Events

The following events are planned for 2008, and details will be released closer to the dates. Note: Driver for a Fiver also operates on some Event days.

Somerset Voices

March 16 - April 13
The railway will be hosting the Somerset voices touring exhibition. Come and hear the unique archive of over 500 recordings of the 20th century Somerset life.

Easter Family Fun

March 21 - 24
Put a spring in your step this Easter with fun family activities for everyone.

Spring into Steam

April 5 - 6
Our first Steam Gala weekend of the year features lots of engines, freight trains as well as our normal passenger services. A busy day with lots going on for everyone, whether family, photographer, or enthusiast!

Cider, Cheese & Steam

April 26 - 27
Come and find out what Somerset is best known for together with a ride on a steam train – the perfect combination! Meet local suppliers, taste their produce and take some home for later.

Day Out with Thomas featuring Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends

May 3 - 5
Come and join Thomas the Tank Engine and friends for a weekend of fun.

Quarry Weekend

June 21 - 22
Discover how the Mendip quarry and railway have been linked over the last 150 years. Go behind the scenes of the quarry with guided tours, vintage bus rides and more.

Day Out with Thomas featuring Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends

August 13th/14th/16th/17th
Come and join Thomas the Tank Engine and friends for a weekend of fun.

1940s Weekend

August 23 – 25
Travel back in time to 1940s Britain. See the vintage vehicle rally with examples of civilian, military and agricultural vehicles of the time. Enjoy music from the period and browse the craft tents for locally made gifts and produce.

Mendip Steam Dream

September 6 - 7
The second of our Gala weekends with an intensive timetable of engines and freight trains. More trains to see and ride on!

150th Anniversary Weekend

November 9
The clocks are turned back 150 years as we recreate the opening of the line on this day in 1858. See the arrival of the “first” train decorated with flowers and welcomed by marching band just as it was then. A real day to remember.

Footplate Experience Days

June 21, 27 & 30.
BR 9F no.92203 "Black Prince" returns and will be available for unique footplate experiences on three days only (NOTE: Ordinary flootplate courses operate throughout the year).

 

Wine & Dine

Relax and enjoy a traditional lunch or evening meal as you steam through the rolling Mendip countryside in the first class dining carriages of the Mendip Belle. Advanced booking essential.

Sunday Lunch

Why not let us take care of your Sunday lunch? The train departs at 12.30 with the meal served at your reserved table during your journey. Price £22.50.

  • March 16
  • April 13
  • May 11
  • July 13 & 27
  • August 10
  • September 14
  • October 12
  • November 16

Special Occasions

Celebrate these special occasions. Prices start from £25.

  • Mother’s Day lunch - March 2, 12.30pm
  • Father’s Day lunch - June 15, 12.30pm
  • Christmas - December 19, 7.30pm

Strawberries & Cream

New for 2008 is the chance to enjoy Somerset strawberries and a delicious cream tea on board. Wednesday & Sunday afternoons in June/July (except June 15 & 22, July 13 & 27) Price: £10 (includes train ticket)

Murder Mystery Evenings

Enjoy an evening of mystery and suspense as passengers on the “Cranmore Flyer” fall victim to an unknown assailant. Can you solve whodunnit and win a prize? Price: £32.50

  • May 17
  • July 5
  • September 27
  • October 25