Step aboard a heritage steam train and enjoy a ride along Bristol’s historic harbourside with Bristol Harbour Railway.

Departing from M Shed, these popular train rides are pulled by the steam locomotive Henbury and travel along the quayside between M Shed and the SS Great Britain.

Originally built by the Great Western Railway in the 1870s, Bristol Harbour Railway spent over a century serving the city docks before becoming a much-loved heritage attraction operated by the museum.

2026 Train Ride Dates

• Saturday 23rd to Monday 25th May
• Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th June
• Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st June
• Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th July
• Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th July
• Saturday 1st and Sunday 2nd August
• Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th August
• Saturday 29th to Monday 31st August
• Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September
• Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th September
• Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th October
• Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th October
• Saturday 31st October and Sunday 1st November

Details

• Time: 11am to 5pm, subject to availability
• Location: M Shed, Bristol Harbourside
• Duration: Approximately 15 minutes
• Suitable for: Families and railway enthusiasts of all ages

Ticket prices

• Single journey: £3.50
• Return journey: £5
• Children under 6: Free
• Dogs: Welcome

Booking information

Tickets can be purchased on the day from the ticket office by the M Shed platform.

Please note that train rides operate on weekends only and are subject to volunteer availability and weather conditions.

What to expect

Visitors can enjoy a nostalgic steam railway experience while travelling alongside Bristol’s historic waterfront aboard traditional dockside rolling stock once commonly seen around Avonmouth and the City Docks.

The railway is operated by volunteers and occasional cancellations may occur due to crew shortages, mechanical issues or adverse weather conditions. To check before travelling, call 0117 352 6600.