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Swanage Railway

Station House, Swanage BH19 1HB, England
01929 425800
Ranked #1 of 4 attractions in Swanage
4.5 of 5 stars 108 Reviews
Type: Public Transportation Systems, Scenic Railroads
Owner description: The Swanage Railway provides an ideal way to get to the beach without the need to park in Swanage. Simply leave your car at the Norden Park and Ride,...... more » Owner description: The Swanage Railway provides an ideal way to get to the beach without the need to park in Swanage. Simply leave your car at the Norden Park and Ride, which is conveniently located just off the A351 north of Corfe Castle, and start your holiday early! « less
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lincolnshire
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

We had Sunday lunch on board, a three course pre-booked meal which we had as the train travelled between Sawnage and Corfe Castle twice. The restaurant car was very nostalgic and set out beautifully. The service was great and the food good, bar prices were also reasonable. A bit like a trip on the Orient Express for those with lighter... More

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Bucks,
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

The train was a good way to get to Corfe from Swanage but I think seeing the train in action is better done from outside the carriages. Great picture opportunities though. More

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Erith
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

It was a delight on a bright sunny Dorset day to visit yet again this well run heritage railway. Just everything about it was smashing from the clean toilets, delightful volunteers and of course the well restored rail vechilcles themselves. It is always a pleasure to visit here and be greeted with a smile and feel as if you are... More

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Newent, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

I am not a train buff but these old trains were a pleasure to ride in. Quiet suprisingly they are punctual. We road from Herston Halt to Swanage and to Corfe Castle. I am not sure if the guards or drivers get paid for the service they provide but they were very smart in their old fashion uniforms and took... More

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Wotton-under-Edge
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

Great fun on the steam train to Corfe Castle. Good value for money. Run by very enthusiastic volunteers. Was allowed a photo on the footplate - thanks - always wanted to be a train driver!!! More

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surrey
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

parking at the park and ride we were greeted by a very friendly chap who advised us where to park. was very easy to get a spot and we were just on time for the next train. Found the tickets a little bit pricey but brought a return into swanage. The journey is so lovely and picturesque! And you can... More

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Birmingham
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Every thing about the adventure very helpful staff. More

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Sevenoaks, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Corfe station great, a step right back in time. Lovely views through the countryside. More

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Sydney, Australia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Fantastic day visiting Corfe Castle and township via the wonderful steam train and e amazing volunteers who driving and operate the trains and e wonderful old authentic train stations More

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Leeds, England, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

Railway a bit short,could do with extending but take my hats off to them for reopening this long closed line under Br would be wonderful if they could run into Wareham with Network units operating to Swanage,staff are friendly would be good to have info on other preserved railways then they can help each other out rather than just supporting... More

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