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Cotswold Festival of Steam Saturday 23 May to Monday 25 May 2026 Our annual Festival of Steam in The Cotswolds with a wide range of steam locomotives to enjoy! Our annual festival of steam locomotives in the Cotswolds Come along to The Cotswold Festival of Steam 2026 - More details will follow soon, along with further guest locomotive announcements, but here are some highlights to look forward to! Guest Locomotives: 34070 Manston courtesy of Southern Locomotives Ltd Great Eastern Railway No. 229 'Coffeepot' courtesy of The Flour Mill Caledonian Railway '439' Class No. 419, now No. 15189 Home Fleet of Locomotives: 3850 2807 6880 Betton Grange 7903 Foremarke Hall (under overhaul) 35006 Peninsular & Oriental S.N.Co (under overhaul) 7820 Dinmore Manor (under overhaul) 2874 (under overhaul) At Broadway: View progress on our newest station Visit our new shop Browse the Friends of Broadway fundraising shop Broadway station Tea Room open. At Toddington: Battle of Britain Memorial Flight - Further details to come! Locomotive sheds open to view current projects Trade stands including model railway and locomotive owning group stands. Goods train brake van rides - A unique way to experience the line, ride on the brake van for a different view! First come first served, an additional ticket is required, pay on the brake van. Over 16s only.? Visit the Cotswold Halt Café, coffee shop & gift shop Narrow gauge operating steam train rides Visit the GWRT Office - we are open for our visitors to come and talk to us about Membership and Volunteering etc. At Winchcombe: Carriage & Wagon workshops open to view projects Viewing area beyond C&W workshops Griddle & Coffeepot Tea Room Discovery coach and model railway coach. At Gotherington: Private station grounds open specially courtesy of the owners Bryan & Savita Ride on the Pump Trolley or enjoy the Wickham Trolley Enjoy light refreshments or a homemade curry! Good spot for viewing passing trains or to chill out and enjoy a picnic. At Cheltenham Race Course: Original 1912 ticket office open Snacks by Tracks refreshments Goods train brake van rides - A unique way to experience the line, ride on the brake van for a different view! First come first served, an additional ticket is required, pay on the brake van. Over 16s only.
Cotswold Festival of Steam Saturday 23 May to Monday 25 May 2026 Our annual Festival of Steam in The Cotswolds with a wide range of steam locomotives to enjoy! Our annual festival of steam locomotives in the Cotswolds Come along to The Cotswold Festival of Steam 2026 - More details will follow soon, along with further guest locomotive announcements, but here are some highlights to look forward to! Guest Locomotives: 34070 Manston courtesy of Southern Locomotives Ltd Great Eastern Railway No. 229 'Coffeepot' courtesy of The Flour Mill Caledonian Railway '439' Class No. 419, now No. 15189 Home Fleet of Locomotives: 3850 2807 6880 Betton Grange 7903 Foremarke Hall (under overhaul) 35006 Peninsular & Oriental S.N.Co (under overhaul) 7820 Dinmore Manor (under overhaul) 2874 (under overhaul) At Broadway: View progress on our newest station Visit our new shop Browse the Friends of Broadway fundraising shop Broadway station Tea Room open. At Toddington: Battle of Britain Memorial Flight - Further details to come! Locomotive sheds open to view current projects Trade stands including model railway and locomotive owning group stands. Goods train brake van rides - A unique way to experience the line, ride on the brake van for a different view! First come first served, an additional ticket is required, pay on the brake van. Over 16s only.? Visit the Cotswold Halt Café, coffee shop & gift shop Narrow gauge operating steam train rides Visit the GWRT Office - we are open for our visitors to come and talk to us about Membership and Volunteering etc. At Winchcombe: Carriage & Wagon workshops open to view projects Viewing area beyond C&W workshops Griddle & Coffeepot Tea Room Discovery coach and model railway coach. At Gotherington: Private station grounds open specially courtesy of the owners Bryan & Savita Ride on the Pump Trolley or enjoy the Wickham Trolley Enjoy light refreshments or a homemade curry! Good spot for viewing passing trains or to chill out and enjoy a picnic. At Cheltenham Race Course: Original 1912 ticket office open Snacks by Tracks refreshments Goods train brake van rides - A unique way to experience the line, ride on the brake van for a different view! First come first served, an additional ticket is required, pay on the brake van. Over 16s only.
