South Devon Railway

The South Devon Railway is a fantastic, steamy day out! It’s one of the West Country’s top tourist attractions and will appeal to everyone in the family.
Come and enjoy an outstanding seven-mile train ride behind a magnificent GWR steam engine between Buckfastleigh and Totnes, along one of England’s most beautiful stretches of river.
There is loads to see and do. We have a play area, gardens, riverside picnic area, museum, workshop, refreshment rooms and a great gift shop. Buckfastleigh station, just off the A38, midway between Exeter and Plymouth, has plenty of free car parking. The SDR station at Totnes is a short walk from Totnes town and the main line station.
We’re part of 3 Great Attractions 1 Amazing Day with brilliant value joint tickets for Dartmoor Otters & Buckfast Butterflies and the Totnes Rare Breeds Farm.
Come and see us!

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Information on South Devon Railway , The Station , Dart Bridge Road , Buckfastleigh

Opening Times:	Trains run from March to October and at Christmas. Please telephone 0843 357 1420 for details.
Admission:	(2011) Return Tickets: Adult £10.00, Child (5-14) £6.00, Under 5 Free, Senior Citizen £9.50, Family (2+2) £29.80. Please check website. Great value 3 Great Attractions 1 Amazing Day joint tickets.
Child Friendly:	Children of all ages welcome
Dog Friendly:	Dogs Permitted
Location:	Buckfastleigh station is just off the A38, midway between Exeter and Plymouth. Sat Nav: TQ11 0DZ
Facilities:	Disabled Access, Museum, Play area, Workshops, Gardens, Picnic area, Riverside walks, Parking, Refreshments, Shop

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1960s British Railways Mixed Traction Weekend (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 25 May 2013 – Mon 27 May 2013

A return to the swinging sixties when steam and diesel worked together. Plus period vehicles, Spring Ale Festival and more.

Teddy Bears’ Picnic (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Fri 31 May 2013 – Fri 31 May 2013

If you go down to the woods today... Bring your favourite Teddy for a picnic on our train; departing at 1.00pm. Entry to Totnes Rare Breeds Farm included. Booking essential.

Military Weekend (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 06 Jul 2013 – Sun 07 Jul 2013

A nostalgic return to Britain in the 1940s and thereafter. Military vehicles and displays and a busy railway theme. Staged with the Devon Area Military Vehicle Trust.

Bank Holiday 'RAILS & ALES' (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Fri 23 Aug 2013 – Mon 26 Aug 2013

A great family day out with steam and diesel trains all day and into the evening with an ale and cider festival at Staverton station.

Heritage Transport Gala and ‘BEHIND THE SCENES’ (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 14 Sep 2013 – Sun 15 Sep 2013

Steam and diesel trains, goods trains, classic vehicles and a fascinating look behind the scenes at how we operate the railway.

Halloween Express (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Thu 31 Oct 2013 – Thu 31 Oct 2013

Trick or treat?! A special train leaving Buckfastleigh at 6.30pm. Booking essential.

Half Price Weekend (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 02 Nov 2013 – Sun 03 Nov 2013

To bring down the curtain on the 2013 season, travel all day at half price!

Santa by Steam (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sun 01 Dec 2013 – Mon 23 Dec 2013

Come and see Santa on board his special grotto train! He will be handing out a Christmas gift to every child who travels, while there are mince pies and mulled wine for the grown ups. Booking essential. 1st, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 18th - 23rd December.

Mince Pie Specials (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 28 Dec 2013 – Wed 01 Jan 2014

Come and see us after Christmas and into the New Year and enjoy a mince pie and a trip down the line. Booking not required.

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