Annual Gala & Young Engineers Workshop at Bredgar Railway

Sun Oct 05 2025 at 10:00 am to 05:00 pm UTC+01:00

Bredgar And Wormshill Light Railway | Sittingbourne

Christy Fouracre
Publisher/HostChristy Fouracre
Annual Gala & Young Engineers Workshop at Bredgar Railway
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Visit the picturesque full size railway with steam and diesel engines in the heart of the Kent countryside.
This October event day is the annual event Gala with multiple steam and diesel locos in service. It's a great opportunity for photographs and to ride the train pulled by your favourite loco.
Set in parkland and woodland, this is a beautiful location with a number of attractions including rides on our passenger steam trains from Warren Wood station through to Stony Shaw and back again.
There's a huge model railway, museum, tractors, traction engines as well as the UK's only aerial American fire truck. Climb the 105 ft ladder if you dare!
There is a spot the train hunt for the kids on this day. Pick up an entry form at the gate or the shop and Receive a free gift if you find them all!
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICE
Young Engineers Workshop - suitable for young and old
11.30am and 1.30pm - In the Engine Shed
Meet Chris Vine, author of the Peter’s Railway series when he will explain how a steam engine works, beside one of our beautiful machines. Chris has some demonstrations to explain some of the engineering concepts. Also, some “Thought Experiments”!!
If you'd like to attend the talk and workshop, tick the box at the checkout for a FREE BWLR CAP on the day.
For more information on Peter's Railway: https://petersrailway.com/
Complete your day out with a visit to the Station Tea Room for a 'proper' coffee and some excellent cake. Or grab a something at the grill and lay out your picnic blanket for a fantastic day out.
Purchase early bird price tickets here: https://shop.beyonk.com/vmkj08cc/experiences/yakosu7c
Tickets are also available on the day at the gate for the standard price. Details at https://bwlr.co.uk/next-open-day/
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Bredgar And Wormshill Light Railway, Bredgar & Wormshill Light Railway, Swanton Street, Sittingbourne, ME9 8AT, United Kingdom

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