Unlimited diesel train rides. Explore our 21 acre living museum and experience 200 years of railway heritage
Take unlimited rides behind historic Diesel Locomotives or in our GWR Diesel Railcar (subject to availability) and see many steam locomotives in the original GWR Engine Shed and around the Centre. T
Diesel Locomotives will be operating on at least one of the Centre's two demonstration lines, allowing you to take unlimited rides. Check our Locomotive Roster to see what we expect to be running on the date of your visit.
Children can make tracks to the outdoor play area or dress up as a station master. You can relax over lunch or enjoy a snack in the refreshment rooms and don't forget to pick up a souvenir in the gift shop. The modern trains running past the centre complete the picture and mean you can experience over 180 years of railway progress in just one day.
Please note that we do reserve to right to substitute running of our diesels with steam if demand dictates, so please do check our locomotive roster to see what's running to avoid disappointment.
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