brampton, NORTHAMPTON,

Kids for a Quid

Date
27th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Pitsford & Brampton Station, Pitsford Road, Chapel Brampton, NORTHAMPTON, NN6 8BA, GB
Distance
0 away
30th July 2025
Wickham Wednesday

Wickham Wednesday

Somerset & Dorset Heritage Railway, Midsomer Norton,

We're offering rides over the full length of our operating line in our superbly restored Wickham Trolley.

Date
30th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Midsomer Norton South Railway Station, Silver Street, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2EY, GB
Distance
0 away
1st August 2025
Crime at Crich

Crime at Crich

National Tramway Museum, Crich, Matlock, Derbyshire,

Find the clues, interview the suspects and help Inspector Corner solve his latest baffling case.

Date
1st August 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
The National Tramway Museum, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 5DP, GB
Distance
0 away
2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025
1940s Weekend

1940s Weekend

Mid-Norfolk Railway, Dereham, Norfolk,

Experience the 1940s with vintage trains, wartime reenactors, music, and displays across the Mid-Norfolk Railway.

Dates
2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025
Event Type(s)
1940s Event
Location
The Railway Station, Station Road, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 1DF, GB
Distance
0 away
2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025
Full Steam for Forces Weekend

Full Steam for Forces Weekend

Apedale Valley Light Railway, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire,

A weekend showcasing military displays

Dates
2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025
Event Type(s)
Steam Gala.
Diesel Gala
Children's Event
Location
Apedale Country Park, Blackbank Road, Knutton, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 6AX, GB
Distance
0 away
2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025
Bluebell Railway Food Festival

Bluebell Railway Food Festival

Bluebell Railway, Uckfield, East Sussex,

All Aboard for the Bluebell Food Festival & Crafts!

Dates
2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away
3rd August 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
3rd August 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Pitsford & Brampton Station, Pitsford Road, Chapel Brampton, NORTHAMPTON, NN6 8BA, GB
Distance
0 away
3rd August 2025
The Gruffalo

The Gruffalo

Ribble Steam Railway & Museum, Preston, Lancashire,

The Gruffalo

Date
3rd August 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Chain Caul Road, Riversway Docklands, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2PD, GB
Distance
0 away
3rd August 2025
Victorian Sundays

Victorian Sundays

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.

Date
3rd August 2025
Event Type(s)
Vintage Vehicles
Location
Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
Distance
0 away
5th August 2025 - 10th August 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
5th August 2025 - 10th August 2025
Event Type(s)
Days out with Thomas
Children's Event
Location
Alresford Station, Station Road, ALRESFORD, SO24 9JG, GB
Distance
0 away
6th August 2025
School Holidays Railbus

School Holidays Railbus

Ribble Steam Railway & Museum, Preston, Lancashire,

Dock Railway tours via Railbus

Date
6th August 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Chain Caul Road, Riversway Docklands, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2PD, GB
Distance
0 away