About Severn Valley Railway

Do your kids love playing with trains? This is one you simply cannot miss out on - take your little engine drivers on a real steam train ride with Severn Valley Railway, and you’ll become the best parent ever in no time!

Choo-choo on a train journey between Kidderminster and Bridgnorth along the scenic River Severn. The views are stunning, and if you pay attention, you can spot the 200ft Victoria Bridge from 'The 39 Steps' film. Give your little ones a camera or a sketchpad, and watch them get creative!

  • The UK's best steam railway!

    Embark on an adventure at the Severn Valley Railway, an award-winning heritage railway visitor attraction, running through 16-miles of beautiful Worcestershire and Shropshire countryside. Climb on-board and step back in time to experience the golden age of travel with journeys behind original steam trains and heritage diesel locomotives. Discover beautifully restored original stations along the line, plus fascinating towns and villages, as well as The Engine House Visitor Centre – a great day for all the family.

  • Amazing events!

    Don't miss our five-star Christmas events:

    - Santa's Steam Specials from Kidderminster to see a pantomime and receive a present from Father Christmas.

  • The Engine House, Highley

    You’ll want to make time to visit the jewel in the crown of the SVR! Our visitor centre is next to Highley station, and it’s where you can get up-close-and-personal with some very special locomotives.

Attraction Details

Opening Times

Regular Times

  • Monday, Closed
  • Tuesday, 10:00 - 18:00
  • Wednesday, 10:00 - 18:00
  • Thursday, 10:00 - 18:00
  • Friday, Closed
  • Saturday, 10:00 - 18:00
  • Sunday, 10:00 - 18:00

The SVR is open Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday off-peak; Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday in the summer holidays; and every day in May and October half-terms.

Check the website for more details.

Plan Your Visit

Clock IconTypical visit time more than 5 hours
Tick IconSuitable for Kids and Adults too

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Severn Valley Railway

Severn Valley Railway , Station Drive, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY10 1QX, England

You can also arrive by mainline train from Birmingham or Worcester

Tel: 01562757900

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Last updated: 15:01 04/08/2026

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