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Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway

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Santa Express

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November 2023
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23
December 2023
Santa Express

Enjoy a Heritage steam & diesel Railway in the spectacular scenic cotswolds

The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway is a volunteer operated heritage railway in Gloucestershire and Worcestershire offering a round trip of 28 miles. It uses part of the route of the former Great Western Railway's main line from Birmingham to Cheltenham which used to run via Stratford-upon-Avon.

It now operates steam and heritage diesel trains between Cheltenham Racecourse and Broadway through some of the most spectacular scenery in the Cotswolds. The line commands wonderful views of the nearby sleepy hamlets and villages, with outstanding outlooks across to the Malvern Hills and beyond.

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Afternoon Tea

Afternoon Tea

Oct 8, 2023

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Oct 8, 2023

Travel in our first class carriage ' Mary' and enjoy a traditional afternoon tea as you travel through the Cotswolds.

Santa Express

Santa Express

Nov 25, 2023

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Dec 23, 2023

Travel to the North Pole & Visit Santa

What our travellers say

For the past 5 years we have been awarded the Tripadvisor® Certificate of Excellence and we are currently the number two attraction in Cheltenham as well as being in the top ten attractions in the whole of the Cotswolds.

Great day out

Had a great day on the steam railway travelling on a day pass between Cheltenham racecourse and Broadway. All run by friendly volunteers from ticket staff, caterers and guides. All facilities were very clean and maintained. Would recommend starting from Toddington at 10.00 am to ensure a good seat and free parking is available.

Sandra C - Oct 2021

Excellent visit to the North Pole

Great day out on the Santa Express from Toddington to The North Pole (Winchcombe). Santa himself was brilliant - didn’t rush the kids through, seemed genuinely interested in talking to them. Really good presents as well. Welcome refreshments served after seeing Santa - mulled wine and mince pies very much enjoyed by the adults!. Staff - mostly volunteers - were friendly, cheerful and very helpful. Thoroughly recommended.

Janice S - Dec 2021

Excellent visit to the North Pole

Great day out on the Santa Express from Toddington to The North Pole (Winchcombe). Santa himself was brilliant - didn’t rush the kids through, seemed genuinely interested in talking to them. Really good presents as well. Welcome refreshments served after seeing Santa - mulled wine and mince pies very much enjoyed by the adults!. Staff - mostly volunteers - were friendly, cheerful and very helpful. Thoroughly recommended.

Janice S - Dec 2021

A Good Day Out

“This a very worthwhile heritage railway to visit. About 15 miles of line. Broadway Station has been totally rebuilt from scratch and is well worth exploring. Best place to park a car is Toddington which is free. The staff, who are volunteers, seem invariably friendly and welcome children and well behaved dogs on board the trains.”

Neil Ewert - Nov 2021

Latest News & Updates

There is always a lot happening at the GWSR. Check what's been happening and all the latest updates from our team.

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Colas Rail UK (CRUK), NR & GWSR work together at Winchcombe Station

September 28, 2023

Colas Rail UK (CRUK), NR & GWSR work together at Winchcombe Station

• 30 volunteers construct a play area for local children and a seating area • Focus on a sustainable approach with the use of recycled wooden sleepers

GWR’s Mixed Traction fleet on track for annual October ‘Showcase’ event

September 12, 2023

GWR’s Mixed Traction fleet on track for annual October ‘Showcase’ event

• Mixed Traction extravaganza for GWR Autumn Showcase, 28-29 October 2023 • Sights and sounds of heritage traction over 14 miles in the Cotswolds • Home locomotive fleet to operate intensive two-day timetable over weekend

‘Journey Through Steam Roadshow Valuation Day' warming up for 1st October

August 21, 2023

‘Journey Through Steam Roadshow Valuation Day' warming up for 1st October

• Six weeks to go until antique expert Paul Atterbury attends valuation event • Visitors invited to bring Steam & Diesel era railwayana along to be valued • Three valuers and railwayana trade stalls are all set to steam into Lifford Hall

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The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway Trust is a registered charity helping to support the Living Museum of the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway and associated operations.

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