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Trains, gardens and a great day out! Welcome to our community project. Registered Charity No.1202818.

30/10/2026

🎃 Family friendly HALLOWEEN 👻

🕷️ Join us on Saturday 31st October
🚂 Spooky trains running from 11am-3pm
🎟️ £4 per child / £1.50 per adult under 2’s ride for free
❗️No pre-booking required just head to the ticket office to purchase on the day
🎃 Halloween trail
🍬 Treat for every child
🍁 Head over to Russells Garden Centre
☕️ Enjoy an awarding winning coffee The Potting Shed Cafe
🎃 Pop and see our neighbours Memorable Blooms
🧙‍♀️ Fancy dress welcomed but please be careful on the trains and around the site

13/09/2026

☀️ Sunday 20th September 🚂
Come and join us for a ride around the lawn and along the river bank …. Keep your eyes peeled for our resident dinosaurs that keep wandering 🦕
🚂Trains running 11am - 3pm
🎟️ Tickets £1.50 per person per ride (under 2’s ride free)
🪴Head to Russells Garden Centre for all your summer garden needs and more
☕️ Grab an award winning coffee, breakfast, brunch and treats from The Potting Shed Cafe
🎁 Take a look in our pre loved cabin for some amazing bargains
🌺 Head over to our neighbours at memorable blooms a lovely florist and gift shop
🚂 we look forward to seeing you 🦕

13/09/2026

🌟 A huge thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for Heritage Open Days! 🌟

It was wonderful to welcome so many of you and lovely to meet you all. We hope you enjoyed your visit as much as we enjoyed having you!

We were also delighted to welcome the Mayor of Coventry, who enjoyed a ride on our newest train, No. 5 🚂

Thank you once again for your support — we really appreciate it.

We look forward to welcoming you back next weekend, Sunday 20th September. We hope to see you there! 😊

05/09/2026

🎉 Heritage Open Days 2026 🎉

🚂Join us on Saturday 12th September 2026🚂

We are delighted to be part of Heritage Open Days 2026, the nationwide festival celebrating local history, heritage, and community.

✨ What’s Happening?

🚂 Enjoy a train ride along the scenic banks of the River Sowe and around the picturesque lawns of Russells Garden Centre

🔎Visitors can discover more about everyday roles that make the railway work. From drivers and guards to the behind the scenes maintenance carried out by today’s volunteers, continuing traditions that span decades

This is a fantastic opportunity for families, railway enthusiasts, and anyone who loves local history to experience something unique, fun, and educational.

📍 Where?
Russells Garden Centre, Mill Hill, Baginton, Coventry
CV8 3AG
Russells Garden Centre

📅 When?
Saturday 12th September 2026
11:00 am - 3:00pm

💡 Why Come Along?

Learn about a cherished local attraction

Connect with the local community

Celebrate and support heritage projects that keep our history alive

🔗 Find out more
🌐 www.heritageopendays.org.uk
🌐https://www.bvlrail.org.uk/

📱 Facebook: /heritageopendays
📷 Instagram:
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Supported by: National Trust, People’s Postcode Lottery, Postcode Earth Trust

30/08/2026

🚂 Join us tomorrow ☀️

🗓️ Monday 31st August
🚂 Trains running from 11:00am – 3:00pm
🎟️ £1.50 per person, per ride (Under 2s ride FREE!) no pre booking required

🎵 Live music from the Thirsty Knights*
🎨 Pop up craft fair featuring demonstrations and local crafts

Make a day of it:
🪴 Visit Russells Garden Centre for plants, gifts and everything your garden needs.
☕ Treat yourself to an award-winning coffee, breakfast, brunch, picnic or delicious cake at The Potting Shed Cafe
🎁 Hunt for hidden treasures in our Pre-Loved Cabin BVLR
🌺 Pop next door to Memorable Blooms for beautiful flowers and unique gifts.
🏰 Visit our neighbours down the road at Bagots Castle

We can’t wait to see you! 💚🚂

📍Tag your friends and let them know you’re coming!

Coventry Rocks

29/08/2026

☔️ CANCELLED SATURDAY 29th August 🌧️
Unfortunately due to the continual rain and predicted forecast we will not be able to run the trains today, the safety of our passengers and volunteers comes first.
🚂 we hope to be back on Bank Holiday Monday - 31st August 🚂

27/08/2026

🚂 Join us this Bank Holiday Weekend ☀️

🗓️ Saturday 29th August
🚂 Trains running from 11:00am – 3:00pm
🎟️ £1.50 per person, per ride (Under 2s ride FREE!) no pre booking required

🗓️ Monday 31st August
🚂 Trains running from 11:00am – 3:00pm
🎟️ £1.50 per person, per ride (Under 2s ride FREE!) no pre booking required

🎵 Live music from the Thirsty Knights*
🎨 Pop up craft fair featuring demonstrations and local crafts

Make a day of it:
🪴 Visit Russells Garden Centre for plants, gifts and everything your garden needs.
☕ Treat yourself to an award-winning coffee, breakfast, brunch, picnic or delicious cake at The Potting Shed Cafe
🎁 Hunt for hidden treasures in our Pre-Loved Cabin BVLR
🌺 Pop next door to Memorable Blooms for beautiful flowers and unique gifts.
🏰 Visit our neighbours down the road at Bagots Castle

We can’t wait to see you! 💚🚂

📍Tag your friends and let them know you’re coming!

Coventry Rocks

10/08/2026

🚂 What’s coming up at Bridge View Light Railway 🚂

Join us on
📆 Saturday 22nd August
📆 Saturday 29th August
📆 Monday 31st August

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🚂 Trains running from 11:00am – 3:00pm
🎟️ £1.50 per person, per ride (Under 2s ride FREE!)

Make a day of it:
🪴 Visit Russells Garden Centre for plants, gifts and everything your garden needs.
☕ Treat yourself to an award-winning coffee, breakfast, brunch, picnic or delicious cake at The Potting Shed Cafe
🎁 Hunt for hidden treasures in our Pre-Loved Cabin BVLR
🌺 Pop next door to Memorable Blooms for beautiful flowers and unique gifts.
🏰 Visit our neighbours down the road at Bagots Castle

We can’t wait to see you! 💚🚂

📍Tag your friends and let them know you’re coming!

Address

Mill Hill
Baginton
CV83AG

Telephone

+442476991441

Website

http://www.bvlrail.org.uk/

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