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About
For over 50 years the East Anglian Railway Museum has been transporting visitors of all ages back in time to discover the unique history of the region’s railways. The site covers over 10 acres, you can explore our Victorian station, goods shed and signal boxes to see how passengers and freight have been transported over the years.
With displays of steam and diesel locomotives, vintage carriages and wagons there is something to interest everyone. Our heritage centre looks behind the scenes of running the railways with a host of smaller artefacts on display.
Working restoration shed where Volunteers bring the Engines and Rolling stock back to life.
The Museum also includes a railway themed Children's Playground, Picnic Area and an ex-London bus converted into a Children's Play Bus.
The award winning Platform 2 Café will be open every day the museum is open*, serving delicious homemade cakes, afternoon teas, lunches and great coffee!
Picnic Area
Venue hire for Weddings, Parties, conferences etc, including Training rooms.
Event Days
Unlimited Train rides, including Mini rail and Model railway layouts
Days out with Thomas (Easter, August Bank Holiday, Half Term , Christmas with Santa)
Spring Vehicle Extravaganza
Summer and Winter Beer Festival
Small Trains Exhibition
Steam Railway Experience Days Available
Based next to the famous Chappel Viaduct in north Essex, we are easily accessible by road and rail and full details can be found by going to www.earm.co.uk
Book Tickets
Guide Prices
Please see website for details
Events
Thursday, 27th February 2025 - Saturday, 1st March 2025
Chappel Winter Beer FestivalChappel Winter Beer Festival
Confirmed Dates
Thursday to Saturday 27 February to 1 March 2025
The festival is open all three days 11.00am to 11.00pm
The Chappel Winter Festival is back again for 2025. With over 70 cask ales + Ciders & Perry. Held in the Unique Chappel Goods Shed, part of the East…- more info
Wednesday, 9th April 2025 - Wednesday, 9th April 2025
Wednesday, 28th May 2025 - Wednesday, 28th May 2025
Sunday, 1st June 2025 - Sunday, 1st June 2025
Wednesday, 23rd July 2025 - Wednesday, 23rd July 2025
Wednesday, 6th August 2025 - Wednesday, 6th August 2025
Wednesday, 13th August 2025 - Wednesday, 13th August 2025
Wednesday, 20th August 2025 - Wednesday, 20th August 2025
Wednesday, 27th August 2025 - Wednesday, 27th August 2025
Diesel Day - unlimited train ridesUnlimited rides on a train hauled by one of our vintage Diesel Locomotives, Diesel Railbus.- more info
Friday, 18th April 2025 - Monday, 21st April 2025
Saturday, 23rd August 2025 - Monday, 25th August 2025
Saturday, 25th October 2025 - Sunday, 26th October 2025
Day Out With ThomasTime to Party with Thomas the Tank Engine at East Anglian Railway Museum. Spend the day creating family memories and celebrating 80 years of Thomas.- more info
Sunday, 25th May 2025 - Monday, 26th May 2025
Annual Transport ExtravaganzaOur Annual Transport Extravaganza never fails to impress and offers a grand day out for all the family.- more info
Sunday, 15th June 2025 - Sunday, 15th June 2025
Fathers Day and Steampunk ShenangiansCelebrate Father's Day with a visit to the Museum, and a ride on a train hauled by a real life steam engine and take part in some Steampunk Shenanigans and browse the Steampunk Market.- more info
Sunday, 15th June 2025 - Sunday, 15th June 2025
Fathers Day and Steampunk ShenangiansCelebrate Father's Day with a visit to the Museum, and a ride on a train hauled by a real life steam engine and take part in some Steampunk Shenanigans and browse the Steampunk Market.- more info
Sunday, 15th June 2025 - Sunday, 15th June 2025
Fathers Day and Steampunk ShenangiansCelebrate Father's Day with a visit to the Museum, and a ride on a train hauled by a real life steam engine and take part in some Steampunk Shenanigans and browse the Steampunk Market.- more info
Sunday, 13th July 2025 - Sunday, 13th July 2025
Railway 200 CelebrationsA special day of celebration for the 200th anniversary of the the modern railway network - Railway 200.- more info
Sunday, 10th August 2025 - Sunday, 10th August 2025
Small Trains Day & Model Railway ShowUnlimited rides on a train hauled by one of our vintage Steam Locomotives on our Miniature Railway and Model Railway Show.
Our popular Small Trains Day is back – but it's not just small trains – one of our full sized steam locomotives and a Diesel locomotive will also be in action with unlimited…- more info
Tuesday, 9th September 2025 - Saturday, 13th September 2025
Chappel Summer Beer FestivalChappel Summer Beer Festival
Confirmed Dates
Tuesday 9th to Saturday 13th September- more info
Sunday, 5th October 2025 - Sunday, 5th October 2025
Steam Day - unlimited train ridesUnlimited rides on a train hauled by one of our vintage Steam Locomotives.- more info
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled access - Step free Access by Car if arriving by Train will need to use steps on railway bridge over track
- Wheelchairs available
Catering
- On-site catering
- On-site light refreshments
- Picnic site
Groups
- Coach parking
Property Facilities
- Dogs Accepted
Suitability
- School Trips
Target Markets
- Coach parties accepted
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Near the impressive Chappel Viaduct. About 15 minutes from Colchester, Halstead and Sudbury, about 30 minutes from Chelmsford, about 40 minutes from Ipswich.
Public Transport Directions
Accessible by Public Transport: Chappel & Wakes Colne station is 0 miles away.
