Spring Steam Days
May 21, 28/29 and weekends in June - Unlimited steam train rides; 200 years of railway heritage & much more!
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
The best of yesterday, history presented at its finest - A wonderful step back in time. Plenty of space to move around and see exhibits, everyone is friendly (including the steam engines). You really can't go wrong if you have a day out here. There is a good guidebook which helps in seeing much that is there, complete with detail and style. A great gift shop and a great cuppa made the day even better. This was my first time there, and on the basis of my first visit, I very much wish to visit again.
- Elizabeth E - July 2020
Latest Information - Fri 27 May 2022
Next Steam Days - May 28/29, June 2-5
Next Discovery Days - Wednesdays in May and on Jun 1
The Railway Centre is open only on Weekends, Wednesdays and Bank Holidays in May
What's Next
Discovery Days
Wednesdays in May and June 1 - Why not explore our 21 acre living museum at your leisure and get close up to our exhibits?
Jubilee Bank Holiday Steam Days
June 2-5 - See our own 'Royal Family' including two 'Kings' and two 'Castles'
Plan Your Visit
Getting here, loco roster, 10 things not to miss and accessibility information.
Calendar
Dates of all running days, discovery days and events are on our calendar
Latest News
New Old Coach for Didcot Railway Centre
We are pleased to have taken delivery of GWR Coach No. 820
Multiple Awards at the Heritage Railway Association ceremony
Two significant awards (and a runner-up!)
Coal Stage Conservation and Repairs Begin
Scaffolding surrounds the 1932 structure
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
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