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Throughout the summer holidays, we are open Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays until August 31.

Enjoy UNLIMITED train rides from just £6, with Class 03/08 locomotives or bubble car on select days. The model rail, museum, and signal box will be open.

The miniature railway will operate on some days.

The static HST buffet on platform 3 offers food and drinks on select dates (closed July 27, August 3, 24, 31, Sept 7).

Dogs welcome. Picnic areas available.

Tickets can be booked online or bought on the day.

We are not open Saturday, 26th July, Saturday, 30th August.

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Public Transport Directions

88 bus towards Great Yeldham

Summer at the Colne Valley Railway

Type:School Holiday Event

Colne Valley Railway, Colne Valley Railway, Hedingham Station, Yeldham Road, Castle Hedingham, Essex, CO9 3DZ

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Opening Times

Season (23 July 2025 - 31 Aug 2025)
Day	Times
Monday - Sunday	10:30	- 17:00

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