Family Steam Train Trip with East Somerset Railway
Discover the history of steam trains’ heyday, and enjoy unlimited travel through some picturesque South West countryside with this Family Steam Train Trip with the East Somerset Railway.
Highlights
- Family Steam Train Trip with East Somerset Railway
What's included
- Enjoy half a day's unlimited travel on the East Somerset Railway’s steam hauled trains
- Your ticket includes travel for two adults/concessions and two children
- Travel through the picturesque Somerset countryside
- Visit the on-site museum and engine shed (alight at Cranmore West for this) and signal box on selected days
- Jump aboard on selected dates from March to October
- Personal expenses
Additional Information
Once you receive the confirmation from Virgin Experience days, you will need to have your serial number and pin number at the ready, and then click on "Activate to view booking instructions". This will then ask you to fill in some details, and once your voucher has been activated you will be able to view the full product information and booking instructions.
Participant Guidelines:
•Family tickets are 2 adult (or two Concession) + two Children
•Children are deemed to be aged 3 to 16
•Children aged 2 and under can travel free of charge when accompanied by the voucher holder
Availability:
This experience will be available on Saturdays and Sundays from March to October, and Wednesdays and some Thursdays June to October (check the website timetable for operating days).
The vouchers are valid for all services except Wine & Dine services, Santa trains and on some special event days (currently Tractor Ted and Peppa Pig days).
Prior booking is not necessary. Just come to the ticket office and exchange your voucher for tickets.
Vouchers must be used before the expiry date.
All dates are subject to availability.
Day Rover tickets allow you to travel on as many trains as you like. We suggest you allow 3 to 5 hours.
Validity:
Your voucher is valid for 12 months from the date of issue
Overview
Since 1973 the East Somerset Railway has been transporting steam train fans up and down the track pulled by a lovingly restored steam locomotive. From Cranmore station with its museum and 100 year old signal box, to Mendip Vale and the sight of trains ‘running around’, there are four stations and 2.5 miles of history to dive into, and you can experience it with unlimited travel.
There are areas to picnic at Cranmore station, also home to the Whistlestop café, so there are plenty of options for when lunch rolls around. Visit the engine shed and look into the workshops to see first hand the restoration work going on, or simply kick back on your seats and enjoy a day of steam train travel. The choice is yours!
Know before you go
confirmation from Virgin Experience days will be with you within 72 hours of booking, , you will need to have your serial number and pin number at the ready, and then click on "Activate to view booking instructions". This will then ask you to fill in some details, and once your voucher has been activated you will be able to view the full product information and booking instructions. We recommend booking as far in advance as possible to ensure you get a suitable date, but it will advise of the recommended lead booking time for your exact experience within the product information. All experiences must be booked and taken before their expiry date on the voucher.
