www.gwsr.com - 01242 621405

Cheltenham Race Course Station GL50 4SHThe station and adjacent free car park are within the grounds of the racecourse andaccessed via the racecourse internal road system from the roundabout on the A435. Onrace days an alternative car park may be signposted.

Gotherington Access is on foot along Granna Lane off the unclassified road fromGotherington to Gretton and up the footpath to the platform. No car parking. The stationbuilding on the other side of the track is a private residence. Check timetable to see whichtrains stop here.

Winchcombe Station GL54 5LDLimited free car parking is normally available at the station, which is in Greet on the B4078Winchcombe to Evesham road. If travelling from Winchcombe, the station is on the rightjust after Winchcombe School, and before the railway bridge.

Hayles Abbey Halt This is a request stop for visitors wishing to visit Hailes Abbey (a 15 minute stroll) or walk one of the many footpaths in the Cotswolds. Check timetable to see which trains stop here when requested. No car parking.

Toddington Station GL54 5DTThe station is 10 miles east of M5 junction 9, near the junction of the B4077 and theB4632, between Winchcombe and Broadway. Follow the brown signs to the station, wherethere is free car parking.

Broadway StationWR12 7DFThe station is on the western edge of the village, 15 minutes walk from the centre. There isNO parking at the station itself (other than a small number of Blue Badge disabled spaces)but there is a council-owned Pay & Display car park opposite the station.

PLEASE NOTE all users of our car parks do so at their own risk. Themanagement and staff cannot accept responsibility for any damage, loss or accidents. PUBLIC TRANSPORT - please see our website for details.

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Didbrook

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Stanway Viaduct(15 arches) Stanton

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Childswickham

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Shenbarrow Hill

Nottingham Hill

Cleeve Cloud

Cleeve Common

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The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway is operatedby qualified volunteers and owned by the Gloucestershire

Warwickshire Steam Railway plc whose registered office for allcommunications is: The Railway Station, Toddington, Glos.GL54 5DT Tel: 01242 621405 Lines open 10am-4pm

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The GWSR is grateful for the photographic contributions from its volunteers.

GWSR - a Heritage Railway rebuilt and run by qualified volunteers

VolunteeringThe Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway is run almostentirely by volunteers. Would you like to become a volunteer?

See website for details.

Access for allWe welcome visitors with impairedmobility. Wheelchairs can usuallybe accommodated in speciallyadapted carriages with wide double doors. There are toilets for disabled visitors at all of our main stations. We regret that diesel railcar passengers in wheelchairs need to travel in the guard’s compartment and access is very limited. Please note thatwheelchairs, pushchairs andbicycles may not be loaded orunloaded onto trains at HaylesAbbey Halt or Gotherington becauseof the short length of the platforms

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There is plenty for the whole family to see and do at the GWSR. Visit ourwebsite for suggested itineraries.

So much value at the GWSR• Car parking is free at Toddington, Winchcombeand Cheltenham Race Course stations• Under 5s FREE (exceptions apply - see website)• FREE souvenir map and timetable• FREE children’s quiz available• FREE heritage trail at Toddington Station

• Choice of tea rooms, gift shops, small museum• Buffet facilities available on most trains

All Day Rover Tickets To get the best value at the railway, buy an all day rover ticket which will give you awhole day's travel over the full length of our line. Depending on the timetable youmay be able to travel on a steam train, adiesel hauled train or a diesel railcar. See thetimetables for details. Adult rover tickets cost£20, £19 for seniors and £8 for children aged5-15 (under 5s travel free). Family tickets areavailable for £52.

Dogs With the large increase in passenger numbers, as well as unfamiliar sounds,movement and smells, we are finding that dogs are becoming distressed.Unfortunately this has resulted in a number of incidents with other passengers and volunteers. Whilst you may bring dogs on our trains, subjectto the purchase of a dog ticket (£3) we advise you to leavethem at home wherever possible. You will receive ahandout on your day of travel telling you more.

