The world's first steam hauled railway, the Stockton & Darlington opened on the 27th of September 1825.
2025 marks the bi-centenary of the modern railway, heralding Rail 200; a year-long worldwide celebration.


Steam footplate experiences for 2026 on the GWSR
For Enthusiasts
Steam Locomotive


This rich historical material, complemented by a display of authentic artefacts


All our race trains are chartered by our partner organisation Classic Hospitality.


Blow away the Christmas cobwebs on board our festive Mince Pie Specials!
For Families
Steam Locomotive
Diesel Locomotive


Join the steam train and enjoy a relaxing journey through the Cotswolds before stopping at Winchcombe
For Families
Activities
Things to See and Do


Let the Train Do the Work – Sit Back, Relax, and Savour Our Afternoon Tea Steam Experience!
Dining
Food & Drink


Ever fancied the thrill of taking the controls of a powerful mainline diesel?
Diesel Locomotive
For Enthusiasts


Step back in time and celebrate the golden age of transport at the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway’s Vintage Weekend.
For Enthusiasts
For Families


All Aboard the Asparagus Express from Broadway to Cheltenham Race Course!
Things to See and Do
Activities


The GWSR are proud to present an exciting new event for 2026 – our very first Railwayana Car Boot!


Our annual festival of steam locomotives in the Cotswolds
Galas


Get ready to step back in time and savor the best of both worlds at the GWSR Rail Ale Festival.
For Enthusiasts


Celebrating the Named Trains of the Past
For Enthusiasts
Steam Locomotive


A great opportunity for railway photographers to join us for an exclusive evening of night time diesel photography
Diesel Department
Diesel Gala
Diesel Locomotive
Galas


Join us for diesel haulage in the Cotswolds on this very specially themed weekend
Diesel Gala
Diesel Locomotive
For Enthusiasts


Summer Holiday Family Fun & Crafts at the GWSR
For Families


A Fabulous Family Afternoon Tea Train Experience
Activities
Food & Drink
For Families


The GWSR are proud to present an exciting new event for 2026 – our very first Railwayana Car Boot!


Join us for the inaugural GWSR Model Railway Weekend in 2026


Showcasing the GWSR Lineside Photography Group Exhibition
For Enthusiasts
We dare you to take a trip on this Cotswold Ghost Train!
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