Dean Forest Railway Museum
Spend a moment of your visit to the Dean Forest Railway to look around with artefacts from the former Severn & Wye Joint Railway and associated Great Western & Midland Railways.
Venue Type:
Museum, Transport heritage site, Industrial heritage site
Additional info
The museum is located through the shop at Norchard, and being on ground level is accessible to all visitors, elderly and wheelchair users included.
Standard Timetable 2017
- 11 February — 26 November 2017 *on now
On non special events days the standard timetable and prices apply February to November.
Suitable for
- Family friendly
Admission
All day Rover tickets (unlimited travel on non special event days). Family(2Adults/2 Children) £30, Adults £12.00, Seniors £11, Children (5-16) £6, Children (under 5) Free. Dogs welcome and travel with a 'Rover' ticket £2 on most services (excludes Dining trains and special events).
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The 'Royal Forester' Dining Train
- 23 July 2017 11:30am-5pm
- 27 August 2017 11:30am-5pm
- 24 September 2017 11:30am-5pm
- 22 October 2017 From 11:30am
Enjoy a delicious three course meal whilst travelling in luxury through the Forest of Dean. (Runs on selected Sundays )
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Any age
Admission
Price is £44.50 a head( sold in pairs) includes unlimited travel on the day. Pre-booking is essential on line or in the shop
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Branchline Experience Days
- 9 September 2017 9:30am-5pm
- 7 October 2017 From 9:30am
Fulfill a childhood dream and drive one of our Steam or Diesel locomotives. Gift Vouchers available
Suitable for
- 18+
- Family friendly
Admission
Driving sessions start from £199 with a full day Branchline experience being £325. See website for full details or request a brochure
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Evening Scenic Supper Cruise
- 26 July 2017 — 7 February 2018
- 12 August — 8 December 2017
- 2 September 2017 5:30-10pm
Enjoy fish & chips and real ale aboard the Heritage Diesel Railcar. (other options available). real Ale Bar available on board
First departure Lydney Town 17.50, Norchard 18.02 & Parkend 18.35. Three return journeys until arrive Parkend 21:15, Norchard 21:37 & Lydney Town 21.47
Suitable for
- Family friendly
- Any age
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos.
Admission
See DFR website for details. Book on line or via shop
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Day out with Thomas
- 18 — 20 August 2017
- 27 — 29 October 2017
- 2 — 3 December 2017 9:30am-5pm
Meet 'Thomas'. 'Diesel', 'Salty' & 'Troublesome Trucks'. Ride with 'Daisy' into the Forest Brake van rides behind Thomas,
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
Where
Dean Forest Railway,Norchard, Lydney, Glos GL15 4ET
Admission
Entrance price includes all additional attractions and rides. Save pounds by booking online.
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Parkend Carnival
- 28 August 2017 9:30am-5:30pm
Travel to the carnival by train from Norchard
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
see DFR Website for details
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Remembrance Sunday
- 12 November 2017 9:30am-6pm
Our steam locomotive supports the Lydney Remembrance Sunday March- passenger services will begin operating later than usual
Suitable for
- Any age
Admission
See DFR Website
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Santa Specials
- 8 — 10 December 2017
- 16 — 17 December 2017 11:30am-5pm
- 20 — 24 December 2017
Worthwhile presents from Santa who visits the children in their seats.
On board entertainment and something for the adults too!
Trains depart at 1130.1300.1430
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
See dfr website for details. Book early- book on line
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New Year Mince Pie Specials
- 27 December 2017 10am-5pm
- 1 January 2018 10am-5pm
Steam trip through the winter Forest
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
See DFR Website
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Getting there
By road: Large free car park at Norchard on the B4234 just north of Lydney. Easy access from M48, M4 and M5 to Lydney on the A48
By train: nearest station Lydney( allow a 10 min walk to DFR Lydney Junction Station). Direct trains from Cheltenham and South Wales with connections to Birmingham, London and Bristol.
By bus: Stagecoach service from Gloucester(allow 5 min walk to DFR Lydney Town Station)
Dean Forest Railway Museum
Dean Forest Railway
Norchard Station
Forest Road
Lydney
Gloucestershire
GL15 4ET
England
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railway & museum information
Telephone
General Enquiries
01594 845840
24 hour recorded information line
01594 843423
Fax
01594 845840
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