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05
TH
May
Wroxham Boat Trips
If you’re enjoying a day out around Norfolk, why not take a journey on our train from Aylsham to the bustling town of Wroxham, for a boat trip on the famous and picturesque Norfolk Broads.
A 15-20 minute walk from the Bure Valley station will bring you to Wroxham Bridge, where..
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13
TH
Apr
Aylsham Attractions
Your Bure Valley Railway journey may start at our Aylsham station - in the beautiful, historic market town on the River Bure. Whilst there's plenty to do in and around the station, we thought we'd share our favourite things to do and visit in Aylsham. Let us know if there's..
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14
TH
Sep
Spooky Norfolk ghost tales from a Vampire Hunter this Halloween
Join us at the Bure Valley Railway’s Aylsham Station this Halloween night, for an evening of real Norfolk ghost stories with Abraham Van Horning.
Abraham is a local Vampire Hunter and Paranormal Investigator and will be telling visitors what spooky happenings are really going on in our sleepy county!
The Railway is..
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07
TH
Sep
Kids Go Free this October Half Term
Families can round off the October half-term holidays with an exciting journey by steam train, right here in the heart of the Norfolk Broads.
The Bure Valley Railway, based in Aylsham and Wroxham, is one of Tripadvisor’s top-voted attractions worldwide for 2022.
This holiday, from Saturday 22nd October to Sunday 30th October,..
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20
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Jul
The Railway Children remake to bring a ‘much-needed boost’ to Norfolk’s steam railways
With the remake of popular film The Railway Children hitting cinemas from July 11th 2022, Bure Valley Railway are excited for what it could mean for the UK’s steam railway industry.
The story follows a group of children who are evacuated to a Yorkshire village via steam train during the Second..
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16
TH
Aug
Kids Go Free on the Bure Valley Railway this August Bank Holiday Weekend
Families can round off the school summer holidays with an exciting journey by steam train, right here in the heart of the Norfolk Broads.
We're one of Tripadvisor’s top-voted attractions worldwide for 2022 and this Bank Holiday weekend, from Saturday 27th August to Monday 29th August, up to two kids (0-15..
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15
TH
Jun
Colour in our Bure Valley trains
Print off
and get stuck into colouring in ten engines of the Bure Valley Railway.
Which of our trains have you travelled on?
We'd love to share your colouring on our
Facebook page
too!
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01
ST
Jun
Eco Coal Initiatives
The Bure Valley Railway is proud of its ambitious work in taking the lead to find alternative fuels to power the UK’s steam locomotives.
The UK’s locomotives use roughly 26,000 tonnes of coal per year and their operators around the country will soon be forced to import this, with the only..
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31
ST
May
Strawberries and Steam July Weekends at the Bure Valley Railway
We're thrilled to be welcoming in the new Summer season by hosting our popular Strawberries and Steam event at our stations.
A delicious taste of British summer awaits our weekend visitors in July.
Enjoy a nostalgic journey by steam with a free traditional summer treat of strawberries and cream.
Every full..
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19
TH
May
Father’s Day at the Bure Valley Railway
We’re looking forward to welcoming dads on the railway this Father’s Day weekend.
Dads travel FREE with another full fare paying adult on the 18th and 19th June and can tuck into a delicious locally sourced roast beef dinner (or veggie lasagne) at our Whistlestop Cafe after their train journey.
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26
TH
Apr
How to celebrate the Queen's Jubilee in Norfolk 2022
This year, 2022, marks the year Her Majesty The Queen becomes the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee. This landmark event is to celebrate Her Majesty's 70 years of service.
Get involved by joining us this half-term in the run-up to the Platinum Jubilee Central Weekend which takes place..
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11
TH
Apr
Paw-fect Dogs Day Out
Dogs truly are man's best friend and now they can join you on the railway for a fun day out with all the family.
Come down to the railway this May 2nd Bank Holiday in our canine fit carriages for a doggy day out. As a special treat, all dogs travel..
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29
TH
Mar
Whistlestop Café Relaunch Opening Day
The Whistlestop Café’s team at the Bure Valley Railway’s Aylsham Station can’t wait to welcome customers to the Café’s relaunch open day on Saturday, 2nd April. There is a new menu with an emphasis on homemade and our baker, Lesley, has been hard at work putting together a selection..
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28
TH
Mar
All aboard the Easter Eggspress!
We're thrilled to be welcoming in the new Spring season by hosting our popular Easter event at our stations.
Hop on board the Easter Eggspress at the Bure Valley Railway over the Easter school holiday, 2nd to 18th April, for an
eggciting
day out for all the family.
Enjoy a wonderful journey..
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22
ND
Mar
Top Green Award for Norfolk Heritage Railway
Bure Valley Railway is proud to announce that at the Heritage Railway Association Annual Awards on Saturday, 19 th March, the Railway was the winner of the HRA Award for Environmental Innovation for its work on sustainable steam.
Over the last year, the Railway has been taking a National leading role..
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16
TH
Mar
Places to eat in Wroxham
Wroxham village is a short walk from our Wroxham Station, so if you fancy a bite to eat and a look at the Norfolk Broads it’s well worth the walk before your return train.
The Kings Head
is a traditional pub with river views and the perfect place..
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15
TH
Mar
Wroxham Attractions
Broads Tours
Journey by steam train through picturesque Norfolk countryside from Aylsham to Wroxham where a 15-20 minute walk from the Station will bring you to Wroxham Bridge, the starting point for Broads Tours boat trips on the beautiful Norfolk Broads. Find out more
here
.
Wroxham Barns
A short..
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19
TH
Nov
A Day Out on Steam Train to Santa
Kick off the festive season with a visit to Santa aboard a steam train, the perfect treat for the whole family.
Your Christmas experience starts with a welcome from our station staff at Wroxham Station before making your way to the steam train ready for a fun-filled ride to..
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05
TH
Aug
A family day out at Bure Valley Railway
Begin your day… in Aylsham, the market town is where we start our steam train journey. Before you board we hope you’ve had a chance to explore the quaint shops along Red Lion Street and stocked up on refreshments at our café.
Ten minutes’ drive from Aylsham station is Blickling..
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26
TH
Jan
February Half Term: What's On
Half term is approaching, so we’ve got a week packed full of fun for Kids and Parents alike!
Our popular Teddy Bear Express is back for another year. Here’s 8 reasons to come down to our Aylsham Station this February Half-Term.
1) Free Travel for Kids this February Half Term!
Our..
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16
TH
Apr
Wroxham Station Opening
On Saturday 16th April 2016, the new Station layout at Wroxham was formally opened. The opening ceremony was performed by David Hastings, a long standing supporter of the railway and leader of Broadland District Council at the time the railway was built. He was assisted by Ken Girvan - Chairman..
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26
TH
Sep
Steam in Minature
Thank you to everyone who attended our "Steam in Miniature" event which took place on the 26th and 27th September 2015.
A great day was had by all, adults and children alike. View our wonderful photos of the event showcasing steam engines in different scales and sizes on display..
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05
TH
Jun
How to cook on a loco
A fab way to end a hard day on the engine and filming. Sitting down to eat at the end of the day with a menu we cooked in the locomotive's smokebox.
On the menu tonight: White fish on a bed of spinach served with boiled baby potatoes and..
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