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.
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- Dining Experience
- Fish & Chips
- Murder Mystery
- Drive a Train
- Behind the Scenes Access
- Gin/Beer/Ale Train
- Curry Night
- Father Christmas Event
- All Dates
- Jun 2025
- Jul 2025
- Aug 2025
- Sep 2025
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- Dec 2025
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- Nov 2026
- Dec 2026
Steam Shanty Evening
Climb aboard for a unique evening of live folk music and steam travel through the Cornish countryside. Enjoy the stirring sounds of sea shanties as you ride a heritage train through the twilight.
Step back in time for an atmospheric evening of music and heritage on Bodmin Railway's Steam Shanty Evening. Settle into your seat aboard a historic steam train and enjoy a relaxed journey along the branch line, accompanied by the rich harmonies of The Lemonaires, a well-loved shanty group from Mylor Bridge. Their lively and heartfelt songs, rooted in Cornwall's coastal and industrial history, bring tales of land, sea, and mining to life. Whether you are a seasoned folk enthusiast or simply curious, you are warmly invited to join in the chorus or sit back and soak up the atmosphere. It is an evening of steam, song, and shared spirit that offers something special for all ages.
- Date
- 20th June 2025
- Location
- Bodmin General Station, Harleigh Road, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31 1AQ, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Fish & Chips Lunch
Enjoy a classic meal of freshly battered cod and chips, served on our dining train.
Take your seat in our first-class dining carriage to enjoy a British classic of hearty fish, chips, and mushy peas from our local chippy, served onboard one of our heritage trains. Combining a family favourite with a delightful journey along our railway line, this dining experience promises a lunchtime you won’t forget in a hurry. To finish, indulge in a delicious dessert, and enjoy a drink from our onboard bar, which will be open throughout the trip. Please note: Due to the nature of this dining train, we are unable to accommodate any special dietary requirements.
- Date
- 21st June 2025
- Event Type
- Fish & Chips
- Location
- Bitton Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
The Gin Train
Sit back and savour a variety of premium gins aboard a historic steam train!
Enjoy a unique and exclusive evening gin experience – it’s just the tonic! Our popular gin train features five specially selected local gins served as your steam train makes two journeys from Sheringham to Holt and return. Start the evening with a long gin drink served on arrival, then take your seat in a first class dining carriage ready for departure. A generous mezze board of cold meats and cheeses provides a delicious accompaniment your drinks. You will savour three contrasting gins each served with a mixer and also have the chance to try a tasty homemade cheesecake (infused with gin of course!). A gin liqueur or gin served neat over ice is the perfect way to round off the evening. On many trains, you can meet a producer from one of the local distilleries and there’s also the chance to purchase small bottles as a souvenir and take home a taste of Norfolk. Trains are available to board from 6.00pm, departing at 6.30pm. You will make two return journeys from Sheringham to Holt, arriving back in Sheringham at approximately 9.15pm. Please note this service is not suitable for those under the age of 18. ADVANCE BOOKING ESSENTIAL For further details: https://www.nnrailway.co.uk/portfolio-items/the-gin-train/
- Date
- 21st June 2025
- Event Type
- Dining Experience
- Event Type
- Gin/Beer/Ale Train
- Location
- Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Signalling Experience Day - Bronze/Silver
Take part in the signalling of our regular service trains on selected dates throughout the year!
