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The Ultimate Railway Experience

Available to book Tuesdays through to Thursdays

Please contact us on [email protected] if you're interested in booking this experience

Join us for a delightful day on the Bodmin Railway!

Start your day with a reserved car parking space and a warm greeting from your guide. Enjoy a delicious bacon butty (or pastry) and coffee at our Station Café as you get familiar with the station facilities, experience the railway’s lively atmosphere, and chat with our friendly volunteers.

After breakfast, embark on an exciting tour with your guide, visiting the Signal Box and discovering the key infrastructure on the railway’s station and platform, including the watering tower.

Board the train to Boscarne in your own private compartment with your guide. As you travel down the line, learn about Bodmin Railway’s rich history and the Bodmin Railway Preservation Society. Don’t miss the chance to step off at Boscarne Junction and watch the engine turn around.

Upon returning, your guide will collect your Platinum Afternoon Tea Box from our Café, ready for your second branch line ride in our TSO coach. Take this trip alone, soak up the views, enjoy a relaxed conversation, and savour your lunch. On your return from Bodmin Parkway, your guide will rejoin you to highlight the key interest points of the second branch line.

After disembarking from your second branch line trip, your guide will take you on a fascinating ‘Behind the Scenes’ tour of the Railway, including an exclusive viewing of our Workshops and Running Shed. Conclude your wonderful day with a refreshing ice cream on the platform.

 

 

Purchase a gift voucher today for this experience and then contact the office on [email protected] to organise your dates.

 

FAQ's

How long is the experience?

The experience will last approximately 4-5 hours.

How many people can attend the experience?

The Ultimate Railway Experience can host 2 – 7 people depending on the size of your group. We sell our tickets for this experience based in multiples of two and if a singular ticket is also available if you wish to add an extra person on.

Does the experience contain any refreshments?

Yes. The experience will breakfast with a hot drink and also a Platinum Afternoon Cream Tea Box for a lunch refreshment.

What should I wear?

Participants must wear suitable clothing and sturdy flat footwear. The experience will include a tour of both the running shed and workshop, which maybe dirty/muddy, so please do not wear your best frock or shirt. High vis will have to be worn when carrying our your tour, Bodmin Railway will provide these for you.

What happens if I need to cancel the experience?

Cancelled bookings are subject to the following charges being made:
£50 if cancelled more than 28 days in advance of the booked course date;
£100 if cancelled between 7 and 28 days in advance of the booked course date;
£150 if cancelled fewer than 7 days before the booked course date.

These charges may be waived in the event of extenuating circumstances, at the discretion of the Bodmin Railway.

If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to get in contact with us via email or phone.