Steam Train Day with Cedric the Dragon.

07/06/2026

Steam Train Day using Peckett 0-4-0 'Pectin' to give train rides along the 1/3rd mile of the ex-Great Western Railway Clifton Maybank branch. Passengers travel in our coach which is accessible via ramp for standard size Wheelchair and other users will be in use. 

Come and meet Cedric our friendly dragon who helps us keep the fire going in our steam engines. 
 

Other planned attractions include a Shop, Light Refreshments, Model Railway and exhibits and displays (including the Chard Signalling Panel).
Pre-booking will not be necessary for this event and please pay at the gate.

Steam Train Day + Diesel Cab Experiance Fathers Day Special

21/06/2026

Steam Train Day using Peckett 0-4-0 'Pectin' to give train rides along the 1/3rd mile of the ex-Great Western Railway Clifton Maybank branch. Passengers travel in our coach which is accessible via ramp for standard size Wheelchair and other users will be in use. 
 

Other planned attractions include a Shop, Light Refreshments, Model Railway and exhibits and displays (including the Chard Signalling Panel).
Pre-booking will not be necessary for this event and please pay at the gate.

Our Popular diesel Cab Experiance will be running on this day.

More details to follow 

Model Railway Swapmeet

05/07/2026

Model railway swap meet in our Transfer shed visitors center, please note there will be no trains running on this day.
Pre-booking will not be necessary for this event and please pay at the gate Admission £4.

Running from 10.30 to 14.30 come and meet a range of traders and find your perfect model railway items. 

Main Line Steam Planned

09/07/2026

To be hauled by 35028 ‘Clan Line’ End of Southern Steam to Weymouth. Booked times TBC Admission by donation. Minimum £2 per adult suggested. Cafe and Shop open.