Groups and Coach PartiesWe welcome groups to the railway - please emailgrouptravel@gwsr.com for details.

Buy Discounted Tickets OnlineTo avoid queuing at the booking office, why not buyyour tickets at a discount in advance online? Visit our website.

Narrow Gauge RailwayThe two foot narrow gauge railway situated next to the car park atToddington Station is operated with steam and diesel traction by the NorthGloucestershire Railway Co. Ltd. For operating dates and details please visittheir website www.toddington-narrow-gauge.co.uk

The line, which is now over 14 miles long, passes through one of the most picturesque parts of the country. We encourage our visitors not just to take a roundtrip, but to explore our stations and the surrounding countryside too. There is plentyto see and do on the Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway.

Spend the whole day with us - so much to see and do!

Broadway StationThis station was re-opened in 2018, 58 years after it was closedto passengers and demolished.Light refreshments are available inour tea room. Broadway village isjust over half a mile from the stationand can be reached either on foot orby the privately owned and operatedshuttle service which usually meetsthe trains at the station.

Toddington StationMake sure you spend some time atToddington where there is plenty tosee and do.• Flag and Whistle tea room • Heritage Trail - ask for free leaflet • Free children's quiz• Books, souvenirs and models • Children's play area• Picnic area• Loco yard viewing area (access

from the far corner of the car park)

• Garden Centre next to station site• Small museums• Narrow gauge railway (see their

website for operating dates)• Small display of classic vehicles • Have-a-Go Mini Signal Box in

the car park. Try your hand at being a signalman

Hayles Abbey HaltA request stop, ideal for ramblersvisiting Hailes Abbey which is a fifteen minute walk from the halt.Check timetable to see which trainsstop here when requested.

Winchcombe StationA beautiful station with lots to do.• Discovery Coach• Coffee Pot 1950s-style tea room• Model Railway Coach -

open most days• Free children’s quiz• Dial-a-story telephone box• Large picnic areaYou may like to go into Winchcombeusing the privately-run WinchcombeShuttle Service from the station.

Gotherington StationAn ideal station for those walking in theCotswolds. Please note that the old station building and platform on theopposite side of the track are privatelyowned. Check timetable to see whichtrains stop here.

CheltenhamRace Course Station• Souvenir shop• Free children's quiz• Situated within racecourse grounds • You could pre-book a taxi into town -

check website for phone numbers

“ The Friendly Line in The Cotswolds”

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HAYLES ABBEY HALT

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Call 01242 621405 or book tickets online at www.gwsr.com

EASTER EGGSPRESSEaster Mon 22nd AprilFun for all the family on EasterMonday.

WARTIME IN THE COTSWOLDSSat 27th - Sun 28th AprilTake a trip back in time to the1940s. No free entry to this eventand special prices apply.

COTSWOLD FESTIVAL OF STEAM GALASat 25th - Mon 27th May Three days of the glory of steam.No free entry to this eventand special prices apply.

CLASSIC VEHICLE CLUBS DAYSun 9th JuneStatic displays of beautiful vintage vehicles at our stations.

STEAM & REAL ALE FESTIVALFri 21st - Sun 23rd JuneA great selection of craft beersand ciders at Toddington andWinchcombe stations.

HERITAGE DIESEL GALAFri 26th - Sun 28th JulyThree day event of classic dieselmotive power. Special pricesapply.

CLASSIC BUS RALLYSun 28th JulyExtra special this year as ourfamous bus rally is on the sameSunday as the Diesel Gala.

COTSWOLD BRICKS AND TRAINS WEEKENDSat 10th & Sun 11th AugustOrganised by the SouthernLego® Train Club - small entrycharge to the exhibition.

HERITAGE ENGINEERING SKILLS DAYSun 11th AugustEspecially for young people.

CLASSIC VEHICLE DAYSun 8th SeptemberVintage and classic cars return to the GWSR.

AUTUMN DIESEL WEEKENDSat 12th & Sun 13th OctoberIntensive service using heritagediesel locomotives. Specialprices may apply.