Cotswold Festival of Steam Saturday 23 May to Monday 25 May 2026 Our annual Festival of Steam in The Cotswolds with a wide range of steam locomotives to enjoy! Our annual festival of steam locomotives in the Cotswolds Come along to The Cotswold Festival of Steam 2026 - More details will follow soon, along with further guest locomotive announcements, but here are some highlights to look forward to! Guest Locomotives: 34070 Manston courtesy of Southern Locomotives Ltd Great Eastern Railway No. 229 'Coffeepot' courtesy of The Flour Mill Caledonian Railway '439' Class No. 419, now No. 15189 Home Fleet of Locomotives: 3850 2807 6880 Betton Grange 7903 Foremarke Hall (under overhaul) 35006 Peninsular & Oriental S.N.Co (under overhaul) 7820 Dinmore Manor (under overhaul) 2874 (under overhaul) At Broadway: View progress on our newest station Visit our new shop Browse the Friends of Broadway fundraising shop Broadway station Tea Room open. At Toddington: Battle of Britain Memorial Flight - Further details to come! Locomotive sheds open to view current projects Trade stands including model railway and locomotive owning group stands. Goods train brake van rides - A unique way to experience the line, ride on the brake van for a different view! First come first served, an additional ticket is required, pay on the brake van. Over 16s only.? Visit the Cotswold Halt Café, coffee shop & gift shop Narrow gauge operating steam train rides Visit the GWRT Office - we are open for our visitors to come and talk to us about Membership and Volunteering etc. At Winchcombe: Carriage & Wagon workshops open to view projects Viewing area beyond C&W workshops Griddle & Coffeepot Tea Room Discovery coach and model railway coach. At Gotherington: Private station grounds open specially courtesy of the owners Bryan & Savita Ride on the Pump Trolley or enjoy the Wickham Trolley Enjoy light refreshments or a homemade curry! Good spot for viewing passing trains or to chill out and enjoy a picnic. At Cheltenham Race Course: Original 1912 ticket office open Snacks by Tracks refreshments Goods train brake van rides - A unique way to experience the line, ride on the brake van for a different view! First come first served, an additional ticket is required, pay on the brake van. Over 16s only.
Steam Gala 5th June 2026 - 7th June 2026 A must-see for all fans of steam locomotives, our steam gala returns for 2026. This event will be a rare opportunity to see a former Wallsend workhorse in steam on Tyneside for the first time in over 50 years! ?? We are excited to announce that Peckett & Sons No. 1351 'Lion' will be visiting us for our Steam Gala on 5th-7th June. Built in 1914 for the Royal Arsenal's extensive internal railway system in Woolwich, 'Lion' is the sole surviving example of Peckett's 'E' class. In 1950, she was sold to the Wallsend Slipway and Engineering Company and worked on the quayside by the river Tyne until entering preservation at the Chasewater Railway in 1974. This will be the locomotive's first visit to another railway since returning from overhaul and we are grateful to Lion's owner and the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway for allowing us to return this true Wallsend workhorse to North Tyneside. ??? There will be an intensive timetable of passenger and demonstration freight trains running throughout the weekend including double headers and top and tailed trains. We'll also be joined by an impressive display of classic cars and local history stalls inside the museum.
