Take a trip down memory lane!

If you are looking for a really special day out for your group, what could be better than a leisurely train ride along the beautiful Severn Valley?

Journey back in time as one of our vintage steam-hauled trains meanders its way from Kidderminster Town, which is famous for its carpets, to the ancient riverside town of Bewdley with its quayside, gardens, and restoration and Georgian houses. Then onto the timeless village of Arley slumbering on the river banks; through to Highley from where you will be able to visit the new Engine House Severn Valley Visitor Centre from Easter 2008; through Hampton Loade to Bridgnorth, Shropshire’s gem of a medieval Market Town.

All this and more can be enjoyed from your seat in a railway carriage.

Group rates are available for pre-booked groups of fifteen or more adults travelling together either from Kidderminster or Bridgnorth.

Please contact the Group Travel Office where we will be delighted to assist with your booking.

You may wish to download further information and booking forms below.

These events, organised in partnership with leading midland attractions, feature a train journey along the length of the Severn Valley Railway with a trip by your own coach to the attractions indicated.

The Engine House - Severn Valley Railway Visitor Centre A new attraction from Easter 2008! This brand new attraction in the heart of the railway offers both enjoyment and excitement whilst experiencing behind the scenes! The Engine House features the Severn Valley Railway reserve collection of steam locomotives, Buffers Gallery Restaurant, with the best views along the Severn Valley, a gift shop, outdoor picnic area and facilities for people with disabilities.
Wild Tracks Go on a relaxing steam-hauled single train journey along the Severn Valley. The overall experience is pure nostalgia mixed with splendid views along the way. Combine the journey with a visit on the wild side to the West Midland Safari Park and visit their fantastic all weather, four-mile safari adventure.
The Living History Tour Take a single train journey along the beautiful Severn Valley. Combine your visit with the award winning Black Country Living Museum all on the same day! Discover a fascinating world when you visit Britain’s friendliest open-air museum.
Choc & Steam A visit to Cadbury World follows a relaxing and nostalgic steam hauled experience passing through some of the beautiful Severn Valley. Cadbury World is an indulgent experience where visitors experience the magic, making and history of Cadbury chocolate. With two spectacular new attractions - Essence and Purple Planet, you couldn’t ask for a more mouth wateringly scrumptious day out.
Oceans & Steam Enjoy a single train journey along the Severn Valley with your group and experience the nostalgia of an historic railway. Combine it with a visit to The National Sea Life Centre, a rare underwater treat in the heart of such a vibrant city. Experience coral caves, lagoons, pools and ocean depths where visitors can marvel at sharks, stingrays, playful otters, turtles and magical seahorses. There is disabled access throughout.
Stately & Steam Enjoy a single train journey as one of our vintage steam-hauled trains meanders its way through unspoilt Worcestershire and Shropshire Countryside then visit the lovely Dudmaston Hall surrounded by traditional woodland and a lakeside garden, Dudmaston Hall has been a family home since the 17th century. The house, which is still used by the family today, includes wonderful collections of Dutch paintings and botanical drawings as well as a significant collection of modern art, collected by Sir George Labouchere in the 1950’s and 1960’s. Oceans & Steam, Choc & Steam, Wild Tracks, The Living History Tour, Historic & Steam and Stately & Steam are available for pre-booked groups of fifteen or more adults travelling on designated trains on weekday dates in 2008.
River Cruise & Steam Journey along the River Severn with the Ferry Company on a choose of journey taking in the beautiful scenery and listening to the commentary along the Severn. Then be met by your coach to take you along to Bewdley station where you will travel on board one of our popular steam trains between Bewdley and Bridgnorth on a single journey and take in the delights and atmosphere of years gone by. Minimum booking requirements is 25 people and the maximum is 52 people. Bookings being taken daily with the River Severn Ferry Company on 07989 020395 or 01299 402950 (Answer phone) contact Phil Evans or email philevans06@aol.com or visit their website at www.severnferry.co.uk Maximum charge is £17.00 adults and senior citizens.

Full details about our stations including downloadable maps are available on the ‘Arriving by Road’ page of this website.