Plym Valley Railway

Marsh Mills - Plym Bridge

Railway 200 Drive A Train Day

Sunday 27th July

Have you ever wanted to drive a train and learn more about the railway industry? During the 200th anniversary year why not join us on 27 July for a day of learning about the railway industry. Under the careful supervision of our crews take to the rails and enjoy an introduction to driving. We will be offering the chance to see how the role of a driver has developed from locomotive hauled operations to Diesel Multiple Units similar to those that run on the mainline to date! We hope to inspire the next generation of drivers and demonstrate the skills that are required of a train driver.

Diesel Weekend

Saturday 20th September & Sunday 21st September

Join us as our diesel fleet take over for a weekend of intensive timetables and more.

Witches and wizards weekend

Saturday 1st November & Sunday 2nd November

Dress up and travel with us to Plym Bridge.

The Christmas Express

Various dates

Join us at the most wonderful time of year for a warm journey up to Plym Bridge to meet Santa who is making a special journey to meet you all!

Mince Pie Trains

Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th December

Relax after the festive period with a Mince Pie on board one of our trains.

GOLD DAY
Special Event
Please see our Events pages for more information
Advance booking may be required. Altered timetables and fares may be in use.
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RED DAY
Steam Running Day
Travel from Marsh Mills to Plym Bridge by steam train. Standard fares and timetable applies.
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ORANGE DAY

Diesel Running Day
Travel from Marsh Mills to Plym Bridge by diesel train. Standard fares and timetable applies.

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BLUE DAY
Diesel Running Day
Travel from Marsh Mills to Plym Bridge by our Diesel Multiple Unit.
Standard fares and timetable applies.
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GREEN DAY
Diesel Brake Van Rides. Travel to Plym Bridge in our restored Brake Van. Please note: limited capacity, is not disabled friendly.
Standard fares and timetable applies.
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PURPLE DAY
Driver Experiences
Take the controls of a steam or diesel locomotive or Class 142/3 for a 60 minute driver experience. Advance booking is essential.
Please see Driver Experiences pages on the website.
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Standard Fares- for all Red, Orange, Blue & Green Days

	Single ^{(One way journey)}	Return ^{(One return journey)}	Rover ^{(Unlimited travel all day)}
Adult	£4.00	£8.00	£12.00
Child	£2.50	£4.00	£6.00
NEW FAMILY TICKET	2 Adults & 2 Children Return	£20.00

Timetable- for all Red, Orange, Blue & Green Days

Marsh Mills dep	11:00	11:45	12:30	14:00	14:45	15:45
Depart Plym Bridge	11:15	12:00	12:45	14:15	15:00	16:00

Birthday Parties on Running Days

Train hire during running days is a great way for a train lover to celebrate a special occasion on board our steam or diesel train.

Private Hire

For groups, trips and outings, private hire is a great way to plan an event or outing with the flexibility of our own train and timetable!

Volunteer

Are you interested in railways? Would you like to learn new skills? Do you have some spare time or need experience? The Plym Valley Railway needs you!

Learn More

The Plym Valley Railway was founded in 1980 with an aim of restoring part of the ex-Great Western branch line from Plymouth to Tavistock that was closed in 1962. The first milestone, Marsh Mills to World’s End, was complete in September 2001. The second milestone, Marsh Mills to Lee Moor Crossing was opened in May 2008 which allowed passengers to ride 3/4 mile of track along the Plym Valley.

On December 30th 2012 Plym Bridge Platform was opened to the public. This marked 50 years and a day since the line was closed, and also the completion of the laying of 1.5 miles of track. On selected days we run train services from Marsh Mills to Plym Bridge.

Marsh Mills is a heritage railway centre where we are preserving steam and diesel locomotives, carriages, wagons and other historic railway artefacts to recreate the atmosphere of a bygone age.

The railway is always looking for new and enthusiastic volunteers in all departments, including motive power, permanent way, carriage and wagon, building and works, fundraising and retail outlets– for further details please ask the staff in the Buffet.

Help the Plym Valley Railway to progress projects, restore our locomotives, maintain the infrastructure and improve our facilities. We appreciate all donations no matter how small as all funds raised through running trains, purchasing items or donating are invested into the railway.

£ 10