Bluebells Steam Event Day: Bredgar & Wormshill Railway

at Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway
Sittingbourne Available from Sun 3 May to Sun 3 May

All aboard for Bredgar Railway’s first steam event day of the year!

Bredgar Railway kicks off the season in spectacular style as their magnificent steam locomotives fire back into action. This is no ordinary ride, it’s a nostalgic, scenic journey through peaceful parkland and woodlands bursting with wild bluebells, creating one of the most beautiful railway experiences of the year.

Bluebell Steam Day highlights:

  • Ride as many times as you like throughout the day
  • Historic locomotives hauling traditional carriages
  • A stunning round trip through bluebell‑filled woodland
  • Explore the Engine Shed with vintage tractors, classic engines, old locomotives and heritage cars
  • Visiting exhibitor engines
  • The towering 105ft American Aerial Ladder Fire Truck — climb it if you dare!
  • Tractor & trailer rides
  • When it’s time to take a breather, guests can follow the irresistible smells to the Station Tea Room
  • Or head to the grill for hot food, or spread out your picnic blanket on the grass and enjoy the peaceful surroundings!

Bluebell Steam Day details:

  • Date: Sunday 3rd May 2026
  • First departure: 11:00am
  • Frequent departures until 3:30pm

With steam trains, nature, vintage machinery and hands‑on fun everywhere you go, Bredgar Railway’s first Steam Event Day is the perfect blend of nostalgia, exploration and pure joy.

Location

Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway

The Warren,
Stanton Street,
Sittingbourne,
Kent,
ME9 8AT
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Facilities
  • Tea room
  • Toilets
  • Parking
More Info
Is the Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway accessible?

Please find here accessibility information regarding the Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway:

  • Car Park: For those with mobility needs, there is parking on hard standing close to the ticket office. During the week, on a non-event day, you may drive down to the Tearoom to drop off any passengers close to the Tearoom and return to the car park with your vehicle.
  • Engine Shed: Access to the engine shed is a wide and gentle slope. There are no steps within the building.
  • Platforms and Carriages: Both platforms have accessibility ramps available to embark/disembark the carriages to enable wheelchairs/scooters/prams on board. We have one carriage with capacity of two wheelchairs. If you are able to leave the chair/scooter/pram at our designated parking next to the platform you are welcome to.
  • Toilets: There is one toilet available with wheelchair access, handrails and a baby change table. This is situated next to the platform and opposite the Tearoom.
  • Tea Room: The tea room entrance is ramped to allow for chair/scooter access.
Are dogs allowed at Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway?

Yes, well-behaved dogs on leads are very welcome. 

Are prams allowed at Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway?

Yes prams for small babies are able to board the train, however as space is limited, pushchairs for older children are asked to be parked at the station prior to the ride.

How long is the Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway?

The train ride takes approximately 15 minutes. 

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