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Swindon and Cricklade Railway
Tadpole Lane
Blunsdon
Wiltshire
SN25 2DA
Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| 2+2 standard fare (diesel day) | £18.00 per ticket |
| 2+2 standard fare (steam day) | £20.00 per ticket |
| Adult standard fare (diesel day) | £6.00 per ticket |
| Adult standard fare (steam day) | £7.00 per ticket |
| Child standard fare (diesel day) | £4.50 per ticket |
| Child standard fare (steam day) | £5.00 per ticket |
| Senior standard fare (diesel day) | £5.00 per ticket |
| Senior standard fare (steam day) | £6.00 per ticket |
PLEASE NOTE: there is an extra charge on some Special Events. E.g. Santa Special - child £10; family £32 - incl santa with present. School Holiday Specials (Wednesdays) - Adult £3:50/children & seniors £2:50
Opening Times
| 2019 Train Service (6 Mar 2019 - 18 Dec 2019) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | Closed* | |
| Tuesday | Closed* | |
| Wednesday | Closed* | |
| Thursday | Closed* | |
| Friday | Closed* | |
| Saturday | 10:30 | 16:00* |
| Sunday | 10:30 | 16:00* |
* Also open on five summer school holiday Wednesdays.
Normal running days are most week-ends throughout the year. For events programme and special days please see website or call. See website for times and events on Bank Holidays.
Facilities
Accessibility
- All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Ramp/Level Access
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Attraction Facilities
- Shop
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant - Cafe for 50 max, serving snacks. New facility in restored Norwegian coaches now available.
- Picnic Site
Establishment Features
- Dogs Accepted
- Event Venue - Licenced for civil weddings. Most functions can be hosted.
- Tea / Coffee Shop
- Toilets
Key Features
- Approx length of visit - 02:00
- In countryside
- Max group size - 999
- Min group size - 30
- Open by appointment outside normal opening times
- Outdoor Attraction
- Smoking Some Areas
Parking & Transport
- Coach Parking
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Payment Methods
- Blue Badge Guides admitted free
- MasterCard accepted
- Special group rates
- TIC Staff Admitted Free
- Visa accepted
Specialist Features
- Family Fun
- Marketed towards children
- Marketed towards families
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Venue Facilities
- Groups Accepted - Essential to prebook.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
The nearest main road is the A419, which leaves the M4 Motorway at Junction 15, signposted for Cirencester. Leave the A419 near the top of Blunsdon Hill, just north of Swindon. A major new road layout has recently been completed and, until all the signs are in place, the best approach is to follow the signs for "SPEEDWAY". The Railway is about two miles on. Our car park is immediately after a small river bridge.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Swindon station. For those wishing to use public transport to visit the Railway, Thamesdown Transport's service 15a (Mon-Sat) and Stagecoach's service 19 (Sundays & Bank Hoildays) offer a viable option. Running between Fleming Way bus station and Haydon Wick, the Oakhurst Way stop is not much more than a mile from Blunsdon Station. Fleming Way is just a few minutes' walk from Swindon Station. From the bus stop, walk North to Tadpole Lane, then turn left.
TripAdvisor
Certificate of Excellence 2018
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:
- Excellent77
- Very Good54
- Average14
- Poor4
- Terrible3
Recent Reviews:
- Phil CSwindon, England, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyMagical Santa Special
Wednesday, 26th December 2018A TrueType magical visit for the little ones. Short train ride but a lovely grotto and a great Santa. We’ll be taking our grandchildren again next year for sure. Read full review - julezhughesTelford, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyDay trip out
Tuesday, 1st January 2019A small railway, only 2.5 miles hidden away in rural Wiltshire. A little run down but with friendly volunteers to help answer any questions. Ticket allowed us to travel multiple times which helped... Read full review - anthony jMalmesbury, United KingdomTrip Type:FamilyA different dayWednesday, 9th January 2019We took our 6yr old grandson as a treat with a difference. Our engine on that day was the diesel and not the steam but that did not seem to bother our lad particularly as he was invited into the... Read full review
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