Kids Go Free October Half Term

  • 24th Oct - 1st Nov 2026
  • KIDS GO FREE
  • Halloween Themed Activities
  • Dress Up If You Dare
  • 45 Minute Steam Ride Each Way

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October Half Term Kids Travel Free

This October Half Term school holidays, up to 2 KIDS TRAVEL FREE with one full paying adult fare.

Halloween October Half Term Steam Train Journey

Spooktacular Half-Term Steam Adventures

Stuck for ideas during the October half-term holidays and Halloween? Why not visit the Bure Valley Railway where up to 2 kids travel FREE during the school holidays for every fare-paying adult. Includes Halloween inspired activities. Dress up if your dare!

Travel from either Aylsham or Wroxham stations, with the option to visit the villages of Buxton, Brampton, or Coltishall en route. These are request stops only, so please ask when collecting your tickets if you would like to stop at any of the intermediate stops.

With our return rover, our train journeys are perfect for all ages, offering the flexibility to explore and make a day of it. Journey takes 45 minutes each way.

 

Halloween Themed Steam Train Riding Through The Countryside

Practical Information

Free parking and toilet facilities are available at both Aylsham and Wroxham stations. There is space for buggies on our trains, however this is limited, so we recommend travelling with collapsible pushchairs where possible. Dogs are also welcome on trains for a small additional charge for most events but please double check. 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. 

  1. Boy poking his head out of the carriage at Wroxham Station

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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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