Avon Valley Railway

Steam trains operate Sundays and bank holidays from April to October, plus Tues - Thursday in school holidays. Diesel trains operate most Saturdays, April-August. Also operates weekends at Christmas.

Combined rail and river boat trips operate on all steam days from the beginning of April to the end of September except 6/7 May and 30th July. Talking timetable: 0117 932 7296.

The Avon Valley Railway is more than just a steam train ride, offering a whole new experience for some or a nostalgic memory for others. Steam trains run to the edge of the scenic Avon Valley. Special events arranged throughout the year. Courses on learning how to drive a steam engine. Call talking timetable for details: 0117 932 7296. Monthly Sunday lunch trains. Children’s parties.
Site entry is free, train rides are payable.

Opening Times

2008 Opening 1 Jan 2008 - 31 Dec 2008

Events

Tickets Information

Road Directions

On the A431 main road, approximately one mile from the town of Keynsham. Car parking spaces are available at Bitton station, and are free.

Public Transport Directions

The nearest station to Bitton is Keynsham which is on the Bristol - Weymouth and Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour train services.
Buses 532 and 533 from Keynsham run twice an hour Monday to Saturday from the stop immediately across the road from Keynsham station car park entrance,
From Bristol or Bath, you can ride along the popular Bristol/Bath Railway Path (Route 4 of the National Cycle Network).

 Facilities

• Gift Shop
• Out of Hours Visits

Venue Facilities

• Wedding Venue

Provider Preferences

• Film or TV location
• Of historic, literary or architectural interest

Accessibility

• Accessible to Wheelchair Users
• On Bus Route

Children & Infants

• Facilities for children

Parking & Transport

• Car parking

Catering

• Picnic Site
• Restaurant

Payment Methods

• JCB accepted
• MasterCard accepted
• Solo accepted
• Switch accepted
• Visa accepted

Establishment Features

• Available for wedding receptions
• Conference facilities
• Event venue