Event Details
Set across a 21-acre heritage site, Didcot Railway Centre offers a memorable day out for visitors of all ages. Explore authentic Great Western Railway platform buildings, a museum and archive, air raid shelters, and the impressive 1930s engine shed, home to famous locomotives including Pendennis Castle, Lady of Legend, and No. 1466.
On steam days, visitors can enjoy unlimited rides on two working railway lines, bringing the sights, sounds, and atmosphere of the railway’s golden age to life.
The Centre also features a miniature railway and open spaces to explore, with on-site facilities including a gift shop, café and volunteers available to assist throughout your visit, ensuring your day is both engaging and enjoyable.
Date: 05/09/2026
Venue: Didcot, Oxfordshire
Email: daybreaks@chalkwell.co.uk











