Experience vintage buses and steam trains on these wonderful Essex tour days! Embark on a nostalgic journey back to a bygone era of travel, with plenty of sights and activities along the way. Meet your tour guide at Epping Station in Essex and hop aboard the vintage bus to North Weald, the main hub of the Epping Ongar Heritage Railway. After a quick look around, board a steam-hauled train to Ongar. The branch line meanders through beautiful Essex countryside. Once in Ongar, you’ll be guided through the station and the historic market town. You can visit the famous cheese shop and St Andrews at Greensted, the world’s oldest wooden church, and enjoy a short walk along part of the Essex Way. There's free time to explore Ongar, with plenty of cosy cafes and restaurants for a snack or coffee. Boarding the steam train back to North Weald station, you'll have the option to take another train through the enchanting Epping Forest on a round trip. Then, return via vintage bus to Epping Station, where your tour concludes. This tour, combining steam and diesel trains, vintage buses, and local history, is a fantastic way to explore the charming heritage railway and the town of Ongar. Book your vintage bus and steam train day in Essex online today!
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Overview
- Enjoy a Vintage Bus ride experience through Epping to North Weald Station, the home of The Epping Ongar Railway
- Make multiple stops along the way to enjoy the different areas
- Visit the likes of Greenstead Church, enjoy a walk along Essex Way, a Guided Tour of Ongar and more
- This voucher is for One
What's Included
- Vintage Bus ride experience through Epping to North Weald Station, the home of The Epping Ongar Railway
- Steam Train ride from North Weald to Ongar
- Guided tour of Ongar Town
- Visit the famous Cheesemongers Shop
- Enjoy a walk on the Essex Way
- Visit Greenstead Church, the oldest wooden church in Europe, and explore Ongar's famous sites—the oldest wooden church in Europe.
- Return journey by steam train or diesel train from Ongar to North Weald and through Epping Forest
- Vintage Bus ride back to Epping Underground Station, where the tour ends
- Option when booking your date to add a Cream Tea
Summary of Itinerary:
- 10.20am - Vintage bus
- 11:00am - Steam Train
- 12:00pm - Exploring Ongar
- 13:00 - Visit Greenstead Church
- 14:00 - Free Time
- 15:00 - Return journey on a steam Train
- 16:15 - Return to Epping Station
Suitable For
- Under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult
- Children under 3 go free
- Not suitable for those with mobility issues due to the amount of walking involved
Availability
- Selected Saturdays and Sundays between April and September
- Dates are subject to availability
- Due to popularity, it is recommended that you book well in advance to avoid disappointment
Scheduled 2026 Dates
- June: 13th, 14th, 27th and 28th
- July: 11th, 12th, 25th and 26th
- August: 8th, 9th, 22nd and 23rd
- September: 5th, 6th, 19th and 20th
Location:
- Meet at Epping Underground Station CM16
Anything Else
- Suitable outdoor clothing and footwear should be worn
- It is recommended that you bring an umbrella and a bottle of water
- Not suitable for spectators
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
