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Colne Valley Railway

Colne Valley Railway

www.colnevalleyrailway.co.uk

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Opening Times

For school visits we will open to suit yourselves
Also special School events in June 21st- 24th - Pre -KS1
and October Victorian Fantasy 4th- 6th- Very Popular KS1/2

What makes this a great venue for School group Fun or Educational Visits?

We will tailor the day to suit the age range of the children, but would normally take form of visit to signalbox, ride on a train with drivers eye view of the ride, museum, Static steam engine explanation, possible miniature railway ride and shop

What are the Curriculum Topics or Benefit to the students from a visit?

Transport, Physics of a steam engine, Forces, History also special days in October Victorian Fantasy

What are the activities?

Train Ride/s Museum's

What is the age range of the activities?

can be tailored to suit most ages. pre - Ks1

What materials to you provide or suggest groups bring to support the visit?

None but Teachers packs available

What are the minimum and maximum group sizes and the free Teacher Ratio?

30 - 60 children- teachers etc not charged

Do you have or how do you arrange risk assessment?

Pre written RA

Do you offer Teacher familiarisation days?

Yes No charge

What facilities are there for school groups for food and drink, shop etc?

Picnic facility Indoors or outside No buffet open on Private Visit days

Is specific clothing required?

No

Do you have first aid on site?

Not on Private visit days

Are there any restrictions on photos, copyright etc?

No

Additional information.

Call us for further Details 01787 461174
www.colnevalleyrailway.co.uk


Contact

Address:
Colne Valley Railway
Yeldham Road
Castle Hedingham
Halsted
Essex CO9 3DZ
Tel:
01787 461174
Contact Name:
Evan Bailey / Sally Halls
Contact Email:
Education Liaison Name:
Evan Bailey
Education Liaison Email:
Education Liaison Tel:
01787 461174
Emergency Tel:
o1787 461174

Health Safety

We follow HMRI guidlines

School Group Pricing

Private Visits - Cost £5.50 per child (minimum charge £192.50 up to 35 children, additional children are charged at £4.50 per head).2011 prices. Includes a ride on a train, and a conducted tour of the railway tailored to your educational needs and age of children.