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.
- All
- Steam Gala.
- Diesel Gala
- Children's Event
- Demonstration Goods Workings
- Vintage Vehicles
- Beer / Ale Event
- 1940s Event
- Model Railways Event
- Miniature Engine Rally
- Days out with Thomas
- Halloween Event
- Illuminated Train
- Christmas Event
- Polar Express
- Father Christmas Event
- All Dates
- Aug 2025
- Sep 2025
- Oct 2025
- Nov 2025
- 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
Railway 200 at The Bluebell Railway
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)
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Steam Gala.Diesel GalaChildren's Event
- Location
- Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Summer Steam Gala
Explore the North Norfolk Railway during our special Summer Steam Gala and enjoy a journey behind a diverse line-up of steam and diesel locomotives!
- Dates
- 29th August 2025 - 31st August 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Steam Gala.
- Location
- Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Fairytale Express
Let It Snow Productions presents the Fairytale Express
- Date
- 30th August 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Children's Event
- Location
- Stephenson Steam Railway, Middle Engine Lane, North Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE29 8DX, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Goods Experience Days
Step into the fascinating world of railway freight with our exclusive Goods Experience Days, featuring a unique ride in a Brake Van as the highlight of the day!
- Date
- 31st August 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Demonstration Goods Workings
- Location
- Great Central Road, Loughborough, LE11 1RW, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Wickham Wednesday
We're offering rides over the full length of our operating line in our superbly restored Wickham Trolley.
- Date
- 3rd September 2025
- Event Type(s)
- Location
- Midsomer Norton South Railway Station, Silver Street, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2EY, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Autumn Diesel Gala
The annual GCR Autumn Diesel Gala is back: 4th – 6th September!
- Dates
- 4th September 2025 - 6th September 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Diesel Gala
- Location
- Great Central Road, Loughborough, LE11 1RW, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Diesel Gala
Get ready for an action-packed weekend as the Bluebell Railway Diesel Gala returns with a line-up of classic locomotives and heritage action.
- Dates
- 5th September 2025 - 7th September 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Diesel Gala
- Location
- Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Classic & Steam Vehicle Show
Held by the Bournemouth and Poole Preservation Club next to Harmans Cross Station.
- Dates
- 5th September 2025 - 7th September 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Vintage Vehicles
- Location
- Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1HB, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Ribble Steam Railway’s 20th Anniversary Gala
Join us for a weekend of steam action as Ribble Steam Railway marks its 20th anniversary with a special Industrial Steam Gala. A packed programme of locomotives in action promises a great day out for all ages.
- Dates
- 6th September 2025 - 7th September 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Steam Gala.
- Location
- Chain Caul Road, Riversway Docklands, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2PD, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Teddy Bears' Picnic
If you go down to the woods today, you're in for a big surprise...
- Dates
- 6th September 2025 - 7th September 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Children's Event
- Location
- Bitton Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Mixed Traffic Day
Steam, diesel, passenger and goods trains all feature in a busy day of action at the Great Central Railway. Kids travel for just £1.
- Date
- 7th September 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Steam Gala.Diesel GalaDemonstration Goods Workings
- Location
- Great Central Road, Loughborough, LE11 1RW, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Wickham Wednesday
We're offering rides over the full length of our operating line in our superbly restored Wickham Trolley.
- Date
- 10th September 2025
- Event Type(s)
- Location
- Midsomer Norton South Railway Station, Silver Street, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2EY, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Steam Gala
Steam Gala
- Dates
- 12th September 2025 - 14th September 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Steam Gala.
- Location
- Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1HB, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
September Steam Gala - AVLR15
September Steam Gala
- Dates
- 13th September 2025 - 14th September 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
Wickham Wednesday
We're offering rides over the full length of our operating line in our superbly restored Wickham Trolley.
- Date
- 17th September 2025
- Event Type(s)
- Location
- Midsomer Norton South Railway Station, Silver Street, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2EY, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Beer, Cider & Gin Festival
oin us for a diesel running day on Thursday 18th complete with lounge car and real ales, with all 4 bars open from Friday until Sunday. Travel around to all 4 bars using the trains, and keep your eyes peeled for some new features this year!
- Dates
- 18th September 2025 - 21st September 2025
- Event Type(s)
- Location
- Great Central Road, Loughborough, LE11 1RW, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Southern Giants - Steam Gala
An all steam hauled featuring visiting locomotives alongside the home fleet
- Dates
- 19th September 2025 - 21st September 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Steam Gala.
- Location
- Ongar Station, Station Approach, Ongar, Essex, CM5 9BN, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Beer Festival
Join us for a unique festival experience with craft beers, live music, and vintage steam trains at the Bluebell Railway Beer Festival.
- Dates
- 19th September 2025 - 21st September 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Beer / Ale Event
- Location
- Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Real Ale Train
Enjoy a journey through the Essex countryside and enjoy a Real Ale or two!
- Date
- 20th September 2025
- Event Type(s)
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Beer / Ale Event
- Location
- Ongar Station, Station Approach, Ongar, Essex, CM5 9BN, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Steam Back to the Forties
Our famous Forties weekend is back again! Swing back in time for a weekend of live music, stunning classic vehicles, vintage trade stands, historical displays, and wartime fashions, all accompanied by a frequent steam service.
- Dates
- 20th September 2025 - 21st September 2025
- Event Type(s)
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1940s Event
- Location
- Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
- Distance
- 0 away