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The railway operates a round trip of over 20 miles between Toddington (see map) and Cheltenham Racecourse (follow AA signs), where the station is within the racecourse grounds. Departing from the restored station at Toddington you travel past the village of Didbrook and the site of Hayles Abbey Halt, once busy with fruit growers and visitors to the Abbey. Good views of the Cotswold Hills can be seen from both sides of the train.
On arrival at Winchcombe Station you will observe the original Monmouth Troy station
building, rebuilt on this site by our volunteers. After a brief stop at Winchcombe, the train continues its journey through a cutting into Greet Tunnel which at 693 yards, is one of the longest on a preserved railway. Upon leaving the tunnel, you pass through the village of Gretton, hamlets of Stanley Pontlarge and Far Stanley, with views over the Vale of Evesham to the Malvern Hills.
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the long run through Dixton cutting, the train passes Gotherington Station (privately owned and with no public access) to the limit of the line. A short platform and waiting shelter have been constructed opposite Gotherington Station. Trains stop here by request only. There is no car parking at Gotherington. Access is by foot via Granna Lane only. The GWR has recently relaid a further 3 miles of track to Cheltenham Race Course, which is now open to the public.
The
GWR holds special events throughout the year. These range from Day out with Thomas and Santa Specials for the children to Steam and Diesel Galas, classic vehicle weekends and other themed events for both the family and pure enthusiast.
The line is now being extended northwards towards Broadway, for progress reports visit the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway website.
General Information:
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Opening Times
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(2007 times)
Trains operate from the first weekend in March, with services on most weekends and Bank Holidays through until the popular Santa Specials and Christmas running in December.During July and August, trains run on many week days too. Please telephone or visit the website for more details. |
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Admission Charges
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(2007 prices)
Round trip tickets providing unlimited travel on day of issue: (except on special event days, when separate admissision charges or fares may apply) Adult £10.00; Senior Citizen £8.50; Child (5-15 yrs) £6.00; Children under 5 yrs Free; Family tickets (2 adults +3 children 5-15 yrs) £27.00. For other fares please enquire at booking offices. Special fares may apply on special event days. |
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Directions
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Toddington station is 10 mile east of M5 junction 9 near junction of B4077 and B4632. Scheduled bus service runs from Cheltenham and Broadway to GWR stations. Cheltenham Racecourse station is within the grounds of the racecourse. Access is gained from the roundabout on the A435 north of the town, where it crosses the B4075. AA signposted. |
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Gloucestershire Warwickshire Railway Postcode for SatNav: GL54 5DT |
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Nearby Attractions
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Stanway House and Fountain
(1 Mile)*
Stanway House, an outstandingly beautiful example of a Jacobean manor house is situated near Winchcombe in the glorious Gloucestershire countryside and is now the setting for a 300ft single jet gravity fountain - the tallest fountain in Britain. |
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Stanway Water Garden
(1 Mile)*
One of the finest 18th century water gardens, restored in 1998, Stanway lies beneath the 700 foot high Cotswold escarpment. Its grand formal Canal, with 165 foot high fountain , stands on a great grass terrace overlooking the Jacobean manor house. |
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Hailes Abbey
(2 Miles)*
Hailes Abbey is to be found nestling in the beautiful Cotswold countryside. Built in the 13th century by Richard, Earl of Cornwall, Hailes became famous when presented with a phial that was said to contain the blood of Christ. |
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Nearby Hotels
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The grounds are large enough to hold a marquee for up to 250 guests. The hotel is licensed for Civil Marriages, Civil Partnerships and Naming Ceremonies. |
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The White Hart is a 16th Century inn in the heart of Winchcombe, a small historic town set in the Cotswold countryside. Reopened at the end of 2006, it offers guest accommodation comprising of 8 en-suite bedrooms and a new bar, restaurant and wine shop. |
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The Lygon Arms has been welcoming guests in the Cotswolds for over 400 years. Surrounded by the antique shops and galleries of Broadway, it is set within its own gardens. The Lygon Arms has 2 AA Rosettes and offers a superb dining experience. |
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