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STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway
STEAM Museum of the Great Western Railway tells the story of the men and women who built, operated and travelled on the Great Western Railway.
See famous locomotives, ‘drive’ the train simulator, travel through the history of Swindon's Great Western Railway and even work the signals in the interactive GWR signal box!
STEAM Museum are open Monday – Saturday from 10:00am – 5:00pm (last entry 4:00pm). Sunday 11:00 - 4:00 pm (last entry 3:00pm). View their full opening information here.
Housed in a beautifully restored Grade II railway building in the heart of the former Swindon railway works, STEAM tells the story of the men and women who built, operated and travelled on the Great Western Railway.
The pioneering vision and engineering genius of Isambard Kingdom Brunel led to the Great Western Railway network becoming regarded as the most advanced in the world.
STEAM has plenty for all of the family to get involved with and enjoy...
- Get up-close to iconic locomotives, including No. 6000 King George V and No. 4073 Caerphilly Castle.
- Discover Swindon’s industrial past and immerse yourself in the history of the GWR
- Test your skills in the interactive GWR Signal Box
- Drive the steam train simulator
- Take part in hands-on family activities
STEAM is also a popular event facility, offering a range of dynamic and versatile spaces for weddings, conferences, launches, parties and more.
STEAM Museum Prices:
Standard Admission
- Adults (16+ yrs) Day: £13.80 | Season: £27.60
- Child (3-15 years - must be accompanied by an adult) Day: £10.20 | Season: £20.40
- Under 3s FREE
Concession Prices
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Student Day: £11.10 | Season: £22.20
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Senior (65+ years) Day: £11.10 | Season: £22.20
Family Ticket Prices
- 1 adult + 2 children Day: £30.80 | Season: £46.20
- 1 adult + 3 children Day: £40 | Season: £60.00
- 2 adults + 1 child Day: £34 | Season: £56.10
- 2 adults + 2 children Day: £43.20 | Season: £64.80
- 2 adults + 3 children Day: £52.40 | Season: £78.60
Plan your visit
- Opening times: Mon–Sat 10:00–17:00 (last entry 16:00); Sun 11:00–16:00 (last entry 15:00).
- Book tickets • Parking info • Accessibility
- Address: Fire Fly Avenue, Swindon SN2 2EY • 01793 466646 • [email protected]
For information on corporate and private bookings, please contact the STEAM Events Team on 01793 466613 or email [email protected]. You can view their TripAdvisor reviews here.
Want to make a day of it? Head to the Swindon Designer Outlet afterwards, it’s less than five minutes away and full of discounted shops and delicious spots for food. Or relax in the beautiful Lydiard Park and its gardens, or if the weather isn’t on your side, check out some rainy-day activities in Swindon. For more family-friendly options nearby, see our family days out guide.
FAQs for STEAM Museum
Do I need to book?
You can book online in advance or on the day.
What are the opening times?
Mon–Sat 10:00–17:00. Sun 11:00–16:00. Last entry one hour before closing.
Where do I park?
Use the Swindon Designer Outlet North/West car parks. Do not use the adjacent bus lane. No free parking for events.
Is it accessible?
Lifts and ramps throughout. Free carer ticket. Wheelchair or scooter loan available with booking.
Is the STEAM Museum family-friendly?
Reviews consistently rate it highly for children and families.
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