Dad Goes Free Weekend

  • 20th - 21st Jun 2026
  • Dad Travels FREE
  • Afternoon Tea, Pre-book (Extra Cost)
  • Train Journey: 45 Minutes Each Way
  • Pre-Booking Advised

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Father's Day Weekend Offer

Travel with us this Father’s Day Weekend for a relaxed and memorable family day out on the railway. To celebrate Dad, one Dad travels FREE with each full fare-paying adult on Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st June. There’s no code needed. Simply book online and add a Free Dad ticket to your booking. A lovely way to spend quality time together and celebrate Dad in style. Book Today!

Afternoon tea selection, scones, cakes, sandwiches at the Whistlestop Cafe

Treat Dad to Afternoon Tea

Make the day extra special by treating Dad to one of our traditional Afternoon Teas in the Whistlestop Café at Aylsham. Afternoon Teas must be pre-booked and are the perfect way to round off a scenic steam train journey through the Norfolk countryside. Simply add to cart when booking or pre-order online. Pre-order is essential.

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Little girl poking her tongue out in a train carriage

Practical Information

Free Parking is available at both Aylsham and Wroxham stations. Toilet facilities are available at both stations. Space for buggies on trains is limited, so we recommend travelling with collapsible pushchairs where possible. Dogs are welcome on trains for a small additional charge. Our stations are level access and ramps can be provided for step-free boarding. For full details, please see our Accessibility page. Please let us know in advance if assistance is required. 

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    Book Dad Goes Free Weekend

    Travel with us this Father's Day Weekend, 20th & 21st June 2026, for a fun family day out. Dad travels FREE with each full fare-paying adult. Book Today!

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FAQs

Yes, please feel free to bring your own food. This can be eaten while on the train or in the allocated picnic areas outside. We do ask, however, that adults only consume food purchased from the cafe when seated in the Whistlestop Cafe. 

Yes, the train and all areas of the Bure Valley Railway are dog-friendly. Please keep furry pals on leads at all times, clear up after them, and be mindful of others travelling from our stations. Please book your dog a ticket at the same time as purchasing your ticket(s).

The Bure Valley Railway only has two terminal stations with facilities. There are three request stops along the line at Brampton, Buxton and Coltishall, however these are halts designed for walkers and have no facilities.

The journey is 45 minutes each way.

Space is limited for prams and pushchairs. Please opt for collapsible buggies if possible. Please check. Call us on 01263 733858 to confirm space for prams etc.

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The Bure Valley Railway line surrounded by Norfolk countryside

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