Few days out evoke such nostalgia or fondness as a visit to a steam heritage railway line. And for a family of four - two adults and two children - in Oxfordshire, this special bundle of family tickets for a steam-hauled ride along the Chinnor Railway should be on the right track! And there is no better way to enjoy the glorious countryside of Oxfordshire and the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, than from the window of a preserved railway carriage. Travelling 7 ½ miles for a 90 mile round trip on this charming former section of the Great Western Railway, it's all aboard at Chinnor station, as you steam past notable landmarks including Keens Lane Crossing, Upper Icknield Way, and Horsenden Lane Crossing - instantly recognisable to fans of the TV drama Silent Witness. You'll alight on Platform 4 at Princes Risborough station, where you'll get time to stretch your legs and meet the engine crew, before you begin your return journey to Chinnor. There's a Station Cafe back at the home terminus, as well as a Gift Shop where you can take home a few souvenirs of what promises to be an exciting day for all the family to enjoy!
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What's Included
- Tickets for a family of four (2 adults over 18 and 2 children under 16)
- A 90-minute round trip steam train journey on the Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway
- All-day tickets allowing for unlimited travel on the day of your visit
- Journey through the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- A stop at Princes Risborough Station Platform 4 with photo opportunities
- Access to the Station Cafe and Gift Shop at Chinnor Station
Availability
- This steam train adventure is available on selected weekday and weekend dates throughout the running season
Spectators
- Spectators are welcome at the station platforms, but anyone wishing to board the train must have a valid ticket
Suitability
- Family tickets are for two adults (aged 18 and over) and two children (under the age of 16)
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
