Dean Forest Railway Museum
Dean Forest Railway
Norchard Railway Centre
Forest Road
Lydney
Gloucestershire
GL15 4ET
England
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01594 845840
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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
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.
Railcar Bluebell Specials
Enjoy our classic branchline in a blue haze!
Suitable for
- Any age
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
See DFR Website for details
Website
Diesel Gala
An intensive service provided by our mainline diesel locomotives
Suitable for
- Any age
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
See the DFR Website for details
Website
Bygone Branchline Days
Recreate the days of the steam engine as you travel through the medieval forest of Dean in a restored coach featuring GW Autotank 1450 and Autotrailers 178 & 238. Includes an opportunity to ask and find out more about this classic restored steam engine.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Norchard, Lydney, Glos. GL15 4ET
Admission
Adult £12.00. Senior £11.00. Child £6.00. Family £34.00. A £1 supplement applies to individual fares and £4 supplement to family tickets on these days.
Website
Bygone Branchline Days
Recreate the days of the steam engine as you travel through the medieval forest of Dean in a restored coach featuring GW Autotank 1450 and Autotrailers 178 & 238. Includes an opportunity to ask and find out more about this classic restored steam engine.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Norchard, Lydney, Glos. GL15 4ET
Admission
Adult £12.00. Senior £11.00. Child £6.00. Family £34.00. A £1 supplement applies to individual fares and £4 supplement to family tickets on these days.
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Evening Scenic Supper Cruise
Enjoy fish & chips and real ale aboard the Heritage Diesel Railcar.
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
When
6:30-9pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos.
Admission
See DFR website for details
Website
Great Western Gala Weekend
Classic branchline experience with three steam locos in service. Intensive service including Auto trains and demonstration goods
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
11am-5pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
See DFR Website
Website
Evening Scenic Supper Cruise
Enjoy fish & chips and real ale aboard the Heritage Diesel Railcar.
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
When
6:30-9pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos.
Admission
See DFR website for details
Website
Bygone Branchline Days
Recreate the days of the steam engine as you travel through the medieval forest of Dean in a restored coach featuring GW Autotank 1450 and Autotrailers 178 & 238. Includes an opportunity to ask and find out more about this classic restored steam engine.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Norchard, Lydney, Glos. GL15 4ET
Admission
Adult £12.00. Senior £11.00. Child £6.00. Family £34.00. A £1 supplement applies to individual fares and £4 supplement to family tickets on these days.
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Mixed Traction Weekend
A chance to see and find out about how steam and diesel locomotives share the workload.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
See DFR Website for details
Website
Mixed Traction Weekend
A chance to see and find out about how steam and diesel locomotives share the workload.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
See DFR Website for details
Website
Evening Scenic Supper Cruise
Enjoy fish & chips and real ale aboard the Heritage Diesel Railcar.
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
When
6:30-9pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos.
Admission
See DFR website for details
Website
Bygone Branchline Days
Recreate the days of the steam engine as you travel through the medieval forest of Dean in a restored coach featuring GW Autotank 1450 and Autotrailers 178 & 238. Includes an opportunity to ask and find out more about this classic restored steam engine.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Norchard, Lydney, Glos. GL15 4ET
Admission
Adult £12.00. Senior £11.00. Child £6.00. Family £34.00. A £1 supplement applies to individual fares and £4 supplement to family tickets on these days.
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Day out with Thomas
Meet 'Thomas'. 'Diesel', 'Duck', 'Wilbert', 'Oliver' & 'Troublesome Trucks'. Ride with 'Daisy' into the Forest and chase the steam train
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Dean Forest Railway,Norchard, Lydney, Glos GL15 4ET
Admission
Entrance price includes all additional attractions and rides. Save pounds by booking online.
Website
Bygone Branchline Days
Recreate the days of the steam engine as you travel through the medieval forest of Dean in a restored coach featuring GW Autotank 1450 and Autotrailers 178 & 238. Includes an opportunity to ask and find out more about this classic restored steam engine.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Norchard, Lydney, Glos. GL15 4ET
Admission
Adult £12.00. Senior £11.00. Child £6.00. Family £34.00. A £1 supplement applies to individual fares and £4 supplement to family tickets on these days.
Website
Evening Scenic Supper Cruise
Enjoy fish & chips and real ale aboard the Heritage Diesel Railcar.
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
When
6:30-9pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos.
Admission
See DFR website for details
Website
Parkend Carnival
Travel to the carnival by train from Norchard
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
see DFR Website for details
Website
Steam Family Fun Day
Learn all about steam railways with hands-on activities, childrens entertainment, competitions and unlimited steam rides.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Website
Diesel Gala
An intensive service provided by our mainline diesel locomotives
Suitable for
- Any age
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
See the DFR Website for details
Website
Bygone Branchline Days
Recreate the days of the steam engine as you travel through the medieval forest of Dean in a restored coach featuring GW Autotank 1450 and Autotrailers 178 & 238. Includes an opportunity to ask and find out more about this classic restored steam engine.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Norchard, Lydney, Glos. GL15 4ET
Admission
Adult £12.00. Senior £11.00. Child £6.00. Family £34.00. A £1 supplement applies to individual fares and £4 supplement to family tickets on these days.
Website
Diesel Gala
An intensive service provided by our mainline diesel locomotives
Suitable for
- Any age
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
See the DFR Website for details
Website
Bygone Branchline Days
Recreate the days of the steam engine as you travel through the medieval forest of Dean in a restored coach featuring GW Autotank 1450 and Autotrailers 178 & 238. Includes an opportunity to ask and find out more about this classic restored steam engine.
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
10:30am-5pm
Where
Norchard, Lydney, Glos. GL15 4ET
Admission
Adult £12.00. Senior £11.00. Child £6.00. Family £34.00. A £1 supplement applies to individual fares and £4 supplement to family tickets on these days.
Website
Santa Specials
Worthwhile presents from Santa who visits the children in their seats.
Adults are not forgotten, they receive a miniature and a hot mince pie
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
11am-5pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
See dfr website for details. Book early- book on line
Website
Santa Specials
Worthwhile presents from Santa who visits the children in their seats.
Adults are not forgotten, they receive a miniature and a hot mince pie
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
11am-5pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
See dfr website for details. Book early- book on line
Website
Santa Specials
Worthwhile presents from Santa who visits the children in their seats.
Adults are not forgotten, they receive a miniature and a hot mince pie
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
11am-5pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
See dfr website for details. Book early- book on line
Website
Santa Specials
Worthwhile presents from Santa who visits the children in their seats.
Adults are not forgotten, they receive a miniature and a hot mince pie
Suitable for
- Any age
- Family friendly
When
11am-5pm
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
See dfr website for details. Book early- book on line
Website
New Year Mince Pie Specials
Steam trip through the winter Forest
Suitable for
- Any age
Where
Dean Forest Railway, Norchard, Lydney, Glos
Admission
See DFR Website
Website
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)
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