Paddington at Didcot
Saturday 23rd July - Meet Paddington Bear - 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
Perfect as usual - I’ve been coming to Didcot for over 10 years. Without fail, it has been a great experience every time. I can’t wait for the next 10 years and after the Pendennis Castle event, I can’t wait to see what the future holds.
I’d recommend Didcot Railway Centre for ANYONE- Adam - April 2022
Latest Information - Tue 28 Jun 2022
Next Steam Days - Weekends & Wednesdays in June
Next Discovery Days - Thursdays & Fridays in June
The Railway Centre is closed on Mondays & Tuesdays in June
What's Next
Steam Days
Weekends and Wednesdays during the Summer - Unlimited steam train rides; 200 years of railway heritage & much more!
Discovery Days
Thursdays and Fridays during the Summer - Explore our 21 acre living museum at leisure and get close to our exhibits
Heritage Diesel Days
September 7, 14, 17/18 - Unlimited diesel train rides, 200 years of railway heritage & plenty to explore
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
Coal Stage conservation update
Water Jetting Complete
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!)
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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