Summer at Severn Valley Railway
All aboard for the Severn Valley Railway
We can’t wait to welcome you on board the Severn Valley Railway this summer. Step back in time to experience the golden age of travel with journeys behind original steam trains and heritage diesel locomotives.
A journey on the Railway allows you to discover beautifully restored original stations, travel through woodlands and across the famous 200ft cast-iron Victoria Bridge, all from comfy seats in lovingly-restored carriages.
The Engine House Highley is at the mid-point of the line and an ideal stop off point. Get close to some very special locomotives including ‘Gordon’ the blue engine and take a peek through the windows of King George VI’s royal carriage. You can also enjoy lunch on the balcony and watch the trains pass by.
This summer, families can watch a live theatre show at The Engine House – Robin Hood and his Merry Friends. This immersive show is packed with playful panto moments, puppets and plenty of audience interaction. Robin Hood and his Animal Friends is a joyful, family friendly show celebrating teamwork, bravery, and care for our environment.
The theatre show lasts around 30 minutes and takes place Tuesdays to Thursdays from 21 July to 27 August. The theatre show is free of charge to those who travel by heritage train and tickets can be booked via the website.
Trains operate between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth. The trains stop at all of our intermediate stations, so you can get off to explore Bewdley, Arley, Highley and Hampton Loade. At Kidderminster and Bridgnorth, the trains take a short break, so you can see the locomotives up close.
To see what days the railway is open and to plan your visit, please go to svr.co.uk.
Also taking place over the Summer at Severn Valley Railway:
🎶 Day of Dance, 25 July
A toe-tapping day of dance on the Severn Valley Railway as Morris Dancing groups perform at stations along the line.
🚗Vintage Transport Extravaganza, 8-9 Aug
Vintage Transport Extravaganza where each station welcomes vehicles from all eras.
🎤Singing on the Train, 15 Aug
A musical celebration alongside a busy service of steam and diesel trains. Jump on the train and travel to our stations to hear male choirs in full song.
🎨Art and Craft Fayre, 22-23 Aug
A whole host of suppliers will be at the event for visitors to get a taste of the county; Open from 10.45am – 4.30pm (last entry 4pm) each day to ensure passengers can shop ’til they drop!
Find more local events with Raring2go! here
