No. 92134 and 257 Squadron amongst visiting locomotives to Great Central Railway Gala
Later this month, the Great Central Railway will be hosting its Annual Steam Gala, which will run from the 22nd to the 25th of January.
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News from the Great Central Railway
Paddington Bear to visit Leicestershire Railway
This March, at the Great Central Railway, visitors have a chance to meet Paddington.
Leicestershire railway to run ‘Pay What You Can Afford’ steam train service this Christmas Day
The Great Central Railway are to run a special service this Christmas Day, with passengers only advised to pay what they can afford. Three trains…
Jingle Bell Express get a bonus evening service
Due to popular demand, the Great Central Railway has added an extra train on its Jingle Bell Express.
Great Central Railway announce disposal of steam locomotive 45491
The Great Central Railway are arranging the sale of LMS Black 5 No. 45491, which is based at the railway.
Leicestershire railway named Best Day Out
The Great Central Railway was awarded the “Leicestershire's Best Day Out” award at the 2025 "Visit Leicester Tourism & Hospitality Awards".
Reunification project funding reaches 75% – donations remain open!
Next year, the Great Central Railway will take significant steps toward its reunification project.
New servicing pit installed thanks to donations sent to Great Central Railway
Following a successful fundraising effort in the summer this year, Great Central Railway (Nottingham) has been able to install a new locomotive servic…
Two special events at the Great Central Railway each side of Christmas
As a prelude to the festive season and to welcome 2026, the Great Central Railway is running two special events.
Great Central Railway to operate Christmas experiences
This Christmas, the Great Central Railway will host a variety of magical experiences that the whole family can enjoy.