Come and join us for one of our Signalling Experience Days. This exciting day offers the chance to take part in the signalling of our regular service trains on selected dates throughout the year. BRONZE SIGNALLING EXPERIENCE Under the close supervision of your dedicated box host and signalmen, you will have the opportunity to operate the signal levers which control the points and signals as trains arrive and depart from our Holt terminus station. Your experience day will include an introduction to signalling principles, instruction of signalling techniques and practical signalling experience. Before you attend your experience day, we will send you a copy of our Signalling Principles information guide, so that you can swat up and sound like a pro before you go! Along with a full day experience running between 9am – 5pm participants will receive lunch prepared by the North Norfolk Railway and a certificate of participation, which will be presented at the end of the day. Please note, the course does NOT include overnight accommodation. SILVER SIGNALLING EXPERIENCE Our in – depth ‘SILVER’ Signal Experience weekend will give you a greater insight into the signalling function. On the first day, a dedicated Signalling Inspector, will instruct you on the principles of signalling, followed by visits to all three signal boxes along the line. You will spend the second day in a signalbox, signalling trains supervised by the duty signalman, putting in to practice what you have learned. Please note, the course does NOT include overnight accommodation. ADVANCED BOOKING ESSENTIAL For further details: https://www.nnrailway.co.uk/portfolio-items/signalling-experience-day/
- Date
- 21st June 2025
- Event Type
- Behind the Scenes Access
- Location
- Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Footplate Ride
We’re offering you the chance to go on the footplate and join the crew as they take you on a full round trip of the line.
We’re offering you the chance to go on the footplate and join the crew as they take you on a full round trip of the line. You’ll get to watch what’s involved in operating one of our steam or diesel locomotives, as it hauls today’s passenger service. You’ll need to be physically fit and able to climb up into the cab and be able to stand for the duration of the journey, but you’ll be able to see first hand what it’s like for our volunteer crews. Please note, this is not a full Driver Experience and you wont be driving the train
- Dates
- 21st June 2025 - 22nd June 2025
- Location
- Bitton Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
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
- 21st June 2025
- Event Type
- Dining Experience
- Location
- Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Bluebell Railway Yard Visits
Take a behind-the-scenes tour of The Bluebell Railway!
Join us for an exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Tour at The Bluebell Railway, offering a unique insight into the daily operations, restoration projects, and historic locomotives that keep our heritage railway alive. Your journey begins at Customer Services on Platform 1, where you’ll meet your guide, from there you’ll enjoy: A veranda overview of the yard from the Above Workshop Facility, with an introduction to our work and a great photo opportunity. A guided tour through the AWF facilities, SteamWorks!, and the Running Shed, including a chance to step onto the footplate of accessible locomotives and view static engines. A walk through our workshops, where you’ll see restoration projects in progress from a safe viewing route. A glimpse into the Pattern Room and Oil Store, before exploring locomotives under restoration such as Project 27, Standard Class 2, and the historic Adams Radial. A visit to Atlantic House, where you’ll see Normandy and other key restoration projects. A yard tour, including the pits, coaling facilities and our RO water plant project, plus a trip across the tracks to view the pumphouse. A look inside the Maintenance Shed before heading down the line for a photo opportunity from the head shunt buffers at the southern extremity of the railway. A visit to the Carriage Shed, where locomotives in storage are housed (subject to operational conditions). The tour concludes back at Platform 1, where you’ll have time for questions, a stop at the Bessemer Arms for refreshments, or a visit to the shop before departing.
- Date
- 21st June 2025
- Event Type
- Behind the Scenes Access
- Location
- Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Ploughman's Lunch Dining Train Experience
Enjoy a classic Ploughman's Lunch made with local West Country produce, served at your seat in a 1950s dining carriage as you steam through the scenic valley of the River Dart.
Step aboard the South Devon Limited Restaurant Car for a relaxed dining experience featuring a traditional Ploughman's Lunch. Travel in vintage style behind a heritage locomotive through the picturesque valley of the River Dart, with a generous West Country platter served at your seat. Departing Buckfastleigh at 12:10, the train returns at 13:30, with the experience concluding at 14:00. The lunch features the finest homemade treats and locally sourced produce, including items from the Dart Valley, followed by a freshly prepared dessert to round off your journey. Tickets include your train fare, first class upgrade, all courses of your meal, and unlimited travel on other South Devon Railway public services for the whole day. Drinks are available from the at-seat bar, offering a selection of wines, local ales, ciders, and soft drinks. The Ploughman's Lunch is available on selected dates throughout the year and offers a delicious way to enjoy the charm and scenery of this historic Great Western Railway branch line.
