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Avon Valley Railway

Avon Valley Railway Bristol

Steam trains operate Sundays and bank holidays from April to October, plus Tues - Thursday in school holidays. Diesel trains operate most Saturdays, April-August. Also operates weekends at Christmas.

Combined rail and river boat trips operate on all steam days from the beginning of April to the end of September except 6/7 May and 30th July. Talking timetable: 0117 932 7296.

The Avon Valley Railway is more than just a steam train ride, offering a whole new experience for some or a nostalgic memory for others. Steam trains run to the edge of the scenic Avon Valley. Special events arranged throughout the year. Courses on learning how to drive a steam engine. Call talking timetable for details: 0117 932 7296. Monthly Sunday lunch trains. Children’s parties.
Site entry is free, train rides are payable.

Opening Times

2008 Opening 01/01/2008 - 31/12/2008

Events

Saturday, 4th October 2008 - Sunday, 5th October 2008

Day Out With Thomas at Avon Valley Railway
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Saturday, 6th December 2008 - Monday, 8th December 2008

Santa Specials at Avon Valley Railway
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Saturday, 13th December 2008 - Sunday, 14th December 2008

Santa Specials at Avon Valley Railway
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Saturday, 20th December 2008 - Sunday, 21st December 2008

Santa Specials at Avon Valley Railway
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Tuesday, 23rd December 2008 - Wednesday, 24th December 2008

Santa Specials at Avon Valley Railway
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Tickets Information

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff*
Familyfrom £13.50
Adultfrom £5.00
Childfrom £3.50
Concessionfree

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Road Directions

On the A431 main road, approximately one mile from the town of Keynsham. Car parking spaces are available at Bitton station, and are free.

Public Transport Directions

The nearest station to Bitton is Keynsham which is on the Bristol - Weymouth and Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour train services.
Buses 532 and 533 from Keynsham run twice an hour Monday to Saturday from the stop immediately across the road from Keynsham station car park entrance,
From Bristol or Bath, you can ride along the popular Bristol/Bath Railway Path (Route 4 of the National Cycle Network).

Facilities

  • Gift Shop
  • Out of Hours Visits
  • Film or TV location
  • Of historic, literary or architectural interest
  • Accessible to Wheelchair Users
  • On Bus Route
  • Facilities for children
  • Car parking
  • Picnic Site
  • Restaurant
  • JCB accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Solo accepted
  • Switch accepted
  • Visa accepted
  • Available for wedding receptions
  • Conference facilities
  • Event venue

 Contact Info

Bitton Railway Station
Bath Road
Bitton
Bristol
BS30 6HD
Tel: 0117 932 5538
Fax: 0117 932 5935
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