Experiences
A wide range of experiences are available, for a family day out or to celebrate a special occasion. There is also a wide range of general events such as steam galas, children's events, and themed weekends to explore.
- All
- Drive a Train
- Dining Experience
- Behind the Scenes Access
- Fish & Chips
- Curry Night
- Gin/Beer/Ale Train
- Father Christmas Event
- All Dates
- Mar 2025
- Apr 2025
- May 2025
- Jun 2025
- Jul 2025
- 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
Golden Arrow Evening Dining
Evening silver service dining aboard the Bluebell Railway’s Golden Arrow train.
Bluebell Railway’s Golden Arrow train is the perfect setting for a special meal with friends or an intimate evening for two. With luxurious Pullman Cars Christine, Fingall, and Car 54, the train recreates the fabulous Golden Arrow which once linked London and Paris with the style and panache which made it one of the most glamorous and famous trains in the world. On board you will enjoy fine food and wine served to the standards of yesteryear. This premier dining service includes a three-course meal and travel on a steam-hauled train through the beautiful countryside of the Sussex Weald to East Grinstead. Your journey will last approximately 3 1/2 hours. A cup of tea or coffee at the end of your meal is included in the cost, and all other drinks may be purchased and paid for on the train. All Golden Arrow services begin and end at Sheffield Park Station and the Golden Arrow Dining will depart at 7:00 selected Saturday evenings. Browse the menu and book your tickets here: https://www.bluebell-railway.com/special/golden-arrow-evening-dining-2025/
- Date
- 23rd December 2025
- Event Type
- Dining Experience
- Location
- Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Winter Warmers
GWR Steam Locomotive No.1369 is on hire from South Devon Railway and will be hauling our 1950s period carriages on our Winter Warmer trains in 2024
GWR Pannier Tank No 1369 provided by South Devon Railway will be hauling our steam trains on 28, 29 December 2024, and on New Year's Day 01 January 2025. From the comfort of your reserved seats enjoy the winter panorama of the Chiltern foothills as the scenery gently unfolds and the steam drifts past your window For more information on what you can see en-route please take a look at our Journey Guide. Fares shown below are for one round-trip starting out from Chinnor or Princes Risborough and include online issued out-and-back seat reservations - returning by the next train service shown on the timetable. Adult (16-59 yrs) £15 - online £14; Concession (Senior 60+ yrs or Adult National Railcard holder) £14 - online £13; Adult or Senior Resident (Postcodes OX39 or HP27) £11 - online £10; Accompanied Child 3-15 yrs (Maximum 2 Children per Adult or Senior ticket holder) Kids-for-a-Quid £1; Child 0-2 yrs Free (No ticket required). You can also buy tickets at stations on the day of travel and these offer complete flexibility for travel in our unreserved seats At Chinnor Station Café there's a complimentary cup-of-tea or coffee and a mincepie or biscuit for each ticket holder!
- Dates
- 28th December 2025 - 29th December 2025
- Location
- Station Road, Chinnor, Oxfordshire, OX39 4ER, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Golden Arrow NYE Dining Train
Join Us For A New Year's Eve Like No Other At The Bluebell Railway!
Ring in the New Year with an unforgettable dining experience aboard our beautifully restored and elegant Golden Arrow Dining Service! Step back in time and indulge in a luxurious evening of fine dining, vintage charm, and enchanting scenery as we journey through the wintry Sussex countryside. Book now and don't miss out! Visit https://www.bluebell-railway.com/special/nye-golden-arrow-dining-train/
- Date
- 31st December 2025
- Event Type
- Dining Experience
- Location
- Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Winter Warmers
GWR Steam Locomotive No.1369 is on hire from South Devon Railway and will be hauling our 1950s period carriages on our Winter Warmer trains in 2024
GWR Pannier Tank No 1369 provided by South Devon Railway will be hauling our steam trains on 28, 29 December 2024, and on New Year's Day 01 January 2025. From the comfort of your reserved seats enjoy the winter panorama of the Chiltern foothills as the scenery gently unfolds and the steam drifts past your window For more information on what you can see en-route please take a look at our Journey Guide. Fares shown below are for one round-trip starting out from Chinnor or Princes Risborough and include online issued out-and-back seat reservations - returning by the next train service shown on the timetable. Adult (16-59 yrs) £15 - online £14; Concession (Senior 60+ yrs or Adult National Railcard holder) £14 - online £13; Adult or Senior Resident (Postcodes OX39 or HP27) £11 - online £10; Accompanied Child 3-15 yrs (Maximum 2 Children per Adult or Senior ticket holder) Kids-for-a-Quid £1; Child 0-2 yrs Free (No ticket required). You can also buy tickets at stations on the day of travel and these offer complete flexibility for travel in our unreserved seats At Chinnor Station Café there's a complimentary cup-of-tea or coffee and a mincepie or biscuit for each ticket holder!
- Date
- 1st January 2026
- Location
- Station Road, Chinnor, Oxfordshire, OX39 4ER, GB
- Distance
- 0 away