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    Welcome to The Avon Valley Railway

    Opened in 1869 by the Midland Railway as a through-route between Birmingham and the South Coast the line was later linked to the iconic Somerset & Dorset Railway. Closed under the Beeching Axe of the 1960's the Avon Valley Railway was preserved by an enthusiastic group of volunteers. Today, 50 years on, three miles of track has been re-laid, locomotives and carriages restored, and the sound of steam can once again be heard along the Avon Valley.

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    • October Half Term

      There's fun for all the family this half term.Experience the Magic Train, board the Pick-a-Pumpkin Express or simply enjoy a half-price ride along...

      15th September 2026

    • Sunday Lunch is back!

      8th & 15th November (dates now available)Our highly-popular traditional Sunday roast is available most Sundays throughout the year in our popu...

      19th January 2024

    • Santa Specials

      Tickets for our Santa Special 2026 are now on sale! Join us at the Avon Valley Railway to make unforgettable Christmas memories onboard our 2026 Sant...

      15th July 2026

    • 'Fit For The Future' Appeal

      The Avon Valley Railway has always been Bristol & Bath’s Heritage Railway, providing a heritage visitor attraction for all of the community. Ho...

      01st May 2026

    • Support Us

      The Avon Valley Railway Trust supports the development, maintenance and operation of the historic Avon Valley Railway - Bristol & Bath’s Herita...

      19th December 2025

    • DATA PROTECTION

      Data ProtectionTo process our online bookings we use a third-party ticketing provider called QuayTickets which is the trading name of The Lowry Ce...

      24th May 2018