Railway Gala Day Saturday 6 June 2026 Featuring Steam Hauled Railway
Summer Spectacle of Steam Gala Saturday 6 June and Sunday 7 June 2026
Steam Gala 5th June 2026 - 7th June 2026 A must-see for all fans of steam locomotives, our steam gala returns for 2026. This event will be a rare opportunity to see a former Wallsend workhorse in steam on Tyneside for the first time in over 50 years! ?? We are excited to announce that Peckett & Sons No. 1351 'Lion' will be visiting us for our Steam Gala on 5th-7th June. Built in 1914 for the Royal Arsenal's extensive internal railway system in Woolwich, 'Lion' is the sole surviving example of Peckett's 'E' class. In 1950, she was sold to the Wallsend Slipway and Engineering Company and worked on the quayside by the river Tyne until entering preservation at the Chasewater Railway in 1974. This will be the locomotive's first visit to another railway since returning from overhaul and we are grateful to Lion's owner and the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway for allowing us to return this true Wallsend workhorse to North Tyneside. ??? There will be an intensive timetable of passenger and demonstration freight trains running throughout the weekend including double headers and top and tailed trains. We'll also be joined by an impressive display of classic cars and local history stalls inside the museum.
Summer Spectacle of Steam Gala Saturday 6 June and Sunday 7 June 2026
Steam Gala 5th June 2026 - 7th June 2026 A must-see for all fans of steam locomotives, our steam gala returns for 2026. This event will be a rare opportunity to see a former Wallsend workhorse in steam on Tyneside for the first time in over 50 years! ?? We are excited to announce that Peckett & Sons No. 1351 'Lion' will be visiting us for our Steam Gala on 5th-7th June. Built in 1914 for the Royal Arsenal's extensive internal railway system in Woolwich, 'Lion' is the sole surviving example of Peckett's 'E' class. In 1950, she was sold to the Wallsend Slipway and Engineering Company and worked on the quayside by the river Tyne until entering preservation at the Chasewater Railway in 1974. This will be the locomotive's first visit to another railway since returning from overhaul and we are grateful to Lion's owner and the Lincolnshire Wolds Railway for allowing us to return this true Wallsend workhorse to North Tyneside. ??? There will be an intensive timetable of passenger and demonstration freight trains running throughout the weekend including double headers and top and tailed trains. We'll also be joined by an impressive display of classic cars and local history stalls inside the museum.
Grand Gala Weekend 2026 Saturday 13 June and Sunday 14 June 2026 We're planning the BIGGEST Gala we've ever hosted - including visiting engines on our main railway.
Grand Summer Gala 13th & 14th June 2026 Our biggest event of the year! Our Grand Summer Gala sees the full operational Moors Valley Railway fleet in service, alongside visiting traction engines, classic cars and more.
Grand Gala Weekend 2026 Saturday 13 June and Sunday 14 June 2026 We're planning the BIGGEST Gala we've ever hosted - including visiting engines on our main railway.
Grand Summer Gala 13th & 14th June 2026 Our biggest event of the year! Our Grand Summer Gala sees the full operational Moors Valley Railway fleet in service, alongside visiting traction engines, classic cars and more.
Legends of Industry Gala 19th, 20th & 21st June 2026 Celebrate Industrial Railway Heritage at its Finest! Join us this June for the Legends of Industry Gala, one of the premier industrial railway events in the calendar. Taking place on the 19th, 20th & 21st June 2026, this spectacular event is a must-see for railway enthusiasts and families alike. Join us for an unforgettable weekend as we showcase a visiting locomotive, Victorian carriages, demonstration freight trains and an intensive timetable that will bring steam train travel to life. Whether you're a railway enthusiast, history lover, or simply looking for a fun family day out, there's something for everyone to enjoy! Event Highlights Immerse yourself in the golden age of industrial railways with: SIX home fleet steam locomotives operating alongside guest star. (subject to availability). An intensive train timetable, providing non-stop action across the weekend. Arts and craft activities for little ones. Stunning photographic opportunities at historic sites like Marley Hill engine shed and Causey Arch. Join one of our knowledgeable guides on a tour of Marley Hill Engine Shed.
