Author Archives: Mark Simmons

Steam into Spring

Posted on 29th January 2026 by Mark Simmons

Sunday 15th & 22nd March Trains depart at 11:00, 12:15, 13:30, & 14:45 This March, come and Spring into Steam with us! Starting our season early, we are opening our doors this March to welcome passengers back to enjoy a … Continue reading →

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Farmyard Friends

Posted on 28th January 2026 by Mark Simmons

Join us on the 11th & 12th April for our Farmyard Friends weekend!  Trains depart at 10:45, 12:00, 13:15, 14:30, & 15:45 each day.  If you visited us at Christmas, then you’ll have met our festive donkeys… on the 11th … Continue reading →

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Cupid’s Cream Tea

Posted on 23rd January 2026 by Mark Simmons

New for 2026, join us this Valentine’s Day to enjoy a romantic cream tea onboard our steam train. Step aboard with your loved one and enjoy a romantic steam-hauled journey along our picturesque line, accompanied by a delicious cream tea. … Continue reading →

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1/2 Price, 1/2 Half Term at Avon Valley Railway

Posted on 15th January 2026 by Mark Simmons

Make the most of half term with a memorable family day out at Avon Valley Railway – and enjoy 50% OFF all tickets. Step aboard our historic carriages and travel through the beautiful Avon Valley, where steam, scenery and nostalgia … Continue reading →

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Support Us

Posted on 19th December 2025 by Mark Simmons

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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Wine Festival, 29 May

Posted on 12th September 2025 by Mark Simmons

Please note: this event is now redated to Friday, 29th May, 2026 Join us at Avon Valley Railway (Bitton Station) to enjoy over 30 quality wines, gins and fruit liquors from local independent wine and merchants among others. Included in … Continue reading →

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NEW Fares for 2025

Posted on 24th August 2025 by Mark Simmons

From Wednesday, 27th August 2025, we will be introducing an increase in fares across our services. This change helps us respond to rising operational costs while continuing to care for our historic locomotives, carriages, and infrastructure. We have carefully benchmarked … Continue reading →

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Bounce Back Appeal

Posted on 4th March 2025 by Mark Simmons

The Avon Valley Railway is launching a Bounce Back appeal following the discovery of what looks like fraudulent activity by a former employee. For more details and to donate click here.

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Sunday Lunch is back!

Posted on 19th January 2024 by Mark Simmons

Sunday Lunch is back in our static restaurant carriage, ‘Rose’, located within our station buffet. Available most Sundays from 4th February. 2 courses with tea or coffee to finish: £19.95 3 courses with tea or coffee to finish: £24.95 ‘Rose’ … Continue reading →

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Afternoon Tea

Posted on 19th August 2023 by Mark Simmons

From Wednesday 30th August, we will be offering Afternoon Tea in our static restaurant carriage, Rose. Available every Wednesday to Saturday when prebooked, our afternoon tea includes a selection of freshly made sandwiches, warm scones with jam and clotted cream … Continue reading →

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