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Welcome to the Cholsey and Wallingford heritage railway, where you can experience the charm and nostalgia of a bygone era. Our railway offers a unique opportunity to travel back in time and enjoy a leisurely journey through the picturesque countryside. Our service runs on selected days throughout the year, our timetable further down the page shows our opertaing days for this year.
A round trip from Wallingford to Cholsey takes around 45 minutes, allowing you to sit back, relax, and take in the beautiful scenery with tea, coffee, and cake.
We offer a range of fares to suit all requirements, including exclusive use of a table or compartment for groups of up to four or six passengers. Please note that pre-booked catering is not currently available for individual Adult/Children tickets, so we recommend booking a table or compartment to avoid disappointment.
We can't wait to welcome you aboard for a journey through the beautiful countryside, where you can relax, unwind, and enjoy your trip along the Bunkline. Discover our fares below for more information and dont forget it is advisable to book ahead, although some tickets are often available on the day. Online tickets are on sale until 24 hours before the service departs.
Magic on Rails
Magic on Rails. As if a trip on our line weren't magical enough, we're conjuring up a special treat for the early May Bank Holiday. Sunday 5th and Monday 6th May.
On Sunday 5th and Monday 6th May, our resident magician, Simon Says Magic, will be moving through the train and amazing you with his feats of prestidigitation.
Fares and Tickets
| Ticket | Price | Buy |
| Exclusive use of table of up to 4 passengers | £28 | |
| Exclusive use of compartment of 6 (6 adults or 4 adults & 4 children) | £45 | |
| Adult - Unreserved seating | £13 | |
| Child (3 - 18) - Unreserved seating | £6 | |
| Tea / Cake | £3.50 / £3.50 | |
| REAL ALE TRAIN WITH LOVE BEER | From £20.00 |
Enjoy a journey riding on a vintage train through the South Oxfordshire countryside with tea, coffee, and cake. A round journey lasts around 45 mins.
Tea, coffee, or cake from £3.50 per person (must be booked in advance)
Note: For operational reasons, on train pre-booked catering is only available when boarding at Wallingford, and not available for individual Adult/Children tickets, please book a table/compartment
Wheelchair Users – due to the construction and layout of our 1950s coaches access is very limited for people with mobility issues. Wheelchair users may travel along with one accompanied companion in the Guard's brake van, a ramp can be provided to aid boarding. Please contact us in advance and we will endeavour to assist you.
Concessionary Travel Offer
Buy one Standard Adult ticket (£13) and one carer or companion is admitted for standard travel free of charge per wheelchair user, visually impaired visitor, or another person whose disability necessitates a carer. Please note concessionary fares are not available on any dining services.
Well-behaved pet dogs are welcome and travel free of charge – please keep them off the seats or in any dining areas.
Buggies and Strollers can be accommodated on the train in the Guards brake van, please see a member of our train crew. They may also be left at Wallingford Station, please see a member of our Platform staff.
Timetable
Please note our timetable may vary depending on the service we are operating and during special events.
Services will be either steam or heritage diesel depending on operational availability and the railway reserves the right to change any advertised loco as required.
Departure Times |
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Wallingford |
11.00, 12.30, 14.00, 15.30 |
Cholsey |
11.30, 13.00, 14.30 |
Start your heritage railway journey today and book your tickets to travel through the countryside on "The Bunk"
Magic on Rails
Magic on Rails. As if a trip on our line weren't magical enough, we're conjuring up a special treat for the early May Bank Holiday. Sunday 5th and Monday 6th May.
On Sunday 5th and Monday 6th May, our resident magician, Simon Says Magic, will be moving through the train and amazing you with his feats of prestidigitation.
Real Ale Train with LoveBeer
Real Ale Train with LoveBeer Brewery. Saturday 11th May.
Our guest brewer will explain how beer is made, whilst you sample a range of beers, included in the ticket price.
Sorry! There are currently no events available.
Start your heritage railway journey today and book your tickets to travel through the countryside on "The Bunk"
Running Days 2024
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Wallingford Station, 5 Hithercroft Road, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 9GQ