- Date
- 21st June 2025
- Event Type
- Dining Experience
- Location
- The Station, Dart Bridge Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DZ, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Silver Drive a Steam Train Experience
Take control of a GWR steam locomotive in this hands on half day experience. Drive and fire over 14 miles, enjoy time on the footplate, and bring up to four guests to share the journey
Step onto the footplate and discover what it is really like to work a Great Western Railway steam engine. This half day session offers a focused, practical introduction to steam footplate work on the South Devon Railway. Choose a morning or afternoon session and book on at Buckfastleigh at either 0900 or 1245. You will receive a safety briefing and meet your footplate crew before heading out for two round trips along the line, 14 miles in total. There are four participants per session, with two people at a time on the engine, one driving and one firing, while the others travel with the guard and their guests in the train. You will rotate during the session to make sure everyone gets equal time in both roles. Each participant can bring up to four guests to travel in the carriages, giving them a front row seat to your time at the regulator and the shovel. Hot and cold drinks are provided on board for participants, and you will receive a personalised certificate to take home.
- Date
- 21st June 2025
- Location
- The Station, Dart Bridge Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DZ, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Afternoon High Tea
Indulge in a quintessentially British tradition and enjoy a delightful afternoon tea while travelling through the picturesque Avon Valley.
Treat yourself to a quintessentially British tradition and enjoy afternoon tea as you journey through the scenic Avon Valley. You’ll be welcomed onboard with a glass of locally produced Three Choirs sparkling wine, followed by a delightful selection of freshly made sandwiches, warm scones with jam and cream, and an array of dainty cakes. Your experience is perfectly complemented by your choice of Tregothnan teas or freshly brewed coffee.
- Date
- 22nd June 2025
- Event Type
- Dining Experience
- Location
- Bitton Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Sunday Lunch Dining Train Experience
Enjoy a traditional three-course Sunday Lunch served in a beautifully restored British Railways dining carriage, as you travel by steam through the scenic valley of the River Dart.
Step aboard the South Devon Limited Restaurant Car for a unique Sunday Lunch experience, combining heritage steam travel with the best of West Country hospitality. Your journey departs Buckfastleigh at 12:10, with a freshly prepared three-course meal served at your seat as you steam through the beautiful valley of the River Dart. The train returns at 13:30, with the experience concluding at 14:00. The menu features the finest local ingredients, with gluten-free and vegan options available. Choices are selected when booking to ensure a relaxed dining experience on the day. Tickets include your train fare, first class upgrade, all three courses, and unlimited travel on other South Devon Railway public services for the whole day of your visit. Drinks are available from the at-seat bar, offering wines, local ales, ciders, and soft drinks. Sunday Lunch is available on selected Sundays from May to July and from September to November. It’s the perfect way to unwind and indulge while enjoying the timeless charm of heritage railway travel.
- Date
- 22nd June 2025
- Event Type
- Dining Experience
- Location
- The Station, Dart Bridge Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DZ, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Golden Arrow Luncheon
Luncheon 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 dinner 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 Luncheon will begin at 12:25 on selected Sunday afternoons. Browse the menu and book your tickets here: https://www.bluebell-railway.com/special/golden-arrow-luncheon-2025/
- Date
- 22nd June 2025
- Event Type
- Dining Experience
- Location
- Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Afternoon Tea Dining Train Experience
Relax with a traditional Afternoon Tea served at your seat in a heritage dining carriage, as you enjoy a steam-hauled journey through the scenic valley of the River Dart.