Extreme Steam Extravaganza Mid-Summer Gala Friday 19 June to Sunday 21 June 2026
Legends of Industry Gala 19th, 20th & 21st June 2026 Celebrate Industrial Railway Heritage at its Finest! Join us this June for the Legends of Industry Gala, one of the premier industrial railway events in the calendar. Taking place on the 19th, 20th & 21st June 2026, this spectacular event is a must-see for railway enthusiasts and families alike. Join us for an unforgettable weekend as we showcase a visiting locomotive, Victorian carriages, demonstration freight trains and an intensive timetable that will bring steam train travel to life. Whether you're a railway enthusiast, history lover, or simply looking for a fun family day out, there's something for everyone to enjoy! Event Highlights Immerse yourself in the golden age of industrial railways with: SIX home fleet steam locomotives operating alongside guest star. (subject to availability). An intensive train timetable, providing non-stop action across the weekend. Arts and craft activities for little ones. Stunning photographic opportunities at historic sites like Marley Hill engine shed and Causey Arch. Join one of our knowledgeable guides on a tour of Marley Hill Engine Shed.
Extreme Steam Extravaganza Mid-Summer Gala Friday 19 June to Sunday 21 June 2026
Legends of Industry Gala 19th, 20th & 21st June 2026 Celebrate Industrial Railway Heritage at its Finest! Join us this June for the Legends of Industry Gala, one of the premier industrial railway events in the calendar. Taking place on the 19th, 20th & 21st June 2026, this spectacular event is a must-see for railway enthusiasts and families alike. Join us for an unforgettable weekend as we showcase a visiting locomotive, Victorian carriages, demonstration freight trains and an intensive timetable that will bring steam train travel to life. Whether you're a railway enthusiast, history lover, or simply looking for a fun family day out, there's something for everyone to enjoy! Event Highlights Immerse yourself in the golden age of industrial railways with: SIX home fleet steam locomotives operating alongside guest star. (subject to availability). An intensive train timetable, providing non-stop action across the weekend. Arts and craft activities for little ones. Stunning photographic opportunities at historic sites like Marley Hill engine shed and Causey Arch. Join one of our knowledgeable guides on a tour of Marley Hill Engine Shed.
Extreme Steam Extravaganza Mid-Summer Gala Friday 19 June to Sunday 21 June 2026
Steam Gala Friday 26 June to Sunday 28 June 2026
Steam Gala Saturday 27 June and Sunday 28 June 2026 Celebrate the return to traffic of our Austerity 0-6-0 Saddle Tank 2766 with us. Expect passenger and goods trains hauled by 2766 and 5552 and maybe Judy will make an appearance too. Details to be confirmed nearer the time.
Steam Gala Friday 26 June to Sunday 28 June 2026
Steam Gala Saturday 27 June and Sunday 28 June 2026 Celebrate the return to traffic of our Austerity 0-6-0 Saddle Tank 2766 with us. Expect passenger and goods trains hauled by 2766 and 5552 and maybe Judy will make an appearance too. Details to be confirmed nearer the time.
Steam Gala Friday 26 June to Sunday 28 June 2026
Rail Gala Saturday 18 July and Sunday 19 July 2026
Rail Gala Saturday 18 July and Sunday 19 July 2026
40th Anniversary Gala 25th & 26th July 2026 2026 marks 40 years since the opening of Moors Valley Railway and we are planning a very special event to celebrate.
40th Anniversary Gala 25th & 26th July 2026 2026 marks 40 years since the opening of Moors Valley Railway and we are planning a very special event to celebrate.
August Steam Gala 29th - 31st August 2026 This year's gala will feature all available operational locomotives from our fleet, operating our intensive Pink Timetable throughout the event. We'll also be running some freight services between Llanuwchllyn and Llangower using slate wagons from our extensive historic collection. At Llangower, we will be undertaking a special shunting manoeuvre to allow two passengers trains to pass while the freight is also at the station. The features for the August gala will include the following: All available locos in steam Frequent passenger services Demonstration freight trains Some trains double-headed Miniature railway in operation at Llanuwchllyn Heritage bus services running between Bala station and the town See our gallery pages for more pictures from previous years events. Rover tickets will be available closer to the event. Note: Discounted fare options (e.g. Heritage Railway Association, BLRS and TRPS) will not be available for this event.
