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Giants of Steam — Bluebell Railway

  • Run by Bluebell Railway
  • Sheffield Park Station — Sheffield Park, England, United Kingdom

Next: Oct 16–18, 2026

The Bluebell Railway's autumn gala of Britain's largest and most impressive steam locomotives, working intensive services through the Sussex countryside.

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Next edition

Oct 16–18, 2026

Friday to Sunday. Visiting No. 92134 and No. 71000 Duke of Gloucester (both subject to availability) and No. 41313. One-, two- and three-day tickets.

From £38.50 (as published by the operator)

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About this event

Giants of Steam is the Bluebell Railway's much-loved autumn gala. The operator describes it as a celebration of the power, presence and prestige of Britain's largest and most impressive steam locomotives, with big engines working heavy trains on a packed timetable designed to maximise locomotive mileage.

The home fleet takes part alongside visiting engines, which the operator marks as subject to availability.

The gala runs throughout the railway and offers numerous photographic opportunities in a traditional station setting. A gala timetable is published for download, and tickets are available for one, two or three days. The operator also sells platform admission on the day.

What to expect

A weekend of large express and mixed-traffic steam locomotives in intensive service on heavy trains, with photographic opportunities at traditional Sussex stations.

Practical info

The main station is Sheffield Park Station, East Sussex TN22 3QL; the gala runs throughout the railway. The operator sells one-day, two-day and three-day tickets, and platform admission on the day. A gala timetable is available to download from the event page.

Where it happens

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Where to watch trains within 100 km of Sheffield Park.

Frequently asked questions

What is Giants of Steam?▾
The operator describes it as the Bluebell Railway's gala celebrating the power, presence and prestige of Britain's largest and most impressive steam locomotives.
Where does it run?▾
Throughout the railway, with Sheffield Park Station as the main station.
Are the visiting locomotives guaranteed?▾
No. The operator marks its visiting locomotives No. 92134 and No. 71000 as subject to availability, and says its timetables are subject to change.
Can I buy tickets for more than one day?▾
Yes. The operator sells one-day, two-day and three-day tickets.
Can I visit without riding?▾
The operator sells platform admission on the day.
Is a timetable available?▾
Yes. A gala timetable is available to view and download on the operator's event page.

Sources

Dates checked on Oct 4, 2026 from the official site: bluebell-railway.com. Schedules can change — always confirm with the operator before you travel.

Official website: bluebell-railway.com

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