COTSWOLDS FOODAND DRINK FAYRESat 19th & Sun 20th OctoberFree entry to the fayre at bothToddington and Winchcombe stations.

STEAM & SCREAMSat 26th & Sun 27th OctoberA special weekend to celebrateHalloween.

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* Passengers wishing to alight at Gotherington or Hayles Abbey Halt must travel in the front two coaches of the train. The Cotswolds Express does not call at these stations. Hayles Abbey Halt is a requeststop located between Toddington and Winchcombe. It is reached five minutes after departure from either station. Advise the guard before departure if you wish to alight there. On occasions, trains may beunable to stop there so check with Stationmaster or website before arriving. We regret that wheelchair users may not board or alight from trains at Hayles Abbey Halt or Gotherington.

Please NoteWe can accommodate wheelchairs on most of our trains but as space is limited we suggest you arrive earlyto avoid disappointment.

Whilst every effort is made to maintain the services shown, the Company reserves the right to cancel, alter orsuspend any train without notice and accepts no liability for any loss, inconvenience or delay thereby caused.

For the latest information on our train services, please visit our website www.gwsr.com, call us on(01242) 621405, email info@gwsr.com or write to us at: The Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway, The Railway Station, Toddington, Gloucestershire GL54 5DT.

Trains are running on datesas coloured on the calendar(left). Departure times arelisted below. On goldcoloured dates we have special events, and a different timetable will apply. See opposite.

CotswoldsExpressThis year we are introducingthe ‘Cotswolds Express’which will not call atHayles Abbey Halt orGotherington stations. If you are alighting or joiningthe train at one of these stations, please check thetimetable below.

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Gloucestershire Warwickshire Steam Railway Timetable 2019

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Important Safety InformationTake care! We hope you have a safe day out and enjoy your visit to the railway. Just tomake sure that you do, we would like to remind you of a few safety tips and guidelines:• Please do not lean out of the train window - you may get soot in your eyes• Never open the carriage doors or touch the handles while the train is moving• Keep everyone’s fingers away from all doorways• Always be careful when leaving the train - mind the gap!• Never sit on the platform edge or walk near the track• Do not stand too close to the platform edge and take special care not to let children fall between the platform and the train

Southbound Blue TimetablePurple Timetable

Broadway dep • • 10.50 12.15 13.50 15.10 16.50

Toddington dep • 10.00 11.10 12.35 14.15 15.35 arr 17.06

Winchcombe dep • 10.12 11.22 12.47 14.27 15.47 •

Gotherington* dep • • 11.34 • 14.39 • •

Cheltenham Race Course arr • 10.35 11.45 13.10 14.50 16.10 •

Becomes • 10.55 12.20 13.55 15.20 16.25 Terminates

BLUE & PURPLE Timetables 2019

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Northbound Blue Timetable

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Railcar Steam Railcar Steam Railcar Steam •

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For further details of our services, fares and the latest travel information, please visit our website www.gwsr.com

Cheltenham Race Course dep • 10.55 12.20 13.55 15.20 16.25 •

Gotherington* dep • • 12.32 • 15.32 • •

Winchcombe dep • 11.23 12.48 14.28 15.50 16.49 •

Toddington dep 10.15 11.35 13.00 14.40 16.10 arr 16.59 •

Broadway arr 10.31 11.51 13.16 14.56 16.26 • •

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Toddington dep • 10.00 11.00 12.00 13.00 14.00 15.00 16.00 arr 16.46 arr 17.36

Winchcombe dep • 10.12 11.12 12.12 13.12 14.12 15.12 16.12 • •

Gotherington* dep • • 11.24 12.24 • 14.24 15.24 • • •

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Your routeThe line between Broadway in the north andCheltenham Race Course in the south is over 14 miles long. There are stunning views of theCotswolds to the south and east and the MalvernHills to the west. It passes through a 693 yard tunnelat Greet and over a 15 arch viaduct at Stanway.

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SANTA SPECIALSThroughout DecemberPlease see website for details.

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