Paddington at Didcot
14 June - Meet Paddington™ at Didcot Railway Centre (Also on 16 August)
Explore the unique collection of Great Western Railway steam locomotives, carriages, wagons, buildings and small artefacts at our 21 acre living museum set around the original 1932 Engine Shed
We are completely closed on days with a white or grey background and open only on days with a brightly coloured block.
For a full schedule of events see our calendar page:
Buy a Gift and Virgin Experience Vouchers can be used on yellow or purple days on our calendar. To visit using your voucher please email us with the voucher code, the date you'd like to visit and a contact number and we will send you an email confirmation.
Swindon Panel
Swindon Panel will be open on the following dates:-
June 15, 21, 28
Next Special Events
Next Open Days
Next Steam Days - June 7/8, 21/22. 28/29
Next Limited Run Days - June 4, 11. 18. 25
Next Discovery Days - June 5/6, 12/13, 19/20, 26/27
The Railway Centre is currently Open from Wednesday to Sunday.
Last Admission: 2.30pm on all open days
14 June - Meet Paddington™ at Didcot Railway Centre (Also on 16 August)
15 June - Why not treat Dad this Father's Day - bring him along to Didcot Railway Centre for that little extra?
5/6 July - A hands-on, family-friendly event introducing children to the world of steam locomotives - Pre-booking essential
27, 30/31 August 2025 - The Railway Children – Live at Didcot Railway Centre
30/31 August - Do you love the brick? Come and celebrate the world's most popular building brick and delight in the displays
Unlimited steam train rides. Explore our 21 acre living museum and experience 200 years of railway heritage
Train rides are available for part of the day. Explore our 21 acre living museum and experience 200 years of railway heritage
With no trains running, explore our 21 acre living museum at leisure and get close to our exhibits
Getting here, loco roster, 10 things not to miss and accessibility information.
A day of steam and dreams, enjoying the magic of our railway history - Really worth a visit. Lovely surroundings. Many trains and other interesting departments to visit. Friendly service. Good food. Clean toilet facilities. We had gorgeous weather that gave us the chance to sit outside beside rose bushes or on the grass in the picnic area, when we needed a break. The smaller children's play area is extremely impressive. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole day. Trains, games and education. All in one package. It will certainly be a wonderful experience for the younger generation to spend time and energy to assist in the creation the construction of such an important historical part of our history. Many more helpful hands will surely be most welcome to help this wonderful organization able to thrive.
- VEEKAYChichester - August 2024
Development funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund
'Flying Scotsman' and 'Pendennis Castle' Together Again!
How you can help to repair the centrepiece of Didcot Railway Centre
We have around 4,000 members including over 250 active volunteers who help run the Centre.
Didcot Railway Centre is the home of the Great Western Society
Members' Area
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