Event Date: Saturday 27 June 2026 | Time: 10:30 am – 4:00 pm | Venue: Didcot Railway Centre, Didcot, Oxfordshire OX11 7NJ
Step back in time for a day of history, engineering and adventure
Didcot Railway Centre is a great day out whether you are coming with children or visiting on your own. It is lively interesting and full of things to see and do.
For families there is plenty to keep kids busy. Children can climb aboard real trains take unlimited rides on two working railway lines and pull levers in the signalling centre. There is lots of space to explore and something happening wherever you turn.
For adults and railway fans this is a proper working heritage site. Spread across 24 acres it is home to the largest collection of Great Western Railway artefacts anywhere in the world. You can walk through the original 1932 engine shed get up close to historic locomotives and see how the railway really worked.
There are moments everyone enjoys. You can go underground into a wartime shelter built to protect railway workers during air raids. You can see Brunel’s broad gauge track and learn how it changed rail travel. You can wander through displays that show how the railway shaped everyday life not just transport.
When it is time to slow down grab a coffee sit in the picnic area and watch the trains go by. Whether you are visiting with kids meeting friends or following a lifelong interest in railways Didcot Railway Centre is a place you can enjoy at your own pace.
Exclusive Boundless Offer
Enjoy a full day exploring one of the UK’s most important railway heritage sites at an exclusive Boundless price.
Ticket Details
- Adults (18 and over): £9.00 (Save £9.50 per ticket)
- Children (4–17): £5.00 (Save £6.00 per ticket)
- Infants aged 3 and under: free of charge
That’s a 55% saving for both adults and children compared to public gate prices.
For a family of five made up of two adults and three children the total saving is £37.00.
Tickets are limited and Didcot Railway Centre is always popular. Boundless subsidises tickets through its non profit model so members enjoy strong value on a full day out.
Additional Tickets
Need a few extra spaces for friends or extended family?
Additional tickets beyond your five subsidised member tickets are available at the following reduced rates:
Adults: £15.00
Children: £10.00
These tickets do not receive the full Boundless subsidy but still offer good value compared to public gate prices. All additional tickets must be booked in advance and availability is limited.
Why you’ll love Didcot Railway Centre
A real railway story
Learn how a small group of enthusiasts helped save Britain’s steam heritage.
Unlimited train rides
Hop on and off heritage trains throughout the day on two demonstration lines.
Hands on activities
Pull signals explore sheds climb aboard carriages and get close to working history.
Good for all ages
Plenty for children to do and lots to interest adults and enthusiasts.
A site with depth
From wartime shelters to broad gauge track this is a place you can return to again and again.
Important Information for the Day
For this event the Boundless team will not be onsite. Your exclusive member savings apply in the same way.
Simply present your Boundless e ticket at the main entrance on arrival to gain access to the site and included attractions.
Once inside you are free to explore at your own pace. Train rides exhibitions workshops and outdoor areas are all included.
Join the Boundless Treasure Hunt
Take part in our digital treasure hunt using your phone as you explore Didcot Railway Centre. Follow clues uncover hidden facts and be in with a chance to win a free family ticket for two adults and up to three children to any 2026 Boundless Member Day.
Share Your Boundless Moment
Take a photo during your visit and share it on Instagram or Facebook using @bemoreboundless. One winner will receive a free family ticket for two adults and up to three children to a 2026 Boundless event of their choice. By entering you give permission for Boundless to use your photo on its social channels.
Ticket Information
Boundless members can book up to five subsidised tickets per membership. Tickets must be purchased in advance. No tickets will be available on the day.
This event is exclusive to Boundless members and the booking member must attend with their guests. Membership card and photo ID may be requested on arrival.
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How to find us
Didcot Railway Centre
Didcot
Oxfordshire
OX11 7NJ
Didcot Railway Centre is located next to Didcot Parkway station with easy access by train and road. Signage is clear and parking is available nearby.
Map
FAQs
How do I get there
Didcot Railway Centre sits alongside Didcot Parkway station with straightforward access by rail and road.
Where do I park
Parking is available locally. Please follow signage on arrival.
What should I do when I arrive
Go straight to the main entrance and present your Boundless e ticket. There is no need to check in with a Boundless team.
Can I bring guests
Yes. Members can book tickets for up to four guests including children within their allocation.
What time does the event run
The site opens at 10:30 am with last entry at 4:00 pm.
How do I get my tickets
E tickets will be emailed within 24 hours of booking. Please check junk folders just in case.
Are tickets transferable
No. Tickets are exclusive to Boundless members and the booking member must attend.
Accessibility
Large parts of the site are accessible. Some historic rolling stock has limited access. Please check the venue website for full details.
Can I bring my dog
Only registered assistance dogs are permitted on site.