Treat yourself to a traditional Afternoon Tea experience aboard the South Devon Limited Restaurant Car. Travel in style behind a heritage locomotive through the beautiful valley of the River Dart while enjoying a delicious selection of sandwiches, savouries, and cakes served at your seat. Departing Buckfastleigh at 15:45, the train returns at 17:00 with the experience concluding at 17:15. The menu is made using fresh, local ingredients, and special dietary requirements can be catered for when specified at the time of booking. Tickets include your train fare, first class upgrade, all elements of your Afternoon Tea, and unlimited travel on other South Devon Railway public services for the day of your visit. Drinks are available to purchase from the at-seat bar, offering wines, local ales, ciders, and soft drinks. Afternoon Tea is available on selected Sundays between March and November. It's the perfect way to unwind and indulge in West Country charm aboard a lovingly restored heritage train.
- Date
- 22nd June 2025
- Event Type
- Dining Experience
- Location
- The Station, Dart Bridge Road, Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11 0DZ, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Premier Lunchtime Dining Trains
Climb aboard a train of historic carriages and enjoy a meal served on the move!
The North Norfolkman luxury dining train runs on selected lunchtimes. Enjoy a complimentary locally-produced drink on arrival – choose from ale, lager, cider or apple juice – all made within the County. Then, relax in the comfort of one of our dining cars built for British Railways in the 1950s or ’60s and boasting restored interiors of varnished wood and a distinctive upholstery moquette that was characteristic of the period. As your train steams gently from Sheringham to Holt and return, enjoy the changing vista of some of the County’s finest countryside coastal views whilst savouring a delicious meal, freshly prepared and cooked onboard. a will be served at your seat by the attentive team of waiters. A glass of house wine, beer or a soft drink to accompany your meal will be served at your table by the team of attentive waiters. The train will make two return journeys so you can enjoy your meal a leisurely pace and steam occasionally drifting past the window, you will be transported briefly back to a time when the pace of life was less hurried. Dining is very popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. Please note this service is not suitable for children under the age of 12. Trains are available to board from 12.00noon, departing at 12.25pm . You will arrive back in Sheringham around 3.10 – 3.30pm. ADVANCE BOOKING ESSENTIAL For further details: https://www.nnrailway.co.uk/portfolio-items/premier-lunch/
- Date
- 24th June 2025
- Event Type
- Dining Experience
- Location
- Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Fish & Chip Trains
A traditional favourite served at your seat aboard the North Norfolk Fryer!
The “Norfolk Fryer†steams out of Sheringham at 6.30pm on many Wednesdays and at 6.00pm on selected summer Fridays. Enjoy an evening out on the railway with Cod and Chips cooked the traditional Sheringham way in beef fat from one of Sheringham’s top chip shops! Gluten free and Vegetarian options are also available; please ring our Bookings office on 01263 820800 for further information. The trains runs from Sheringham to Holt and and back with the return journey taking approximately 90 minutes. Ticket includes travel, fish & chips and a locally-made tub of Ronaldo’s ice cream to finish. A licensed bar is also on board. Dining is very popular, so book early to avoid disappointment. ADVANCE BOOKING ESSENTIAL For further details: https://www.nnrailway.co.uk/portfolio-items/fish-chip-trains/
- Date
- 25th June 2025
- Event Type
- Dining Experience
- Event Type
- Fish & Chips
- Location
- Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Cream Tea on a Steam Train!
Relax and enjoy a traditional cream tea as you travel along the stunning coastal scenery!
Climb aboard a train of historic carriages hauled by one of our beautifully restored steam engines and enjoy a traditional afternoon Cream Tea served on the move. Relax, take in the scenery and savour delicious fruit scones, served with a generous portion of clotted cream, jam and pot of tea followed by a slice of freshly baked, homemade cake. Price includes travel and reserved seats aboard a steam train for the return journey from Sheringham to Holt and back. Trains usually depart from Sheringham station at 3.30pm and arrive back at approximately 4.40pm. ADVANCE BOOKING ESSENTIAL For further details: https://www.nnrailway.co.uk/portfolio-items/cream-tea-train/
- Date
- 26th June 2025
- Event Type
- Dining Experience
- Location
- Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Steam Driver Experience - Bronze
A half-day or evening with an experienced crew aboard the footplate!
