Upcoming Events

The 39th Island Steam Show

23 Aug 2013 - 26 Aug 2013

Big Smiles All Round! An action-packed show and great family day out!

High falls and action stunts from ‘Reel Stunts in Action’, fire-eating from the ‘Joseph Peace Fire-stunt Show’, and knockabout comedy on the tightrope with Bernie Bennett - Stunning shows in the main arena will make you gasp, cheer and laugh, while Mr. Alexander’s Travelling Show returns to enthrall and amuse, plus there’s live music on The Woodland Stage.

See silly things to do with traction engines, and marvel at the fascinating working steam demonstrations. Climb aboard the traditional fairground rides, meet the Blackfoot Lodge in their Red Indian encampment, or simply settle back for a steam train ride through the Island's unspoilt countryside. Around the Show you can relish the sight of beautifully maintained traction engines, vintage cars, motorcycles and old wagons; browse around the fascinating stalls, pick up a bargain from among the country crafts, cool down with an ice cream or a glass of your favourite tipple from our Real Ale bar, and enjoy a good variety of refreshments.

The Island Steam Show will make your August Bank Holiday a weekend to remember!

“I must thank you for providing such an excellent day out. I found every aspect of the day to be without fault … my thanks to everyone for providing such a wonderful day out”

Tickets for Show Only: Adult £8.50, Child £4, Family £21 (2 Adults & 2 Children).

Tickets for Show and Steam Trains: Adult £14, Child (0-15) £FREE

(Please Note: All tickets are valid for one day)

SAVE by Booking in Advance Online - check the website for online discount advance bookings.

For full details please contact: 01983 882204 www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk

This event is kindly sponsored by Wightlink and The Isle of Wight County Press 

This event is being held at: Isle of Wight Steam Railway

International Vulture Awareness Day

7 Sep 2013

Enjoy a special keeper talk about our two vulture species, discover interesting facts about their habitat and learn all about the importance of vultures in the wild.

This event is being held at: Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm

Model Railway Exhibition

7 Sep 2013 - 8 Sep 2013

A steam train here, a diesel there, and a mainline express charging through the station … Get up close and personal with your favourite model!

The excitement and the charm of railways in miniature for all to see ... and then a chance to ride on the real thing!!

As the exhibition is close to the UK-wide Heritage Open Weekend, there will be plenty to see on and around the Railway, including guided tours of the restoration workshops

Tickets - FREE Admission

Steam Train fares: Adult £10.50, Child (5-15) £5.50, Infants (0-4) FREE, Family £26.50 (2 Adults & 2 Children).

(Please Note: All tickets are valid for one day)

For full details please contact: 01983 882204 www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk 

This event is being held at: Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Heritage Open Days

12 Sep 2013 - 15 Sep 2013

As part of the UK-wide Heritage Open Weekend, there will be plenty to see on and around the Railway, including (on Saturday 14^th & Sunday 15^th) guided tours of the restoration workshops

Tickets - FREE Admission

Steam Train fares: Adult £10.50, Child (5-15) £5.50, Infants (0-4) FREE, Family £26.50 (2 Adults & 2 Children).

(Please Note: All tickets are valid for one day)

For full details please contact: 01983 882204 www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk 

This event is being held at: Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Autumn Steam Gala

5 Oct 2013 - 6 Oct 2013

A new event for 2013!

The Gala will formally mark the return to steam of former Island ‘Terrier’ locomotive No. 11 ‘Newport’ and former BR Ivatt Class 2 tank locomotive No. 41298 (both subject to engineering), and the weekend will feature many of the IW Steam Railway’s other available locomotives.

There will be numerous photo opportunities, with trains likely to feature mixed livery stock, and a special timetable will be in operation.

To complete the weekend there will be guided workshop tours, a chance to see our new ‘Changing Trains’ exhibition, a full range of refreshments with menus featuring Island produce, and a real ale bar with beers from Island breweries.

Tickets – which include Steam Train fares:

Third Class

One Day: Adult £12. Child (5-15 years) £6. Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) £30 

Two Days: Adult £20. Child (5-15 years) £10. Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) £50

Children aged 0-4 years travel FREE

First Class

One Day: Adult £20. Child (5-15 years) £10. Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) £50

Two Days: Adult £35. Child (5-15 years) £17.50. Family (2 Adults & 2 Children) £87.50
Children aged 0-4 years travel FREE

(Please Note: All tickets are valid for one day)

SAVE by Booking in Advance Online

For full details please contact: 01983 882204 www.iwsteamrailway.co.uk 

This event is being held at: Isle of Wight Steam Railway

HALLOWEEN at Longleat

19 Oct 2013 - 3 Nov 2013

There’s a horrifying host of Halloween-themed thrills and chills taking place at Longleat over the October Half-Term Holidays.

Visitors will be able to enjoy everything from ghost train rides and spooky house tours to pumpkin trails, close encounters with giant bats and creepy crawlies and even Halloween-themed fireworks displays.

FIREWORKS at Longleat

25 Oct 2013 - 2 Nov 2013

Longleat is once again staging a series of fabulous fireworks extravaganzas!

The first weekend features a spine-tingling display to accompany a specially compiled medley of ghoulish and hair-raising tunes. Plus there’s an equally spectacular display set to classic animal themed music to mark the official Bonfire Weekend in November.

Friday, October 25^th to Sunday, October 26^th and Friday, November 1^st to Saturday, November 2^nd

This event is being held at: Longleat House, Safari & Adventure Park

October Half Term: Autumn Glory

26 Oct 2013 - 3 Nov 2013

Celebrating the colours and flavours of the autumn season with activities for all the family inside and out, including trails, twilight tales and tasty treats, crafts and Hallowe’en fun.

Visit the Harewood website for more details: http://www.harewood.org/whats-on/events/1/1006

This event is being held at: Harewood House & Gardens