Category Archives: Events

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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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Wine Tasting Evening

19th June: 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, heritage charm, … 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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Bitton Beer Bash

Our beer festival is back for 2026! Join us on the 5th, 6th & 7th June for the return of our much-loved Bitton Beer Bash. Newly revamped for this year, enjoy a fresh selection of beers from breweries all around … Continue reading

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Father’s Day – DADS GO FREE*

Sunday 21st June – Dads Go FREE* on our Steam Trains this Father’s Day. Make this Father’s Day truly unforgettable with a nostalgic steam train journey through the beautiful Avon Valley. On Sunday 21 June, we’re celebrating all the amazing dads … 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

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