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From special steam galas to family fun days, discover what's happening on the railway

Model Railway Exhibition (Day 1) Exhibition
Sat 16 May

Model Railway Exhibition (Day 1)

Over 10,000 sq. ft. of layouts, a range of trade stands, and Heritage Central attractions open as usual.

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Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th May 2026, Ride behind Tornado Steam
Sat 16 May

Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th May 2026, Ride behind Tornado

Special guest locomotive LNER Peppercorn A1 60163 'Tornado'

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Model Railway Exhibition (Day 2) Exhibition
Sun 17 May

Model Railway Exhibition (Day 2)

Over 10,000 sq. ft. of layouts, a range of trade stands, and Heritage Central attractions open as usual.

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Flying Scotsman: Legendary Journeys - Sat 23rd Steam
Sat 23 May

Flying Scotsman: Legendary Journeys - Sat 23rd

The iconic Flying Scotsman returns to the Midlands after 25 years. Don't miss your once-in-a-generation chance to travel behind Britain's most legendary locomotive.

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Flying Scotsman: Legendary Journeys - Sun 24th May Steam
Sun 24 May

Flying Scotsman: Legendary Journeys - Sun 24th May

The iconic Flying Scotsman returns to the Midlands after 25 years. Don't miss your once-in-a-generation chance to travel behind Britain's most legendary locomotive.

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Flying Scotsman: Legendary Journeys - May Bank Holiday Steam
Mon 25 May

Flying Scotsman: Legendary Journeys - May Bank Holiday

The iconic Flying Scotsman returns to the Midlands after 25 years. Don't miss your once-in-a-generation chance to travel behind Britain's most legendary locomotive.

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May Half Term Trains General
Wed 27 May

May Half Term Trains

Take a return trip on our preserved DMU railcar from Ruddington Fields Station to Rushcliffe Halt along the South Nottinghamshire countryside by using our 'Kids for a Quid' scheme.

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May Half Term Railcar Journeys- KIDS TRAVEL FOR A QUID! General
Wed 27 May

May Half Term Railcar Journeys- KIDS TRAVEL FOR A QUID!

Take a return trip on our preserved DMU railcar from Ruddington Fields Station to Rushcliffe Halt along the South Nottinghamshire countryside, PLUS Kids Travel for a £1!

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Flying Scotsman: Legendary Journeys - Sat 30th Steam
Sat 30 May

Flying Scotsman: Legendary Journeys - Sat 30th

The iconic Flying Scotsman returns to the Midlands after 25 years. Don't miss your once-in-a-generation chance to travel behind Britain's most legendary locomotive.

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Flying Scotsman: Legendary Journeys - Sun 31st Steam
Sun 31 May

Flying Scotsman: Legendary Journeys - Sun 31st

The iconic Flying Scotsman returns to the Midlands after 25 years. Don't miss your once-in-a-generation chance to travel behind Britain's most legendary locomotive.

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Steam Running Day with Fish and Chips option. Dining
Sat 6 Jun

Steam Running Day with Fish and Chips option.

Step aboard a 1950s/60s heritage carriage and enjoy Fish and Chips on a nostalgic 20-mile round trip!

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Traditional Indian Street Food Steam Train Dining
Sat 13 Jun

Traditional Indian Street Food Steam Train

Step aboard and transport to the bustling streets of India as you feast on aromatic dishes aboard a heritage steam train, travelling through the beautiful Nottinghamshire countryside!

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