Avon Valley Railway

Bristol

Kids go half price during October Half-Term

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Kids go Half Price this Half-Term at Avon Valley Railway

  • Half-Price Half Term: Enjoy 50% off tickets on 28th & 30th October and 1st November, with a 50-minute round trip aboard one of the railway's vintage carriages.
  • Half-Price Fares: All fares discounted on applicable dates.

All aboard for October half term at Avon Valley Railway!

Make tracks for a family day out at Avon Valley Railway this October half term, with steam train adventures, Halloween magic and half-price journeys from Bitton Station. 

  • Dates: October half term activities take place on 24th, 25th, 28th, 30th & 31st October and 1st November 2026.
  • Magic Train – 24th & 25th October: Climb aboard a steam-hauled train with Lucy Lost-It for some on-board magic, then head back to Bitton Station for more family fun.
  • Kids in Fancy Dress Travel FREE: Children who arrive in Halloween fancy dress travel free during the Magic Train weekend on 24th & 25th October.
  • Birds of Prey: Meet birds of prey from Pitcombe Rock Falconry back at Bitton Station during the Magic Train weekend.
  • Autumn Trail: Keep the family entertained with an autumnal trail around Bitton Station on 24th & 25th October.

Get tickets now for an awesome historic day out at The Avon Valley Railway!

Discover the magic of the Avon Valley Railway, where history comes to life. First opened in 1869, this historic line once linked bustling cities and seaside towns, and today it’s been lovingly brought back to life.

Enjoy a charming three mile journey behind beautifully restored steam locomotives and vintage carriages. Hear the hiss of steam, feel the excitement, and share a memorable day out as you travel through the stunning Avon Valley, just like families did generations ago!

Location

Avon Valley Railway

Bitton Station,
Bath Rd,
Bitton,
Bristol,
BS30 6HD
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How to find us

By rail:

The nearest National Rail station to Bitton is Keynsham. Keynsham is on the Bristol – Westbury – Weymouth line and also served by a few Cardiff Central – Portsmouth Harbour trains.

Services are operated by Great Western Railway or South West Trains, and connect with inter-city trains also operated by Great Western Railway and Cross Country at either Bath Spa or Bristol Temple Meads

By bus:

The following bus services can be used to reach the Avon Valley Railway. The closest bus stop is at ‘Cherry Garden Road’.

  • 17 Keynsham to Southmead Hospital (via Hanham, Kingswood & Fishponds)
  • 19 Bath to Bristol Parkway Station (via Warmley, Kingswood & Downend)
  • 42 Bristol City Centre to Cherry Gardens (via St George, Kingswood & North Common)
  • 45 Bristol City Centre to Cherry Gardens (via St George, Hanham & Longwell Green)
  • 532 Yate / Emersons Green to Keynsham (via Westerleigh, Pucklechurch & Warmley)
Facilities
  • Restaurant
  • Gift Shop
  • Toilets
  • Parking
  • Accessible
  • Dogs allowed
More Info
Is there wheelchair access at Avon Valley Railway?

Wheelchair Users and those with Access needs should contact the railway Booking Office on 0117 932 5538 to purchase tickets.

Can I get food at drink at Avon Valley Railway?

Whilst there’s no food and drink available on the trains, the station Buffet at Bitton offers a wide variety of drinks, snacks and full meals from breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea. 

Do they charge for parking at Avon Valley Railway?

There is no charge for car parking at Bitton Station

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