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Live power car change
At 1pm, there will be a live HST power car swap demonstration. Watch a power car being uncoupled from the set and drawn away, after which the replacement power car will be coupled up.

Unlimited HST Rides
Your ticket includes unlimited travel. Hop on and sit on board all day.

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Available on the day and bookable in the onboard buffet

All day:
- Train every 30 minutes
- Food, drinks & licensed bar onboard open all day
- Air-conditioned, open first-class seating
- Dogs welcome
- Free parking

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HSThree - Ride behind 3 InterCity 125 Power cars in one day

Type:Half Term Event

Colne Valley Railway, Colchester, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham, Essex, CO4 9FF

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Tel07843284009

Opening Times

Season (23 May 2026)
Day	Times
Saturday	10:30	- 17:00

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