Severn Valley Railway freezes fares for 2026
The Severn Valley Railway has announced that its 2026 fares will be frozen at 2025 prices. This reaffirms the railway’s commitment to offering great-value heritage experiences in an increasingly competitive tourism market.
The fare freeze includes Freedom of the Line and Short Journey tickets, as well as day rover fares for the SVR’s popular special events.
By holding prices steady, the Severn Valley Railway aims to help ensure that a day out on the line remains accessible to as many people as possible, particularly families, repeat visitors and those making shorter or more spontaneous trips. The decision also reflects an awareness of the ongoing cost-of-living pressures faced by many households.
Lewis Maddox, visitor engagement manager at the Severn Valley Railway, said:
“We’re pleased to share that fare prices will be frozen for the coming season. In a busy and highly competitive tourism market, this decision reflects our commitment to offering great-value experiences for our visitors.
“We know that affordability can play a big part in planning a day out, especially for families. Holding our prices helps ensure the Severn Valley Railway remains an accessible and enjoyable option throughout the season. It also supports loyalty and repeat travel, whether people are visiting for a full day or just hopping on for a shorter journey.”
Visitors booking in advance can enjoy Freedom of the Line tickets from just £26 for adults, with special family tickets offering exceptional value. Shorter return journeys are also competitively priced, with adult return tickets from Kidderminster to Arley, or from Bridgnorth to Highley, frozen at £15.
The 2026 season will feature a wide range of events to suit all interests, including the ever-popular Step Back to the 1940s weekends on 27–28 June and 4–5 July, the Spring Steam Gala from 16–19 April, and the Spring Diesel Festival from 14–17 May.
Details of all events in 2026, along with timetables and tickets, are available at svr.co.uk.
