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Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway

Winchcombe, United Kingdom•4.8(1.6k)•Heritage Site, Museum

Travel 14 miles through the Cotswolds on beautifully restored steam trains, experiencing the sights, sounds and smells of heritage railway travel for all ages.

The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway is a living heritage attraction that brings the golden age of steam back to life. Visitors can hop on board and journey 14 miles through some of Gloucestershire's most picturesque countryside, starting at Cheltenham Race Course and running all the way to Broadway. The line winds through rolling green hills, passes through the historic Greet Tunnel, and crosses the striking picture-perfect Stanway Viaduct. The railway offers something for everyone, from grandparents reliving cherished memories of the steam era to little ones seeing their first locomotive. Beyond standard scenic journeys, the GWSR hosts special events including Santa Specials, themed dinner trains like the Cheese & Wine Evenings and Fish & Chip Trains, Model Railway Weekends, and unique experiences such as Footplate Experiences where visitors can take the controls and drive a steam locomotive themselves. School experiences are also available for educational visits. With multiple stations across the line including Broadway, Toddington, Hayles Abbey Halt, Winchcombe, Gotherington, and Cheltenham Race Course, families can plan flexible visits. The venue is dog-friendly and pushchair-friendly, with The Cotswold Halt Café providing refreshments. It's suitable for ages 0+, making it an accessible day out for families with young children alongside enthusiasts of all ages.
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Opening Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 09:30 – 17:15
Wednesday: 09:30 – 17:15
Thursday: 09:30 – 17:15
Friday: Closed
Saturday: 09:30 – 17:15
Sunday: 09:30 – 17:15

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor & Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

Recommended ages

0 months (newborn)+

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

The Cotswold Halt Café

On-site café offering refreshments at the railway

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4.8(1.6k reviews)
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Ginny Wells

Ginny Wells

3 weeks ago

Enjoyed looking at the stations and waiting for the trains to come and go. Most stations have other attractions eg static displays based in old railway carriages. Winchecombe has a cafe on the platform. Toddington has a cafe on site. Broadway - nice to spend time there. Many touristy shops. All staff we met were friendly and polite. The stations all looked pretty and free parking

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nicholas Titley

nicholas Titley

3 weeks ago

Had a lovely day riding the steam trains here you can hop on and off at any stations, visit the desiel engine sheds. The track is around 15 miles long and they run two trains. Plan your stops as you can wait up to an hour for the next train at the middle station. They have catering and drinks on board it depends on which train as to the level of things available, the bacon rolls are really good. There are toilets both on the station and on the trains so you don't get caught short, they also have wheel chair access ramps available. The service is run by volunteers with only a handful of full time management staff and the volunteers are friendly and helpful. The stations are all really well kept and looked after with them being keep as they were in the days of steam. We had a.long chat during part of our ride with a volunteer that was examining people operating the engine, he was a mind of information and very interesting to chat to. The parking at the racecourse end is very good and plentiful. A great day out.

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Elena Champagne

Elena Champagne

2 months ago

This is a really fun little adventure. The stations, museums and other features are restored and preserved with love and it shows. The volunteers are very knowledgeable and kind and bring it all together.

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Alex Eddleston

Alex Eddleston

2 months ago

We visited Tues 12th May 2026 and it was fabulous. Overall it was quiet, loads of free seats in the carriages and space in the cafes. All the volunteers were incredibly friendly. All happy to chat. Our ticket enabled us to hop on and off the trains as they passed through each stop. You should visit this railway. It's very well run.

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Alexander Marsden-Jones

Alexander Marsden-Jones

3 months ago

A wonderful railway, where we visited as part of the GWSR’s LEGO event weekend. Lots of trains. Lots of LEGO. And plenty of activities and things to see. My personal highlight was walking through the diesel shed and talking with the extremely knowledgeable volunteers about the Class 37 they are restoring. Cannot wait to visit again!

Reviews last updated: 29 September 2026

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This venue was last updated on 29 September 2026

Frequently asked questions about Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway

Is Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway free to visit?

Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

What ages is Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway suitable for?

Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway is suitable for visitors of all ages, from babies through to adults.

Is Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway dog-friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway.

Is there parking at Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway?

Yes, Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway has on-site parking.

Is there food at Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway?

Yes — The Cotswold Halt Café is on site at Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway. On-site café offering refreshments at the railway

Is Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway pushchair-friendly?

Yes, Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway?

Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway by public transport?

Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway is well-served by public transport.
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