Step back into the age of steam with a special commemorative steam weekend at Shillingstone Station in North Dorset. A working steam locomotive, traditional traction engines, and plenty to see and do make this an engaging day out for all ages.

A Celebration of the Golden Age of Steam.

Steam Gala

An industrial steam gala at the start and end of the season.

An event to remember the Cadeby Light Railway

An all steam hauled featuring visiting locomotives alongside the home fleet

We are honoured to be supporting Councillor Robert Bettley-Smith and his chosen charity, Papyrus.

Road Meets Rail comes to life at Horsted Keynes station, bringing together road steam and rail steam for a truly unforgettable weekend.

Three railways will operate their Bagnall locos other this bank holiday weekend – and special tickets will be sold allowing a ride on each railway over the bank holiday period. In essence, travel on two railways and the third one is free! What better way to experience three of England’s narrow gauge railways and with a Stafford-built common thread linking it all together

Steam Gala

A festival celebrating steam and heritage diesel locos, including a local beer and cider showcase.

Steam on the Square

Steam Gala

Our traditional autumn railway gala, with the usual format for an Apedale Gala – lots of steam, lots of movements, lots to see!

Intensive train service, plus various attractions and entertainment for all ages.

Join us for our annual Steam Gala. Featuring an intensive timetable, a visiting loco, goods trains and a selection of locally brewed real ales, join us for an unforgettable weekend of steam!

Giants of Steam returns for 2026...

Steam Gala

Enjoy unlimited travel all day on every train including those hauled by special visitors.