Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway
Sittingbourne, North Kent
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The Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway is a volunteer-run narrow gauge line in the countryside near Sittingbourne, where a 15-minute ride takes you into the woods and out across the fields. On event days steam and diesel locos run and the engine shed and museum of restored engines open up, and the tea room serves breakfasts, lunches and cakes. It suits train-loving families and makes a good half day out.
Highlights
- 15-minute ride through woodland and fields
- Steam and diesel locomotives on event days
- Museum of restored engines and machinery
- Tea room with breakfasts, lunches and cakes
- Seasonal Halloween and Santa specials
Good to know
- Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome
- Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays
- The 2026 event day programme has no October event day
Getting there
Bredgar and Wormshill Light Railway, The Warren, Bredgar, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8ATParking: Free parking.
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