Chocolate Sundays at Avon Valley Railway

Chocolate Sundays is part of the events programme at the Avon Valley Railway in Bitton, Bristol.

“All aboard the chocolate train!” The railway runs its restored Fry's chocolate factory locomotive, with a full round trip of the line, brake van rides behind the engine and a chocolate bar for everyone.

What to expect:

• One date left this year: Sunday 18 October 2026 (4 and 11 October have passed)
• Trains depart from Bitton Station at 10:45, 12:00, 13:15, 14:30 and 15:45
• Brake van rides behind the Fry's loco run through the day, ending at about 16:30
• “with both rides included in the price of your ticket”
• Displays and artefacts about the locomotive and its Keynsham history back at Bitton
• “all passengers will get to enjoy a chocolatey treat as you travel the line”, a Fry's chocolate bar
• The railway says its normal fares apply
• The Buffet at Bitton Station serves hot and cold food, drink and snacks