Experience something of the sights and sounds of passenger travel since the early days of the railways.
The carriages which make up this collection are much in demand by film companies who want to recreate scenes from bygone days.
The Railway Carriage Museum is run by Vintage Carriages Trust.
Every day (except Christmas Day): 11am to 4pm
WiFi
Free parking on premises
Large garden/grounds
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