August Steam Gala 29th - 31st August 2026 This year's gala will feature all available operational locomotives from our fleet, operating our intensive Pink Timetable throughout the event. We'll also be running some freight services between Llanuwchllyn and Llangower using slate wagons from our extensive historic collection. At Llangower, we will be undertaking a special shunting manoeuvre to allow two passengers trains to pass while the freight is also at the station. The features for the August gala will include the following: All available locos in steam Frequent passenger services Demonstration freight trains Some trains double-headed Miniature railway in operation at Llanuwchllyn Heritage bus services running between Bala station and the town See our gallery pages for more pictures from previous years events. Rover tickets will be available closer to the event. Note: Discounted fare options (e.g. Heritage Railway Association, BLRS and TRPS) will not be available for this event.
Steam Gala Sunday 30 August and Monday 31 August 2026
Steam Gala Sunday 30 August and Monday 31 August 2026
August Steam Gala 29th - 31st August 2026 This year's gala will feature all available operational locomotives from our fleet, operating our intensive Pink Timetable throughout the event. We'll also be running some freight services between Llanuwchllyn and Llangower using slate wagons from our extensive historic collection. At Llangower, we will be undertaking a special shunting manoeuvre to allow two passengers trains to pass while the freight is also at the station. The features for the August gala will include the following: All available locos in steam Frequent passenger services Demonstration freight trains Some trains double-headed Miniature railway in operation at Llanuwchllyn Heritage bus services running between Bala station and the town See our gallery pages for more pictures from previous years events. Rover tickets will be available closer to the event. Note: Discounted fare options (e.g. Heritage Railway Association, BLRS and TRPS) will not be available for this event.
Steam & Diesel Gala (plus Garden Railway Show) Friday 4 September to Sunday 6 September 2026 Our annual celebration. Intensive train timetable, road steam, vintage vehicles, model railway exhibition, and lots more to explore. Includes Garden Railway Show at Llanfair Leisure Centre More info and tickets coming soon.
Steam & Diesel Gala (plus Garden Railway Show) Friday 4 September to Sunday 6 September 2026 Our annual celebration. Intensive train timetable, road steam, vintage vehicles, model railway exhibition, and lots more to explore. Includes Garden Railway Show at Llanfair Leisure Centre More info and tickets coming soon.
September Steam Spectacular 5th & 6th September 2026 Our new September Steam Spectacular features intensive passenger and freight services, 8 locomotives in steam (subject to availability), behind the scenes tours and much more. Buy your Gala Rover on the day to enjoy all attractions (excludes Driver for a Fiver).
Steam & Diesel Gala (plus Garden Railway Show) Friday 4 September to Sunday 6 September 2026 Our annual celebration. Intensive train timetable, road steam, vintage vehicles, model railway exhibition, and lots more to explore. Includes Garden Railway Show at Llanfair Leisure Centre More info and tickets coming soon.
September Steam Spectacular 5th & 6th September 2026 Our new September Steam Spectacular features intensive passenger and freight services, 8 locomotives in steam (subject to availability), behind the scenes tours and much more. Buy your Gala Rover on the day to enjoy all attractions (excludes Driver for a Fiver).
Autumn Steam Gala 11-13 September 2026 Join us for a multi engine event, with tours of some of our normally closed areas Buy tickets We're yet to announce what will join us for our steam gala this year, but no doubt we will have something special for you in due course! Check back to see what we have coming soon! Join us for an exciting weekend and celebrate steam with this multi-engine event. See autotrain operations, freight trains, shunting demonstrations, plus tours of our workshop areas, usually closed to the public. See some of the features of our site in operation, including our signal box, traverser, turntable and coal stage. This is a great way to travel back in time to the golden age of the Great Western Railway and savour the sights, sounds and smells of steam as you explore this 24-acre living museum with trains dating from Victorian times to the 1960s. Steam trains will be operating on both 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.
