Severn Valley Railway

The Railway Station
Bewdley
Worcestershire
DY12 1BG

Tel: +44 (0)1299 403 816
Web: http://www.svr.co.uk

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16 miles of glorious countryside. Trains operate every weekend throughout the year and daily in the summer season. More than just a train ride. A great day out for all the family!

Stations along the line:

Bridgnorth

  • Home of the Severn Valley Railway since 1965
  • Giftshop and light refreshment facilities
  • Licensed Bar situated on the platform
  • Historic, bustling market town featuring Tudor-style buildings, castle ruins, gardens and riverside walks. Recent winner in 'Britain in Bloom' competition.
  • Cliff railway joins the town with riverside area

    Hampton Loade

  • Picturesque riverside village with unique privately-operated pedestrian ferry across the river
  • Restored country station which is a good starting point for some lovely local walks
  • Approximately one and a half mile walk to the National Trust owned Dudmaston Hall with its extensive, landscaped gardens.

    Country Park Halt

  • Situated in the Severn Valley Country Park and Nature Reserve
  • Large areas suitable for picnics, or just allowing the children to enjoy themselves
  • The Park is noted for its wild flowers, variety of birds, and walks
  • Please note that the Halt is a request stop so please advise the Guard on the train if you wish the train to stop here. The station is not manned.

    Highley

    The Engine House - Our Visitor and Education Centre is adjacent to the station. Containing a large display of steam locomotives, a restaurant with excellent views across the railway and the Severn Valley, a picnic area and a giftshop. It is due to open in mid-2007 and an admission charge will be payable.
  • Perfectly restored, stone built, country station featured in numerous films and television programmes.
  • Situated in the Severn Valley Country Park and Nature Reserve
  • Ideal walking country, particularly the riverside footpath to Arley and Hampton Loade stations. A book of walks based on Highley Station is available from our Giftshops.

    Arley

  • Regularly used for filming including the BBC TV comedy 'Oh Dr Beeching' and Carlton TV's 'Goodnight Mr. Tom'
  • Idyllically situated riverside village
  • Beautifully maintained station gardens complete with picnic area overlooking the station and village
  • Ideal starting point for walks, either along the river banks to Highley and Hampton Loade, or into the ancient Wyre Forest.

    Bewdley

  • An attractive riverside town and just a few minutes walk from the station.
  • Try the refreshments available in the tea room and enjoy the splendour of this large former country junction station
  • View the various locomotive and carriage projects around the yard.

    Kidderminister

  • Giftshop and refreshment facilities
  • Visit the Kidderminster Railway Museum which houses a large collection of small railway artefacts. Admission free.
  • Why not enjoy a walk from one our stations. SVR leaflets are available in the giftshop.
  • The town is famous for carpets and is the birthplace of Sir Rowland Hill, the founder of the Penny Post.

    Other Facilities

  • Baby-changing facilities are available at all of our stations.
  • Specially converted coaches are available for groups of up to 15 visitors in wheelchairs. Prior booking is essential. Disabled toilets at Bridgnorth and Kidderminster stations.
  • Most trains have buffet and bar facilities, including a trolley service to your seat.

    The two terminal stations are:Kidderminster Station the post code is - DY10 1QX
    Bridgnorth Station the post code is - WV16 5DT.

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    Opening Times
    (2007 times)
    Trains operate every weekend throughout the year.

    Daily between the following dates:
    10th to 18th February.
    31st March to 15th April.
    5th May to 30th September.
    20th to 28th October.
    26th December to 1st January 2008.

    Trains run from 10.25am please telephone for details, or visit the website.

    Admission Charges
    (2007 prices)
    Charges vary according to journey undertaken. Please telephone for details.
    Unlimited day travel:
    Adult £12.30; Child (5-15yrs) £6.20; Senior Citizen £10.50.
    Family Ticket (2 adults + 4 children) £32.00.

    Directions
    Kidderminster station is adjacent to the mainline station. Frequent, direct services from Birmingham, Stratford-upon-Avon, Worcester, Leamington Spa and Malvern. Through tickets are available from most mainline stations. Just ask for 'Bridgnorth' (not 'Severn Valley Railway')
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    Severn Valley Railway Postcode for SatNav: DY12 1BG

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    Bewdley Museum (< 1 Mile)*
    Set in a historic Butchers Shambles "A surprise around every corner"fascinating indoor and outdoor displays, brass foundry, jails, resident crafts people.
    Worcestershire County Museum (4 Miles)*
    Hartlebury Castle has been home to the Bishops of Worcester for over a thousand years.
    Stone House Cottage Gardens (4 Miles)*
    Stone House Cottage Gardens is a one acre walled plantsman's garden with towers. A huge range of unusual plants grown - many for sale in the adjoining nursery. Climbing plants are a speciality.
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    * Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

    Nearby Hotels
    Ramada Kidderminster (< 1 Mile)*
    Famous as a station of the Severn Valley Steam Railway, the picturesque town of Bewdley dates back to the 18th century. It offers beautiful and tranquil walks along the Severn River.
    Gainsborough House Hotel (2 Miles)*
    Just a 5-minute walk from Kidderminster town centre, the hotel is set on the A456, within easy reach of many local attractions, including West Midlands Safari Park and Severn Valley Railway.
    Menzies Stourport Manor Hotel (3 Miles)*
    Set in 23 acres, the recently refurbished Menzies Stourport Manor is a contemporary country house hotel conveniently located near Kidderminster, just 5 miles from junction 3 of the M5 and close to many local attractions.
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    Beech Tree Cottage (< 1 Mile)*
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    Sabrina Cottage (< 1 Mile)*
    Sabrina Cottage is a pretty Grade II Listed cottage overlooking the River Severn and situated in the heart of Bewdley, which was once described as "the most perfect small Georgian town in Worcestershire".
    Severn Cottage (< 1 Mile)*
    Severn Cottage is a beautiful Grade II Listed cottage situated in the centre of the captivating Georgian town of Bewdley, and perfectly positioned overlooking the River Severn, famed for its scenic beauty and abundant wildlife.
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    * Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

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