1940s Weekend

at Telford Steam Railway

Telford Available from Sat 8 Aug to Sun 9 Aug

Inc. unlimited, all-day travel

Visit 3 railway stations!

Book Telford Steam Railway tickets & step back in time at the 1940s Weekend!

Get ready to relive the spirit of the 1940s as Telford Steam Railway transforms into a vibrant wartime celebration! Enjoy vintage entertainment, military re‑enactments, classic vehicles, live music and unlimited heritage railway travel across three historic stations.

  • Experience musical acts, re‑enactors, promenaders, traders & vintage vehicles across the full site[
  • See demonstrations from military & classic vehicles and meet historical figures like “Churchill” and “Montgomery”
  • Enjoy unlimited all‑day rides on the standard gauge railway plus the Telford Town Tramway
  • Your ticket includes access to the full 1940s programme across all stations & venues

All aboard for a full day of 1940s entertainment in Telford

  • Dates: August 8th & 9th
  • Age Suitability: Suitable for all ages!
  • Location: Across Spring Village, Horsehay & Dawley and Lawley Halt stations at Telford Steam Railway
  • Tickets include: Unlimited steam train rides, tramway access & entry to all 1940s activities and displays
  • Please Note: Services, attractions & locomotive appearances may be subject to change without notice

Vintage music, wartime scenes & living history - included in your tickets!

As you travel between the stations, discover 1940s musical performances, battlefield scenes, military demonstrations and period characters. Multiple stages host performers including Ava Evergreen, The Ronnies and The Blitz Dancers, creating an authentic 1940s atmosphere across the line.

Re‑enactment groups bring WWII history to life with uniforms, memorabilia and live demonstrations. At select times, demonstrations from military vehicles and (TBC) even a Battle of Britain flypast add to the immersive experience.

  • Vintage Vehicles: Military & classic vehicles on display across stations, with scheduled demos (TBC)
  • Musical Acts: Live 1940s music across multiple stages, from swing to wartime classics
  • Re‑enactors: Meet the 245 Province Squadron plus Churchill & Montgomery re‑creating iconic wartime speeches
  • Tramway & Steam Rides: Unlimited rides on both the heritage railway & tramway all day long
  • Vintage Traders Market: Expanded for 2026 at Horsehay Village Hall, featuring stalls & musical acts
  • Extra Attractions: Phoenix Miniature Railway (£2), Horsehay Café, museum, picnic areas & Top Link Model Railway

Book 1940s Weekend tickets and enjoy a full day of nostalgia, history, heritage steam travel & unforgettable wartime entertainment at Telford Steam Railway! Tickets delivered instantly via email & SMS. 

Location

Horsehay and Dawley Station

off St Lukes Rd,
Doseley,
Telford,
TF4 3BD
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How to find us

Activities take place across all Telford Steam Railway Stations!

  • Horsehay and Dawley: Steam Railway, Horsehay and Dawley Station, off St Lukes Rd, Doseley, Telford TF4 3BD
  • Spring Village Station: Spring Village Station, Telford Steam Railway, 52 Bridge Rd, Spring Village, Horsehay, Telford TF4 2NF
  • Horsehay Village Hall: 3 Bridge Rd, Horsehay, Telford TF4 2NF
  • Lawley Halt: Accessible via train only
Facilities
  • Stations are wheelchair accessible
  • Food and drink
  • Parking at Horsehay Station
More Info
Is Telford Steam Railway wheelchair accessible?

Due to the nature of the coaches, Telford Steam Railway is not currently wheelchair accessible. 

Are there any age restrictions for Telford Steam Railway?

Telford Steam Railway is suitable for all ages!

How long do steam tram rides at Telford Steam Railway run for?

A full round trip lasts for approx. 50 minutes

Is there food and drink at Telford Steam Railway?

The Horsehay Cafe will also be available next door, for a lovely meal or drink.

What's included in Telford Steam Railway tickets?

Included in your tickets:

  • Pay Once and Ride All Day: Ride on all the standard gauge services throughout the day 
  • Three Historic Stations: Climb aboard your heritage train and journey to three historic stations, to uncover the history of each site
  • Telford Town Tramway: Ride on the UK's only Steam Tramway at Horsehay Pool. The unique 2ft Gauge steam tram will let you relive the lost age of steam trams. 
  • Journey to Old Loco Shed Station: Have a peek into our engineering workshops, and see future restoration projects. 
  • Model Railway Exhibition: Discover the miniature world at the Top Link Model Railway. Situated in Railway House, this expansive layout lets you marvel at the railways from above. There are three wonderful layouts for you to view, including a recreation of Stafford Station before redevelopment.
  • The Horsehay Cafe will also be available next door, for a lovely meal or drink.

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