60th Birthday present was a driving taster on the Swanage Railway. Given the opportunity with another 'trainee' to both drive and fire a steam locomotive on a return trip to Norden. It was an amazing experience looked after by the experienced crew. Opening the regulator to make this machine move is something not to be forgotten. Firing too is great... More

We travelled from swanage to corfe castle on the steam train. It was a pleasant experience travelling along so leisurely through lovely countryside on a warm and sunny day. The fares are reasonable and the experience not to be missed. This is a very well run concern.

Fabulous service. Takes you right to Corfe Castle. Worth the train fair. Volunteers are exceptional.

A great day out for couples, families, anyone! Catch it at Nordon for the longest ride. Great views throughout the trip, including Corfe Castle. The staff on board were lovely too. Swanage is a nice place to spend the day as well. Well worth a go,

Nice trip on these old diesel engines, "staff" had a genuine interest in making it a real experience

Just home from a really good weekend from their annual Diesel Gala. Really good show, as ever, put on by the guys and a massive well done to them. A real step back in time at every station on this line. Cracking facilities available. Also highly recommended is The Wessex Belle diner train; a three course meal on board a... More

We took the train from Corfe Castle to Swanage. You can get on the train that goes to Norden first and then back to Corfe Castle and to Swanage without extra cost - there is a sign in the station that tells you this. You can get off Norden or stay inside the train while waiting for the trip to... More

A real bit of nostalgia, and a good way to visit Corfe Castle and its pubs from Swanage without worrying about drinking and driving.

What a great way to get to Swanage, we parked the car at the Park and ride, then onto the Steam train fantastic trip taking in many views, Corfe Castle, what a site from the train. you can get of to explore if you want to, then hop back onto train to Swanage. highly recommend this trip. well worth it.