Category Archives: Events
Street Art Train
Avon Valley Railway is delighted to announce the latest arrival at Bitton Station – ‘Street Art Train’. Bristol artists ‘Inkie’, ‘Jody’ and ‘Cheo’ have been commissioned to spray paint one side of a heritage railway carriage with street art designs … Continue reading
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Teddy Bears’ Picnic
Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th June Trains depart at 10:45, 12:00, 13:15, 14:30, & 15:45 If you go down to the railway today, you’re in for a big surprise… The teddy bears are coming to Bitton on the 27th & … Continue reading
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Wine Tasting Evening
Redated to 7th August: 7:00 – 8:30 pm Discover rare European wines in a static heritage First Class dining coach – limited to just 30 guests. This intimate event is hosted at Bitton Station (BS30 6HD) combines expert-led wine tasting, … Continue reading
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Festival of Transport
26th and 27th September Avon Valley Railway to host a weekend Festival of Transport at Bitton Station, featuring vintage vehicles, cycles and entertainment. Both Days: Vintage vehicles on display Intensive timetable of steam and heritage diesel train services Heritage bus … Continue reading
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Support Us
The Avon Valley Railway Trust supports the development, maintenance and operation of the historic Avon Valley Railway – Bristol & Bath’s Heritage Railway. From humble beginnings in 1972, volunteers have returned steam and heritage diesel trains to the Avon Valley, with … Continue reading
Farewell Ferrum: Karel’s Last Weekend
Join us on 11 & 12 July as we say farewell to our beloved Polish steam loco, Karel, as it bows out for overhaul. Now at the end of its 10-year boiler ticket, this will be your last opportunity to … Continue reading







