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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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
5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025
Peppa Pig

Peppa Pig

Swanage Railway, Swanage, Dorset,
Dates
5th July 2025 - 6th July 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's 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
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
2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025
Wallace & Gromit: Time For Tea (Fox & Edwards Events)

Wallace & Gromit: Time For Tea (Fox & Edwards Events)

Great Central Railway, Loughborough,

Step on-board for a terrific family journey, complete with a delicious Wallace & Gromit themed afternoon tea, officially licensed by Aardman. This event is run by our friends at Fox & Edwards.

Dates
2nd August 2025 - 3rd August 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Great Central Road, Loughborough, LE11 1RW, 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
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
9th August 2025 - 10th August 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
9th August 2025 - 10th August 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Apedale Country Park, Blackbank Road, Knutton, Newcastle under Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 6AX, 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
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
27th September 2025 - 28th September 2025
Paddington â„¢

Paddington â„¢

Swanage Railway, Swanage, Dorset,

Paddington â„¢

Dates
27th September 2025 - 28th September 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1HB, GB
Distance
0 away
28th September 2025
Bingo Visits RSR

Bingo Visits RSR

Ribble Steam Railway & Museum, Preston, Lancashire,

Bingo Visits RSR

Date
28th September 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Chain Caul Road, Riversway Docklands, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2PD, GB
Distance
0 away
25th October 2025 - 2nd November 2025
Kids Go Free October Half Term

Kids Go Free October Half Term

Bure Valley Railway, Aylsham, Norfolk,

KIDS GO FREE! Free travel for every child with a full fare-paying adult. Max 2 children (0-15 years) per adult.

Dates
25th October 2025 - 2nd November 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW, GB
Distance
0 away
26th October 2025
Halloween Specials - 143612

Halloween Specials - 143612

Llanelli & Mynydd Mawr Railway, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire,

Halloween Specials - 143612

Date
26th October 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Halloween Event
Location
Site of the former Cynheidre Colliery, Cynheidre, Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, SA15 5DQ, GB
Distance
0 away
6th December 2025 - 7th December 2025
Santa Specials

Santa Specials

Bluebell Railway, Uckfield, East Sussex,

After our successful season last year, we aim to give you another wonderful festive experience with all the traditional sights, sounds and aromas of Christmas

Dates
6th December 2025 - 7th December 2025
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away
13th December 2025 - 14th December 2025
Santa Specials

Santa Specials

Bluebell Railway, Uckfield, East Sussex,

After our successful season last year, we aim to give you another wonderful festive experience with all the traditional sights, sounds and aromas of Christmas

Dates
13th December 2025 - 14th December 2025
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away
20th December 2025 - 24th December 2025
Santa Specials

Santa Specials

Bluebell Railway, Uckfield, East Sussex,

After our successful season last year, we aim to give you another wonderful festive experience with all the traditional sights, sounds and aromas of Christmas

Dates
20th December 2025 - 24th December 2025
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away