Step Back in Time at
Cambrian Heritage Railways
Discover history in the Heart of Oswestry. Travel on one of our heritage train services and discover our Railway Museum, Restored Signal Box, Period Stations and more.
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Cambrian Heritage Railways, in the heart of historic Oswestry, offers a train journey through time & allows you to also explore our Railway Museum, Restored Signal Box, Period Stations and more. Located near the town centre with its market and castle our main Oswestry Station provides an ideal starting point for exploring local railway & local heritage.
Heritage trains operate on selected days between Oswestry and Weston Wharf, featuring steam, vintage diesel and diesel multiple units. The 1.75-mile scenic route leads to Weston Wharf and its period station with a café, picnic area, and railway artifact displays. We also operate our ‘Llynclys Railway Centre’ which is open on select dates – operating from Llynlcys South Station.
Want to Drive a Train?
Class 73
Built in 1966, the Class 73 "City of Winchester" has hauled the Royal Train and VSOE British Pullman. Take control of this diesel-powered mainline locomotive in the Shropshire countryside and experience the era's authentic footplate ambiance.
Class 142
Built between 1985–1987, the British Rail Class 142 Pacer offers an authentic 1980s commuter experience. Take control in the Shropshire countryside, feel its acceleration, sound the two-tone horn, and make announcements for your passengers.
Fulfill a lifelong dream with Cambrian Heritage Railways’ Drive a Train Experience! Whether it’s a unique gift or a personal adventure, take control of a classic train and create unforgettable memories. Choose from the iconic 1980s Pacer (Class 142), the versatile Class 73 Electro Diesel, or both! Enjoy a hands-on, 3-hour experience that includes guided tours, refreshments, and a souvenir goodie bag. Bring friends along for the ride and capture every moment of this unique journey.