Super Power Weekend Friday 11 September to Sunday 13 September 2026
Autumn Steam Gala 11-13 September 2026 Join us for a multi engine event, with tours of some of our normally closed areas Buy tickets We're yet to announce what will join us for our steam gala this year, but no doubt we will have something special for you in due course! Check back to see what we have coming soon! Join us for an exciting weekend and celebrate steam with this multi-engine event. See autotrain operations, freight trains, shunting demonstrations, plus tours of our workshop areas, usually closed to the public. See some of the features of our site in operation, including our signal box, traverser, turntable and coal stage. This is a great way to travel back in time to the golden age of the Great Western Railway and savour the sights, sounds and smells of steam as you explore this 24-acre living museum with trains dating from Victorian times to the 1960s. Steam trains will be operating on both 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.
Super Power Weekend Friday 11 September to Sunday 13 September 2026
Autumn Steam Gala 11-13 September 2026 Join us for a multi engine event, with tours of some of our normally closed areas Buy tickets We're yet to announce what will join us for our steam gala this year, but no doubt we will have something special for you in due course! Check back to see what we have coming soon! Join us for an exciting weekend and celebrate steam with this multi-engine event. See autotrain operations, freight trains, shunting demonstrations, plus tours of our workshop areas, usually closed to the public. See some of the features of our site in operation, including our signal box, traverser, turntable and coal stage. This is a great way to travel back in time to the golden age of the Great Western Railway and savour the sights, sounds and smells of steam as you explore this 24-acre living museum with trains dating from Victorian times to the 1960s. Steam trains will be operating on both 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.
Super Power Weekend Friday 11 September to Sunday 13 September 2026
September Railway Gala September 19th @ 11:30 am - September 20th 2026 @ 4:00 pm Our traditional autumn railway gala, with the usual format for an Apedale Gala - lots of steam, lots of movements, lots to see! Full details will be announced later in 2026 - but just mark this one in your diary! HRA passes will not be valid. Trains will run from 1130 until 1600 on both days.
September Railway Gala September 19th @ 11:30 am - September 20th 2026 @ 4:00 pm Our traditional autumn railway gala, with the usual format for an Apedale Gala - lots of steam, lots of movements, lots to see! Full details will be announced later in 2026 - but just mark this one in your diary! HRA passes will not be valid. Trains will run from 1130 until 1600 on both days.
Autumn Steam Weekend Friday 25th September - Sunday 27th September 2026 Join us as the much-loved Autumn Steam Weekend returns to mark a special milestone ? 50 years of the WSR in preservation. We're delighted to welcome an exciting lineup of visiting and home fleet locomotives, making this a must-see event for steam enthusiasts and families alike. Across all three days, an intensive timetable will keep the action moving, giving you plenty of opportunities to explore our beautifully preserved stations, ride behind iconic engines, and take in the stunning autumn scenery along England's longest heritage railway. From the rolling Quantock Hills to the Somerset coast, trains will be running from early morning into the evening. The whole railway comes alive for the weekend, with museums, heritage displays, and model railways open throughout ? perfect for visitors of all ages. And with steam engines against a backdrop of autumn colour, don't forget your camera! Ticket information: Advance ticket sales close at 10am the day before travel to allow time for preparations. After this point, tickets will need to be purchased on the day at one of our booking offices.
Industrial Steam of South Wales II Gala Friday 25th / Saturday 26th / Sunday 27th September 2026 Our Steam Gala returns for 2026. The only steam gala in South Wales this year. ?This year sees our second Industrial Steam of South Wales Gala, the last having taken place 15 years ago in 2011. Join us for three incredible days of steam power in the Eastern Valley of Wales, at the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Expect to hear the engines working hard as they power up our steep gradients. An intensive timetable will be in operation with both passenger and demonstration freight trains operating. This year's line up will feature locomotives that originally worked in South Wales. Stay tuned? trust us, you won't want to miss this one. We hope to announce our first visiting locomotive for this year's event soon. Save 10% by booking online in advance before the day of travel. Not available on the day or at the ticket office.
