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The 1940s weekend at Cholsey & Wallingford Railway

Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th October

Experience the 1940s and the Second World War with authentic re-enactors, Home Guard, Allied Forces, Special Operations and Home Front displays along with 1940s singers and vintage vehicles. Be sure to help our Policeman by keeping an eye out for any illicit black market deals happening at the station.

Interact with our re-enactors throughout the site, they’ll be able to tell you their story and have a surprise or two for you.

What's on:

• A 1940s experience recreating the sights and sounds of Wallingford, and further afield, during World War 2.
• Vintage vehicles - traction engines, military vehicles, classic cars and motorbikes.
• Live music - fabulous singers performing the sounds of the 1940s to get your feet moving.
• Exciting interactive experiences with surprises in store throughout the day.
• Heritage train rides available on our rural branchline throughout the day.
• Food and drink.
• Plus, much, much more!

Please note there will be no parking at Wallingford Station during the 40s weekend. It is possible to board at Cholsey Station.

Find out more on the Wallingford Back to the Forties website.

Departures from Wallingford on Saturday: 1010, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1400, 1500 and 1600.

Departures from Cholsey on Saturday: 1030, 1130, 1230, 1330, 1430, 1530, 1630.

Departures from Wallingford on Sunday: 1010, 1100, 1200, 1300, 1400 and 1500.

Departures from Cholsey on Sunday: 1030, 1130, 1230, 1330, 1430 and 1530.

Ticket Prices

Dates

03 October 2026

04 October 2026

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