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SEPTEMBER 13th


POTTERY PAINTING

An Autumn Railway Treat ! 

Join us for the opportunity to get crafty and paint your own Ceramic Pumpkin which will be taken away and glazed, being returned before Halloween!

Each paying guest will have the opportunity to paint 1 Ceramic Pumpkin, which will be taken away, glazed and fired before being returned to you at a later date. Each paying guest will also recieve a complimentary drink onboard, whether that be a cheeky Bucks-Fizz, or a nice warm cuppa.
BOOK NOW !

Event : Pottery Painting Experience
​Date : September 13th
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Your Railway Adventure ... 

Join us for the pottery painting, then hop aboard and ride around the railway to experience all we have to offer
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Pottery Painting
Enjoy free craft sessions throughout the day

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Standard Gauge Railway
Travel between our three historic stations

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Telford Town Tramway
Ride on the UK's only steam tramway

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Model Railway Exhibition
Explore the miniature model world

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Included with your ticket

- Travel on all our Standard Gauge Trains  (11:00, 12:00, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30)
- Unlimited rides on the Telford Town Tramway
- Access to the Top Link Model Railway Exhibition
​- Pottery Painting Experience
- Old Loco Shed Viewing Area
- Brake Van Rides with Hector (select times)

Also Available

- Phoenix Miniature Railway (£2 per ride)
- The Horsehay Cafe 
- Freight Stop Gift Shop
- Horsehay Pool Picnic Area

Pottery Painting Details

Join us for the opportunity to get crafty and paint your own Ceramic Pumpkin which will be taken away and glazed, being returned before Halloween!

The train will depart at 11am, where you will join us to paint your own Ceramic Pumpkin behind our heritage steam locomotive. Please arrive at the railway by 10:50am. 
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Each paying guest will have the opportunity to paint 1 Ceramic Pumpkin, which will be taken away, glazed and fired before being returned to you at a later date. Each paying guest will also receive a complimentary drink onboard, whether that be a cheeky Bucks-Fizz, or a nice warm cuppa.

Your experience should last approximately 1 hour. 

your finished items will either be available to collect from MERAKI in Much Wenlock or from Spring Village Station at an arranged date.

This Event is being held in partnership with MERAKI based in Much Wenlock.

TICKETS

Your ticket lets you ride on all the standard gauge services and unlimited rides on the Telford Town Tramway

Admission Type
On the Day
 Pottery Painting Experience + Adult Day Rover
£25
BOOK NOW !

All attractions subject to availability. Telford Steam Railway reserves the right to amend, replace or cancel any/all of the trains or attractions referred to without notice if required.

THE OLD LOCO SHED,
​BRIDGE ROAD,
HORSEHAY,
TELFORD,
​SHROPSHIRE,
TF4 2NF
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TELFORD STEAM RAILWAY IS THE TRADING NAME OF THE TELFORD HORSEHAY STEAM TRUST COMPANY LIMITED
REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1003150 | REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER 01970570

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  • Home
  • OUR RAILWAY
    • About Us >
      • Vision and Mission statements
    • What to see and do
    • Latest News
    • Make a donation to the railway >
      • 5619 100th ANNIVERSARY APPEAL
    • Videos
    • Facilities
    • Our Rolling Stock
  • THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride
    • Home
    • Buy Tickets 2026
    • Accessibility
    • The Experience
    • FAQ's
    • 2026 Dates, Times & Prices
    • Polar Express Terms and Conditions
    • Arrival to the Event
    • Group Bookings
    • Joining the Team >
      • Supporting Staff
  • PLANNING YOUR VISIT
    • Our Next Running Day
    • Loco Roster
    • Getting to us
    • Accessibility
    • Timetable and Fares >
      • Discounts and Special Offers
    • Dining Services
    • Experiences >
      • Steam Engine Driver Experiences
      • Footplate Experiences
      • Diesel Driver Experiences
      • Class 37 Driver Experiences
      • Guard Experiences
    • Telford Town Tramway
    • Where to Stay
    • FAQ | Frequently Asked Questions
  • Events 2026
    • Cream Tea Special
    • Fish & Chip Special
    • Murder Mystery
    • Pottery Painting
    • Farewell to 'Cranford'
  • Contact us
  • Support Us
    • Membership >
      • Digital Membership Form
    • Becoming a Volunteer
    • Easy Fundraising
    • T&W Community Lottery
  • Leave a Review
  • ONLINE STORE
    • Tickets
    • Freight Stop Gift Shop