Plym Valley Railway is Plymouth’s local heritage railway, based at Marsh Mills and running towards Plym Bridge through the Plym Valley.
It is the natural first choice for anyone searching for a steam train or heritage railway day out near Plymouth, with a compact route, active restoration work and easy city access.
Plym Valley Railway is best suited to families, local Plymouth visitors, railway volunteers, restoration enthusiasts and anyone wanting a relaxed heritage train ride without travelling far from the city.
Take a heritage train ride from Marsh Mills towards Plym Bridge, with the railway usually operating on Sundays from spring until November and selected extra dates.
Best for local family days out
Official Timetable
Marsh Mills has visitor facilities when trains are running, and the railway is a good place to see a volunteer-led preservation project close up.
Best for railway supporters
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