Dean Forest Railway
The Dean Forest Railway – based near Lydney in Gloucestershire – provides the sight, sounds and smells of travel on a rural branch line from a bygone era. A standard gauge heritage railway operated by steam trains – and the occasional heritage diesel or diesel railcar. The round trip is over 8 miles. Norchard Station has a free museum, gift shop and café. As well as heritage train services for visitors to the Forest of Dean, the Railway runs special events suitable for all the family and some which will be of interest to Railway Enthusiasts.
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| Main information telephone number: | 01594 845840 | |||
| Steam trains operating regularly? | Yes | |||
| Diesel trains operating regularly? | On certain dates - see timetable | |||
| Main Station/Centre Address: | The Dean Forest Railway , |
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| Other Stations: | Lydney Town |
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| Web-site address: | www.deanforestrailway.co.uk | |||
| Length of line: | 4¼ miles | |||
| Ample FREE car parking is available adjacent to the station at Norchard. | ||||
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| Standard Ticket Prices (other fares and restrictions may apply on Special Event days, including Santa Specials): | ||||
| Adult Day Rover: | £ 10.00 | |||
| Child Day Rover: | £ 5.00 | |||
| Family (2 Adults + 2 Children) Day Rover : | £28.00 | |||
| Dogs: | £ FREE | |||
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| Operating Dates (click on a coloured date to display the timetable for that date): | ||||
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| Catering facilities available: - | ||||
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A cafeteria is situated at Norchard - a range of hot and cold snacks and drinks, plus ice cream, are available. Light refreshments are also sold at Parkend, and an on-train refreshments are availabler on DMU services. We regret that prices are not currently available. |
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| PICNIC FACILITIES are available on site at Norchard and Parkend | ||||
| FACILITIES FOR DISABLED VISITORS and FAMILIES WITH PRAMS OR PUSHCHAIRS: | ||||
Adapted rolling stock is available for use by those with mobility difficulties. Disabled toilets are available, and access to the platforms and museum is easy and step-free. |
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| FAMILY FACILITIES: | ||||
| Baby changing facilities are available at Norchard. | ||||
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A gift shop is available at Norchard, selling books, DVDs and children's items. Driver Experience Courses are available, starting at just £225.00 |
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| PUBLIC TRANSPORT CONNECTIONS | ||||
The nearest National Rail Network railway station is Lydney, where there is a direct interchange with the Dean Forest Railway. The nearest bus stop is located at Lydney bus station, served by Stagecoach service number 73, and local services to Norchard and Parkend. |
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