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
  • Children's Event
  • Illuminated Train
  • Christmas Event
  • Diesel Gala
  • Steam Gala.
  • Days out with Thomas
  • Demonstration Goods Workings
  • Vintage Vehicles
  • Beer / Ale Event
  • Model Railways Event
  • 1940s Event
  • Halloween Event
  • All Dates
  • Nov 2024
  • Dec 2024
  • Jan 2025
  • Feb 2025
  • Mar 2025
  • Apr 2025
  • May 2025
  • Jun 2025
  • Jul 2025
  • Aug 2025
  • Sep 2025
  • Oct 2025
  • Nov 2025
  • Dec 2025
9th November 2024 - 10th November 2024
A Journey through Time and Light

A Journey through Time and Light

National Tramway Museum, Crich, Matlock, Derbyshire,

During the safternoon step back to a Victorian inspired setting, then as dusk falls the main street lights will come on and the site is transformed into a special place with illuminated trams and entertainers.

Dates
9th November 2024 - 10th November 2024
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Illuminated Train
Location
The National Tramway Museum, Crich Tramway Village, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 5DP, GB
Distance
0 away
23rd November 2024
RH&DR Santa Specials

RH&DR Santa Specials

Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, New Romney, Kent,

The Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway has been running its popular Santa Specials since 1981. Although a lot has changed in the past 40 years the core of the experience remains the same – steam trains and Santa Claus!

Date
23rd November 2024
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
New Romney Station, Littlestone Road, New Romney, Kent, TN28 8PL, GB
Distance
0 away
30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024
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
30th November 2024 - 1st December 2024
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away
1st December 2024
RH&DR Santa Specials

RH&DR Santa Specials

Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway, New Romney, Kent,

The Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway has been running its popular Santa Specials since 1981. Although a lot has changed in the past 40 years the core of the experience remains the same – steam trains and Santa Claus!

Date
1st December 2024
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
New Romney Station, Littlestone Road, New Romney, Kent, TN28 8PL, GB
Distance
0 away
7th December 2024 - 8th December 2024
Santa Special

Santa Special

Moors Valley Railway, Ringwood, Dorset,

This festive season, step aboard one of our Santa Specials & be transported to a Winter Wonderland!

Dates
7th December 2024 - 8th December 2024
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
Moors Valley Country Park, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Ringwood, Dorset, BH24 2ET, GB
Distance
0 away
7th December 2024 - 8th December 2024
Santa Specials

Santa Specials

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway, Llanfair Caereinion, Powys,

Festive fun and wintery steam train trips with Father Christmas!

Dates
7th December 2024 - 8th December 2024
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
The Station, Pool Road, Llanfair Caereinion, Powys, SY21 0SF, GB
Distance
0 away
7th December 2024 - 8th December 2024
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
7th December 2024 - 8th December 2024
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away
14th December 2024 - 15th December 2024
Santa Special

Santa Special

Moors Valley Railway, Ringwood, Dorset,

This festive season, step aboard one of our Santa Specials & be transported to a Winter Wonderland!

Dates
14th December 2024 - 15th December 2024
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
Moors Valley Country Park, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Ringwood, Dorset, BH24 2ET, GB
Distance
0 away
14th December 2024 - 16th December 2024
Santa Specials

Santa Specials

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway, Llanfair Caereinion, Powys,

Festive fun and wintery steam train trips with Father Christmas!

Dates
14th December 2024 - 16th December 2024
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
The Station, Pool Road, Llanfair Caereinion, Powys, SY21 0SF, GB
Distance
0 away
14th December 2024 - 15th December 2024
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
14th December 2024 - 15th December 2024
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away
21st December 2024 - 22nd December 2024
Santa Special

Santa Special

Moors Valley Railway, Ringwood, Dorset,

This festive season, step aboard one of our Santa Specials & be transported to a Winter Wonderland!

Dates
21st December 2024 - 22nd December 2024
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
Moors Valley Country Park, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Ringwood, Dorset, BH24 2ET, GB
Distance
0 away
21st December 2024 - 23rd December 2024
Santa Specials

Santa Specials

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway, Llanfair Caereinion, Powys,

Festive fun and wintery steam train trips with Father Christmas!

Dates
21st December 2024 - 23rd December 2024
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
The Station, Pool Road, Llanfair Caereinion, Powys, SY21 0SF, GB
Distance
0 away
21st December 2024 - 24th December 2024
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
21st December 2024 - 24th December 2024
Event Type(s)
Christmas Event
Children's Event
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away
15th February 2025 - 23rd February 2025
Teddy Bear Express

Teddy Bear Express

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
15th February 2025 - 23rd February 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW, GB
Distance
0 away
15th February 2025 - 23rd February 2025
Bluebell On Ice

Bluebell On Ice

Bluebell Railway, Uckfield, East Sussex,

Fire and Ice! Come Ice Skating on real ice at Sheffield Park Station in the unique and amazing location of the Locomotive Shed.

Dates
15th February 2025 - 23rd February 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
Distance
0 away
5th April 2025 - 21st April 2025
Easter Eggspress

Easter Eggspress

Bure Valley Railway, Aylsham, Norfolk,

Free Easter Egg for every child on completion of Easter Trail

Dates
5th April 2025 - 21st April 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Aylsham Station, Norwich Road, Aylsham, Norfolk, NR11 6BW, GB
Distance
0 away
5th April 2025 - 6th April 2025
WACKADOO! Bluey is visiting Swanage Railway!

WACKADOO! Bluey is visiting Swanage Railway!

Swanage Railway, Swanage, Dorset,

WACKADOO! Bluey is visiting Swanage Railway!

Dates
5th April 2025 - 6th April 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1HB, GB
Distance
0 away
20th April 2025 - 21st April 2025
Easter Egg Specials

Easter Egg Specials

Northampton & Lamport Railway, Chapel Brampton, NORTHAMPTON,

Easter Egg Specials

Dates
20th April 2025 - 21st April 2025
Event Type(s)
Children's Event
Location
Pitsford & Brampton Station, Pitsford Road, Chapel Brampton, NORTHAMPTON, NN6 8BA, 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
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