Autumn Steam Weekend Friday 25th September - Sunday 27th September 2026 Join us as the much-loved Autumn Steam Weekend returns to mark a special milestone ? 50 years of the WSR in preservation. We're delighted to welcome an exciting lineup of visiting and home fleet locomotives, making this a must-see event for steam enthusiasts and families alike. Across all three days, an intensive timetable will keep the action moving, giving you plenty of opportunities to explore our beautifully preserved stations, ride behind iconic engines, and take in the stunning autumn scenery along England's longest heritage railway. From the rolling Quantock Hills to the Somerset coast, trains will be running from early morning into the evening. The whole railway comes alive for the weekend, with museums, heritage displays, and model railways open throughout ? perfect for visitors of all ages. And with steam engines against a backdrop of autumn colour, don't forget your camera! Ticket information: Advance ticket sales close at 10am the day before travel to allow time for preparations. After this point, tickets will need to be purchased on the day at one of our booking offices.
Autumn Gala Saturday 26 September and Sunday 27 September 2026
Gala Weekend Saturday 26 September and Sunday 27 September 2026
Industrial Steam of South Wales II Gala Friday 25th / Saturday 26th / Sunday 27th September 2026 Our Steam Gala returns for 2026. The only steam gala in South Wales this year. ?This year sees our second Industrial Steam of South Wales Gala, the last having taken place 15 years ago in 2011. Join us for three incredible days of steam power in the Eastern Valley of Wales, at the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Expect to hear the engines working hard as they power up our steep gradients. An intensive timetable will be in operation with both passenger and demonstration freight trains operating. This year's line up will feature locomotives that originally worked in South Wales. Stay tuned? trust us, you won't want to miss this one. We hope to announce our first visiting locomotive for this year's event soon. Save 10% by booking online in advance before the day of travel. Not available on the day or at the ticket office.
Autumn Steam Weekend Friday 25th September - Sunday 27th September 2026 Join us as the much-loved Autumn Steam Weekend returns to mark a special milestone ? 50 years of the WSR in preservation. We're delighted to welcome an exciting lineup of visiting and home fleet locomotives, making this a must-see event for steam enthusiasts and families alike. Across all three days, an intensive timetable will keep the action moving, giving you plenty of opportunities to explore our beautifully preserved stations, ride behind iconic engines, and take in the stunning autumn scenery along England's longest heritage railway. From the rolling Quantock Hills to the Somerset coast, trains will be running from early morning into the evening. The whole railway comes alive for the weekend, with museums, heritage displays, and model railways open throughout ? perfect for visitors of all ages. And with steam engines against a backdrop of autumn colour, don't forget your camera! Ticket information: Advance ticket sales close at 10am the day before travel to allow time for preparations. After this point, tickets will need to be purchased on the day at one of our booking offices.
Autumn Gala Saturday 26 September and Sunday 27 September 2026
Gala Weekend Saturday 26 September and Sunday 27 September 2026
Industrial Steam of South Wales II Gala Friday 25th / Saturday 26th / Sunday 27th September 2026 Our Steam Gala returns for 2026. The only steam gala in South Wales this year. ?This year sees our second Industrial Steam of South Wales Gala, the last having taken place 15 years ago in 2011. Join us for three incredible days of steam power in the Eastern Valley of Wales, at the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Expect to hear the engines working hard as they power up our steep gradients. An intensive timetable will be in operation with both passenger and demonstration freight trains operating. This year's line up will feature locomotives that originally worked in South Wales. Stay tuned? trust us, you won't want to miss this one. We hope to announce our first visiting locomotive for this year's event soon. Save 10% by booking online in advance before the day of travel. Not available on the day or at the ticket office.
Autumn Steam Gala Friday 2 October to Sunday 4 October 2026
Autumn Steam Gala Friday 2 October to Sunday 4 October 2026
Autumn Steam Gala Friday 2 October to Sunday 4 October 2026