Our bronze experience gives you a taste of driving and firing during two return journey over the full length of our picturesque line from Sheringham and Holt. Climb aboard a steam engine (on its own, without a train) and take the controls under the guidance of an experienced crew. You will alternate between driving and firing, spending 11 miles doing each and learning about the workings of the engine and the railway. The bronze experience is offered on several dates throughout the year usually starting at 9.45, 12.45 or 16.45. We are able to accommodate 2 participants on each session. Your experience begins at Sheringham with a welcoming drink and a slice of cake before participants join the driver and fireman on the footplate of the locomotive. At the end of the session each participant is awarded a certificate as a souvenir of the experience. ADVANCED BOOKING ESSENTIAL For further details: https://www.nnrailway.co.uk/portfolio-items/steam-driver-experience-day/
- Date
- 27th June 2025
- Event Type
- Drive a Train
- Location
- Sheringham Station, Station Approach, Sheringham, Norfolk, NR26 8RA, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Golden Arrow Luncheon
Luncheon 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 dinner 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 Luncheon will begin at 12:25 on selected Sunday afternoons. Browse the menu and book your tickets here: https://www.bluebell-railway.com/special/golden-arrow-luncheon-2025/
- Date
- 27th June 2025
- Event Type
- Dining Experience
- Location
- Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
Fish and Chips Supper Trains
Step aboard the Wealden Rambler and prepare for an evening of delicious food, stunning scenery, and timeless charm.
The Fish & Chips Supper Trains combine the best of British tradition with the magic of steam travel, offering a truly unique dining experience. Relax in our beautifully restored heritage carriages as the gentle rhythm of the steam engine takes you on a journey through the picturesque Sussex countryside. As you soak in the views, enjoy a freshly cooked fish and chips supper served to your table, complete with all the classic trimmings. Whether you’re looking for a cosy evening with loved ones, a special celebration, or simply an excuse to indulge, the Wealden Rambler Fish & Chips Supper Trains promise a delightful combination of comfort, flavour, and nostalgia. Book your tickets now! https://www.bluebell-railway.com/special/fish-and-chips-supper-trains/
- Date
- 27th June 2025
- Event Type
- Dining Experience
- Event Type
- Fish & Chips
- Location
- Sheffield Park Station, Sheffield Park, Uckfield, East Sussex, TN22 3QL, GB
- Distance
- 0 away
The Fish and Chip Specials
oin us and Fox & Edwards Events for a steam train journey with a difference - a fish and chips meal to enjoy!
Take in the picturesque scenery on a round trip from Norden station (where there is car parking - postcode BH20 5DW) in a heritage carriage from the 1950s or early 1960s, hauled by a steam locomotive. The trip takes approximately 70 minutes - perfect for getting a good "fill" of nostalgia or celebrating a birthday, anniversary or other special occasions. The fish and chips meal, bottle of water and baked sweet treat (flapjack or biscuits) are served at the half-way point in the journey for the return trip. Alternative meal options are offered for those who prefer not to have fish and these are selected when purchasing tickets. Reviews for other Fox & Edwards Events journeys include: "It was nice to have a bit of nostalgia from childhood memories" "Staff was pleasant and helpful polite, questions through emails was quickly answered fantastic service" ​ "Lovely relaxing day out" "Thank you to all who helped make our day feel really special. We all felt like VIP's. Well done!" We are currently unable to welcome dogs on this trip. Please note that tables are arranged in fours. Groups of two may be seated on the same table as other groups of two. Adult Ticket - £37.50 Child Ticket (Aged 3 to 11) - £24.95 Infant Ticket (Aged 2 and under) - Free Service provided by Fox and Edwards not the Swanage Railway. Swanage Railway does not take nor administer bookings, Swanage Railway gift card cannot be redeemed against this product.
- Date
- 28th June 2025
- Event Type
- Fish & Chips
- Location
- Station House, Railway Station Approach, Swanage, Dorset, BH19 1HB, GB
- Distance
- 0 away