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Heritage Railway promoting the memory of The Southwold Railway which ran between Halesworth and Southwold between 1879 and 1929.

Talk with volunteers restoring trains and track at Torrington Station

A trip down memory lane of Berkhamsted Railway.

A recreated 1930's industrial railway using original trains and track. Sorry, no train rides(Due to railway regulations). Come and see memorabilia, signs, machines, engines and models relating to Ripon's rich industrial past.

Heritage tours of vintage greenhouses and buildings (some from circa 1941), tea, coffee and homemade cakes, demonstration narrow gauge railway running (weather permitting), model railway, railway relics, bric-a-brac, book & craft stalls, plant sales.

Saturday 12th September. Full site tours at Stephenson Steam Railway

Demonstrating the Heritage Railway at Ludborough which runs on part of the East Lincolnshire Railway that used to run towards Peterborough, London and Branchlines to Mablethorpe and Skegness.

A 00 gauge model railway display, featuring Harleston Station and Yard, and how it featured in the working lives of local people and businesses over the years.

Join us at Crowle Peatland Railway, where the history of peat extraction on Thorne & Crowle Moors comes alive. This free event celebrates our local heritage and will include engaging local history talks and exhibitions.

A walk tracing the route of Poulton’s railway system from 1840 to the present day, visiting the locations of its 3 railway stations.

Emlyn Square is at the heart of Swindon's historic Railway Village. Explore the Central Community Centre, The Bakers, The Cricketers and The Railway Village Museum - All offering exhibitions, tours, special performances and much more!

The line from Hull to Bridlington was built by "The Railway King", George Hudson in 1846. The station building features a large covered concourse and a sculpture of a Barrow Boy by Stephen Carvill. There will be a small exhibition as well.

Guided tour of the Lionheart Station site at the Aln Valley Railway. This includes the engine shed and museum.

Dean Forest Railway, workshop tours at the Dean Forest Railway

Exhibition featuring memories and images of the former Lowestoft to Yarmouth Railway which opened in 1903 and closed in 1970

Go beyond the platform and experience an area of the railway rarely open to the public. This guided tour offers a unique look at the engineering that keep our historic locomotives in steam, with a full-line return train journey included on the day.

The Tanfield Railway is the oldest operating railway in the world, dating from 1725, and in 2026 was voted 'Railway of the Year' by the Heritage Railway Association. Visit to learn more about our development historically and now.

Talk about the history of the cottages and their current use as a Housing Co-operative followed by a walk around the exterior of the cottages.

Join us on our open days to explore the unused rooms and platforms at March Railway Station.

Guided history walk of the New Cut and Canal. The walk follows the original canal path and some parts of the Millennium Green. Guided by Paul and Shirley Taylor.

Walk around Gloucester Docks and the Docklands Railway

Visit the magnificent signal box overlooking Haltwhistle railway station and the Old Booking Hall with its original Edmondson ticket racks. Learn about a Railway 200 project shortlisted in the National Rail Awards 2026.

A talk given by Bishopstoke History Society about the arrival of the railway and carriage works and the effect it had on Bishopstoke.

The Engine Shed locomotive museum and Carriage Works carriage museum are waiving the usual entry costs and offering free entry.

A guided walk exploring the early days of the railway in Hertford and tracing the route of a lost line.

A walk in the countryside along former railway lines.

A walk in the countryside along former railway lines.

Chelmsford Miniature Railway is open for an evening of free rides and tours.

Go beyond the platform and experience an area of the railway rarely open to the public. This guided tour offers a unique look at the people, skills and engineering that keep our historic locomotives in steam, with a full-line return train journey inc

Join us for a guided walk uncovering the hidden railway heritage of Potteric Carr. Discover how the development of the railway system in the 19th and 20th centuries directly influenced the creation of Potteric Carr Nature Reserve.

Join Keith Hick at Southport & Birkdale Cricket Club on Trafalgar Road for an illustrated talk about the history of Southport's railways.

British Railways Electrical Control Room. In operation between 1936 and 1997. Contain several Art Deco features.

The world's first regular steam-drawn passenger railway opened in 1830 between Canterbury and Whitstable! Stephenson' original locomotive INVICTA is on display and the 1829 beam winding engine is being restored. Everyday rail travel for 100 years.

Working on the railway - visit the signal box and exhibition in guards van.

Find out about the wonderful history of Batley Railway Station. How it survived. Old photos on display. Take a look at the great work the fantastic FOBS volunteers do! Volunteer with us! Witness the changes made to provide an exiting future.

The old Deepdale Railway line has lain derelict for 40 years. It includes the Miley Tunnel which runs under the City of Preston for 880 yards.

Explorer the restored station of Midsomer Norton South. Visit the signal box, museum, and WWII pillbox.

Enjoy train rides on our heritage themed miniature railway along the River Sowe. For Heritage Day 2026, we are embracing the theme of “Everyday Histories”, exploring the daily working lives of those who keep railways running - past and present.

Local heritage railway, Buckinghamshire Railway Centre in Quainton, is offering free entry to a Museum Day on Sunday 20th September as part of the Heritage Open Days festival. Explore the railway museum, visitor centre and 25 acres of railwayland!

The town of Shildon has had an exciting story to tell since the earliest days of the rail industry. Learn more about the working lives of ordinary people of Shildon, and how Locomotion is keeping heritage skills alive today and for the future.

Guided tour covering key features of the public areas of the station including Winton Square, memorial arch & platforms.

Wylam Parish Council's Railway Museum has limited opening hours, but extra hours have been added over two weekends to coincide with another nearby Heritage Open Days event at the National Trust's George Stephenson's Birthplace.

In 1626, Dutch engineer Cornelius Vermuyden signed a contract with King Charles I that would change the landscape of the Isle of Axholme and Hatfield Chase forever. Exhibition and talk to mark this 400th anniversary.

Come and take and take a look at how we operate and maintain our heritage railway.

An opportunity for visitors to learn about the history of Thorpe Light Railway, and hear about ongoing projects and future plans.

Come to our club room in the historic Coventry Canal Basin. See our layouts running and talk to club members. Four large and several small layouts in a variety of scales. Special exhibits for the children to see and interact with.

Join us to visit the recent restoration of this handsome early 19th century building and learn more about the Landmark Trust's project.

Meet the Smiths: Life in the Railway Village (1901) Step into 1901 with this interactive performance at the Railway Village Museum! Meet the Smith family and their lodger as they bring history to life. Perfect for all ages!

Explore the history of the WWII Wolverhampton Railwaymen with this war-walk

Visit the restored 1879 narrow gauge Blythburgh Station - model railway show - railway films - light refreshments - guided tours - railway bookstall - demonstration trains - displays - access to railway trackbed walks.