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
  • Demonstration Goods Workings
  • Vintage Vehicles
  • Beer / Ale Event
  • 1940s Event
  • Model Railways Event
  • Miniature Engine Rally
  • Days out with Thomas
  • Halloween Event
  • Illuminated Train
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  • 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
29th August 2025 - 31st August 2025
Summer Steam Gala

Summer Steam Gala

North Norfolk Railway, Sheringham, Norfolk,

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)
Steam Gala.
Location
Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
Distance
0 away
30th August 2025
Fairytale Express

Fairytale Express

Stephenson Steam Railway, North Shields, Tyne & Wear,

Let It Snow Productions presents the Fairytale Express

Date
30th August 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Stephenson Steam Railway, Middle Engine Lane, North Shields, Tyne & Wear, NE29 8DX, GB
Distance
0 away
31st August 2025
Goods Experience Days

Goods Experience Days

Great Central Railway, Loughborough,

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)
Demonstration Goods Workings
Location
Great Central Road, Loughborough, LE11 1RW, GB
Distance
0 away
3rd September 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
3rd September 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Midsomer Norton South Railway Station, Silver Street, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2EY, GB
Distance
0 away
4th September 2025 - 6th September 2025
Autumn Diesel Gala

Autumn Diesel Gala

Great Central Railway, Loughborough,

The annual GCR Autumn Diesel Gala is back: 4th – 6th September!

Dates
4th September 2025 - 6th September 2025
Event Type(s)
Diesel Gala
Location
Great Central Road, Loughborough, LE11 1RW, GB
Distance
0 away
5th September 2025 - 7th September 2025
Diesel Gala

Diesel Gala

Bluebell Railway, Uckfield, East Sussex,

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)
Diesel Gala
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away
5th September 2025 - 7th September 2025
Classic & Steam Vehicle Show

Classic & Steam Vehicle Show

Swanage Railway, Swanage, Dorset,

Held by the Bournemouth and Poole Preservation Club next to Harmans Cross Station.

Dates
5th September 2025 - 7th September 2025
Event Type(s)
Vintage Vehicles
Location
Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1HB, GB
Distance
0 away
6th September 2025 - 7th September 2025
Ribble Steam Railway’s 20th Anniversary Gala

Ribble Steam Railway’s 20th Anniversary Gala

Ribble Steam Railway & Museum, Preston, Lancashire,

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)
Steam Gala.
Location
Chain Caul Road, Riversway Docklands, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2PD, GB
Distance
0 away
6th September 2025 - 7th September 2025
Teddy Bears' Picnic

Teddy Bears' Picnic

Avon Valley Railway, Bitton, Bristol,

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)
Children's Event
Location
Bitton Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD, GB
Distance
0 away
7th September 2025
Mixed Traffic Day

Mixed Traffic Day

Great Central Railway, Loughborough,

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)
Steam Gala.
Diesel Gala
Demonstration Goods Workings
Location
Great Central Road, Loughborough, LE11 1RW, GB
Distance
0 away
10th September 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
10th September 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Midsomer Norton South Railway Station, Silver Street, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2EY, GB
Distance
0 away
12th September 2025 - 14th September 2025
Steam Gala

Steam Gala

Swanage Railway, Swanage, Dorset,
Dates
12th September 2025 - 14th September 2025
Event Type(s)
Steam Gala.
Location
Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1HB, GB
Distance
0 away
13th September 2025 - 14th September 2025
September Steam Gala - AVLR15

September Steam Gala - AVLR15

Apedale Valley Light Railway, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire,

September Steam Gala

Dates
13th September 2025 - 14th September 2025
Event Type(s)
Steam Gala.
Location
Apedale Country Park, Blackbank Road, Knutton, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 6AX, GB
Distance
0 away
17th September 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
17th September 2025
Event Type(s)
Location
Midsomer Norton South Railway Station, Silver Street, Midsomer Norton, BA3 2EY, GB
Distance
0 away
18th September 2025 - 21st September 2025
Beer, Cider & Gin Festival

Beer, Cider & Gin Festival

Great Central Railway, Loughborough,

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
19th September 2025 - 21st September 2025
Southern Giants - Steam Gala

Southern Giants - Steam Gala

Epping Ongar Railway, Ongar, Essex,

An all steam hauled featuring visiting locomotives alongside the home fleet

Dates
19th September 2025 - 21st September 2025
Event Type(s)
Steam Gala.
Location
Ongar Station, Station Approach, Ongar, Essex, CM5 9BN, GB
Distance
0 away
19th September 2025 - 21st September 2025
Beer Festival

Beer Festival

Bluebell Railway, Uckfield, East Sussex,

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)
Beer / Ale Event
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away
20th September 2025
Real Ale Train

Real Ale Train

Epping Ongar Railway, Ongar, Essex,

Enjoy a journey through the Essex countryside and enjoy a Real Ale or two!

Date
20th September 2025
Event Type(s)
Beer / Ale Event
Location
Ongar Station, Station Approach, Ongar, Essex, CM5 9BN, GB
Distance
0 away
20th September 2025 - 21st September 2025
Steam Back to the Forties

Steam Back to the Forties

North Norfolk Railway, Sheringham, Norfolk,

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)
1940s Event
Location
Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
Distance
0 away