Bristol and Bath's heritage steam railway, offering a six mile round trip which takes passengers along sections of the old Midland Railway, providing a …
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Jan 1, 2025
We've been going on the Santa train or Mince Pie Special for twenty something years since my children were little and we're now taking grandchildren! The whole experience never disappoints. The staff…Full review by Z8703HXcarolined
Dec 23, 2024
Similar to other reviews, paid a high amount for an apparent 50 min train ride Santa experience. Was more like 10 minutes and the rest sat stationary. Very disappointing and very boring. Would not re…Full review by M M
Dec 20, 2024
We payed a ridiculous amount of money to go on what was supposed to be a 50 minute train ride. Well this was not the case. The train goes two minutes up the track and then is stationery for twenty mi…Full review by eleanor s
Thinking of booking the Saturday fish and chips experience just wanted to know how the steam train is set in the dining area for the fish and chips lunch. Some of the pictures the dining area looks all dressed up and waiters and then there is a picture with it not dressed or no waiter service. If anyone has any pictures of the Saturday fish and chips lunch I would be very grateful.
I want to bring a train enthusiast but do not want to be surrounded by loads of children. How would it be best to achieve this?
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I think Avon Valley Railway is set up very child friendly so if you dont want to be around lots of children I sugest to visit during school time. You may still find young children but it wont …
I think Avon Valley Railway is set up very child friendly so if you dont want to be around lots of children I sugest to visit during school time. You may still find young children but it wont be quite as many as a weekend or school holidays.
How do we book tickets to the steam engine ride? On your website, it asks for the login however there is no option to register (or perhaps am missing something) Can we get the tickets on the spot?
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Hello - yes indeed - the booking office is open whenever the train is running and you can also get tickets on the train. But the booking office sells the "proper" old card tickets. Tickets …
Hello - yes indeed - the booking office is open whenever the train is running and you can also get tickets on the train. But the booking office sells the "proper" old card tickets. Tickets on line are for specials normally like the Santa Specials