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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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    • Easter Events

      Step into spring and celebrate the Easter school holidays!Enjoy a magical day out for the whole family at Avon Valley Railway. With steam train ri...

      26th March 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

    • Bounce Back Appeal

      The Avon Valley Railway is launching a Bounce Back appeal following the discovery of what looks like fraudulent activity by a former employee.For ...

      04th March 2025

    • Sunday Lunch is back!

      Sunday Lunch is back in our static restaurant carriage, 'Rose', located within our station buffet.Available most Sundays from 4th February.2 c...

      19th January 2024

    • 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