2010 - Celebrating 175 Years of the Great Western Railway!
For information about the GWR 175 celebrations please see GWR 175
September
The Swindon Railway Festival
11 and 12 September
Pete Waterman, the amazing British Steam Car (pictured above), plus Hornby and Bachmann roadshows and model railways galore, will entertain families and railway enthusiasts alike.
For more details please see the Swindon Railway Festival.
Meet the Railway Workers
Featuring Evening Star and Caerphilly Castle
11 and 25 September
For full details please see Meet the Railway Workers.
October
The Great Western LEGO Show
2 and 3 October
Discover a LEGO wonderland, with amazing displays, LEGO Shop and an interactive mosaic – for all ages to enjoy!
For full details please see Great Western LEGO Show 2010.
Meet the Railway Workers
Featuring Evening Star and Caerphilly Castle
9 and 23 October
For full details please see Meet the Railway Workers.
November
Swindon Beer Festival
4-6 November
The unmissable Swindon & North Wilts CAMRA Annual Beer Festival is back with a 175 theme.
Alfred Williams Heritage Festival
12-13 November
A free festival, with local history stall and displays, talks, heritage trails, arts, activities, workshops and more!
Festival highlight - "The Hammerman" The World premiere of a major new muscial production.
Remembrance Sunday Service
14 November
This service is held alongside the war memorials that are on permanent display at STEAM.
Meet the Railway Workers
Featuring Evening Star and Caerphilly Castle
6 and 20 November
For full details please see Meet the Railway Workers.
December
Christmas at STEAM
4 and 5 December
Sumptuous stalls selling luxury gifts and seasonal fayre, plus barrel organs and brass bands to get you in the festive mood as you walk through the Museum and enjoy this Christmas wonderland! Entry is just £1.00 per person!
Meet the Railway Workers
Featuring Evening Star and Caerphilly Castle
4 and 18 December
For full details please see Meet the Railway Workers.
Please note that this programme is subject to change. Please call us on 01793 466646 or 466637 for details.
Palkrail at STEAM
The Museum miniature railway, managed by STEAM volunteers, operates during most special event weekends, bank holiday weekends and school holidays.
Weddings - All Year Round
Please phone Ian Surtees on 01793 466619 for details.
Corporate Events - All Year Round
Please phone Ian Surtees on 01793 466619 for details.
Fancy Running an Event at STEAM?
STEAM is much more than a museum - it's also a place where people come to take part in a whole range of big and small events, from themed party events, festivals and family fun weekends, to book signings, story-times and hobby shows.
With such a unique location and magical atmosphere, STEAM could be the perfect venue for your organisation or club to hold a special event. We'd love to hear your ideas! Just call Ian Surtees on 01793 466619 or e-mail isurtees@swindon.gov.uk for details.