Steam into the 40s
3-5 May - Unlimited steam train rides. Explore our 21 acre living museum and experience 200 years of railway heritage
Living Museum of the Great Western Railway
Welcome to Didcot Railway Centre
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
What's Happening Soon...
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:
Full Calendar
Latest Information - Thu 24 Apr 2025
Buy a Gift and Virgin Experience Vouchers
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:-
April 13, May 10, 24
Next Open Days
Next Steam Days - April 12/13, 16, 18-20
Next Limited Run Days - April 23, 30, May 7
Next Heritage Diesel Days - April 26/27, May 10/11
Next Discovery Days - April 17
Next Special Events
Steam into the 40s - May 3-5
Rivals Reunited - Flying Scotsman and Pendennis Castle - Specified dates 14 May - 1 June (different events on various days)
The Railway Centre is currently Open on weekends and Wednesdays. From 21 May we are also open on Thursdays and Fridays and on Bank Holiday Monday.
Last Admission: 2.30pm on all open days
What's Next
Rivals Reunited – Pendennis Castle & Flying Scotsman - Steam Days
Steam Days on 24-26, 28, 31 May - Pre-booking essential
Rivals Reunited – Pendennis Castle & Flying Scotsman - Display Days
Specified dates between 14 May & 1 June - Pre-booking essential
Rivals Reunited - Pendennis Castle & Flying Scotsman - Footplate Sessions
Specified dates between 14 May & 1 June - Pre-booking essential
Steam Days
Unlimited steam train rides. Explore our 21 acre living museum and experience 200 years of railway heritage
Limited Run Days
Train rides are available for part of the day. Explore our 21 acre living museum and experience 200 years of railway heritage
Heritage Diesel Days
Unlimited diesel train rides. Explore our 21 acre living museum and experience 200 years of railway heritage
Discovery Days
With no trains running, explore our 21 acre living museum at leisure and get close to our exhibits
Plan Your Visit
Getting here, loco roster, 10 things not to miss and accessibility information.
Visitors' Views
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
Latest News
Heritage Fund support for historic Engine Shed restoration
Development funding from The National Lottery Heritage Fund
Steam Legends Unite at Didcot Railway Centre
'Flying Scotsman' and 'Pendennis Castle' Together Again!
Help preserve our unique Grade II listed 1932 Engine Shed for future generations
How you can help to repair the centrepiece of Didcot Railway Centre
Join Us and Get Involved
We have around 4,000 members including over 250 active volunteers who help run the Centre.
The Great Western Society
Didcot Railway Centre is the home of the Great Western Society
Members' Area
Members' Area
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