Spring Steam Weekend

28feb01marSpring Steam WeekendGreat Central Railway

Event Details

Join us for the return of our Spring Steam Weekend, featuring an impressive line-up of visiting and home-fleet steam locomotives running across the UK’s only preserved double-track main line.

Visiting locomotives to join the home fleet include:

  • 34072 257 Squadron
  • 9F No. 92134
  • Austerity No. 3809

They’ll be joined by the Great Central Railway’s own steam fleet, providing a busy weekend of steam-hauled services.

To make the event even more special, both Austerity No. 3809 and No. 68067 will be operating on the Mountsorrel Branch Line throughout the weekend.

Whether you’re a long-time enthusiast or simply looking to enjoy a traditional steam railway experience, the Spring Steam Weekend offers frequent services and classic steam travel through the Charnwood countryside.

Time

28/02/2026 10:00 - 01/03/2026 17:00(GMT+00:00)