# Dean Forest Railway > Dean Forest Railway, known as The Friendly Forest Line, offers heritage train journeys and related experiences in the Forest of Dean, along with visitor information, special events, and organisational details. ## Booking Portal - [Booking Portal] (https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/deanforestrailway/) : A FareHarbor-powered booking portal for Dean Forest Railway. ## Activities & Experiences - [Bluey Visits the Dean Forest Railway] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/bluey/) : An activity themed around a visit from Bluey at Dean Forest Railway. - [Diesel Driving Experience] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/diesel-driving-experience/) : A private driving experience on a heritage diesel locomotive, including tours and driving time. - [Diesel Gala] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/diesel-gala/) : A diesel-themed gala day featuring heritage diesel operations on the line. - [Evening Carol Service Steam Train] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/evening-carol-service-steam-train/) : An evening steam train journey that includes readings and carols. - [Evening Fish & Chip Steam Train] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/evening-steam-train-fish-chip-supper/) : An evening steam train ride with a fish and chip meal served on board. - [First Class Evening Fish & Chip Steam Train] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/first-class-evening-fish-chip-steam-train/) : A first class evening steam train experience with a fish and chip supper. - [First Class Steam Train Ride] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/first-class-steam-train-ride/) : A first class steam train journey on the Hawksworth Inspection Saloon. - [Forest Flyer – Norchard-Parkend Return] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/forest-flyer/) : A return trip from Norchard to Parkend on a diesel multiple unit as a shorter sample of the line. - [Forest Railway Stories] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/forest-railway-stories/) : An activity or event themed around stories connected with the railway. - [Heritage Diesel Day Rover] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/heritage-diesel-train-ride/) : An all-day rover ticket for travel behind a heritage diesel locomotive. - [Heritage Diesel Railcar Train Ride] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/heritage-diesel-railcar-train-ride/) : A diesel railcar journey of around 1.5 hours along the line. - [Heritage Diesel Train Ride] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/diesel-train-ride/) : A diesel-hauled train ride of around 1.5 hours on the Dean Forest Railway. - [Lunchtime Fish & Chip Steam Train] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/lunchtime-fish-chip-steam-train/) : A daytime steam train trip including a fish and chip meal. - [Murder Mystery on a Steam Train] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/murder-mystery/) : An evening steam train experience with a murder mystery and a two-course meal. - [Open House Historical Tour] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/open-house-historical-tour/) : A historical tour event related to Dean Forest Railway and its heritage. - [Parkend Carnival Shuttle Train] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/parkend-carnival-shuttle-train/) : Shuttle train services associated with the Parkend Carnival. - [Royal Forest of Steam Gala] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/steam-gala/) : The signature Royal Forest of Steam Gala with an intensive timetable and visiting locomotives. - [Santa Specials] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/santa-specials/) : Christmas steam train rides where visitors can meet Santa and his elves. - [Signalling Experience] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/signalling-experience/) : A signalling-focused experience day relating to railway operations. - [Spring Steam Gala] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/spring-steam-gala/) : A steam gala event operating an all-day timetable of heritage services. - [Steam Day Rover] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/steam-day-rover/) : An all-day rover ticket for steam-hauled services on the line. - [Steam Footplate Driving Experience] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/footplate-experience/) : A supervised driving and operating experience on a steam locomotive. - [Steam Train Ride] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/steam-train-ride/) : A standard steam-hauled train ride along the Dean Forest Railway. - [Tanker Train Days] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/tanker-train-days/) : Special days featuring tanker train workings on the railway. - [Thai Evening Steam Train] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/evening-steam-dining-train-thai-evening/) : An evening steam train dining experience with a Thai meal. - [Witches & Wizards Weekend] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/experiences/witches-wizards-weekend/) : A themed weekend steam train event with a witches and wizards theme. ## Plan Your Visit - [COVID-19 Statement] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/covid-19/) : Information about how services and operations have been adjusted to be COVID-19 compliant. - [Destinations] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/destinations/) : Descriptions of stations and destinations along the Dean Forest Railway, including Lydney Junction. - [Forest Flyer – Norchard-Parkend Return] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/forest-flyer/) : A shorter return trip between Norchard and Parkend, giving an overview of the line. - [Home] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/home/) : Main overview page introducing Dean Forest Railway, current service information, and key visitor updates. - [Locomotive Roster] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/locomotive-roster/) : A listing of which locomotive is rostered to work which trains on given dates. - [Plan Your Visit] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/plan-your-visit/) : Visitor information including timetable, calendar, and guidance on how to get to the railway. ## Private Events & Groups - [Groups] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/groups/) : Information on discounted fares and catering options for groups of 20 or more people. - [Training & Testing] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/training/) : Details of using the Dean Forest Railway for rail industry training, testing, and support services. ## Locomotives, Museum & Collections - [Diesel Locomotives] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/diesel-locomotives/) : Information about diesel locomotives that have operated or currently operate on the railway. - [DMU Group] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/dmugroup/) : Details of the volunteer group preserving and operating Class 108 diesel railcars. - [Locomotives and Rolling Stock] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/locomotives-and-rolling-stock/) : Overview of heritage locomotives, carriages and wagons at Dean Forest Railway. - [Museum] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/museum/) : Information about the museum at the railway, specialising in local and Severn & Wye artefacts. - [Steam Locomotives] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/steam-locomotives/) : Information about steam locomotives based at or associated with Dean Forest Railway. ## Company - [About] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/about/) : Background to the railway, its history, and development from the original Severn & Wye lines. - [Awards] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/awards/) : A list and description of awards received by Dean Forest Railway. - [Filming & Photography] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/filming/) : Information for photography, film and TV productions wishing to use the railway. - [Job Vacancies] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/jobs/) : Current job vacancy listings and employment information. - [Join Us] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/join-us/) : Information about the Dean Forest Railway Society, membership, and volunteering. - [Team] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/team/) : Details of key staff and organisational roles within the railway and associated bodies. ## Policies & FAQs - [Cookie Policy (UK)] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/cookie-policy-uk/) : Information on cookie usage for UK visitors to the website. - [Privacy Policy] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/privacy-policy/) : The main privacy policy covering data handling by Dean Forest Railway. - [Privacy Statement (UK)] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/privacy-statement-uk/) : Additional or UK-specific privacy information and statements. ## Gift Vouchers - [Gift Certificates] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/gift-certificates/) : Information and purchasing options for Dean Forest Railway gift certificates. ## Contact - [Contact] (https://deanforestrailway.co.uk/contact/) : Contact details and directions for reaching Dean Forest Railway.