Steam Train Day + Turntable day

Date: 23/08/2026

Time: 10:30 to 16:00

Due to the current severe Fire Risk the Steam Train Day on the 23rd August will now use a Diesel Engine. The WW2 event advertised in the leaflet is also, unfortunately, cancelled.  We have made this decision as a responsible Heritage Railway and regret any disappointment this may cause to our customers. 

Diesel hauled trains will still be running and we are looking at using this as an opportunity to use our new “Parliamentary” Open Passenger Wagon. Details to follow.

Pre-booking will not be necessary for this event and please pay at the gate.

Steam trains at start at 11.00am then frequently until 3.50pm.

(Gate open at 10.30am and train rides start at 11.00am. Last admission 3.15pm).

Other planned attractions include a Shop, Light Refreshments, Model Railway and exhibits and displays (including the Chard Signalling Panel).

Admission (including Steam Train ride £13 adult,Children £6.50 whilst children under 5 and members are admitted free. More details will be given on arrival.

One Child (aged (5-15)) is admitted FREE with a full paying adult .