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Brake Van Special

The ultimate way to authentically experience the Dean Forest Railway

Quick Details

Adult Age 18+
£16
Child 12-17 Only
£8

Join us for a special journey through the Forest in one of our restored brake vans, hauled by a heritage diesel locomotive, to experience the wind in your hair as you experience life as a goods guard back in the time when the Forest’s railways were a vital transport route for freight.

Your full round trip begins with a non-stop run to Lydney Junction, followed by a journey through the forest north to Parkend, where you will be able to see the locomotive run round, before returning to Norchard to complete your journey. Unfortunately, this experience is unsuitable for under 12’s.

Departures

10:30, 12:15 and 14:00.

Your journey lasts between 1 hour 29 minutes and 1 hour 43 minutes, depending on the departure time.