Caledonian Railway

Caledonian Railway We are a volunteer-run heritage railway in Brechin, Angus. Enjoy steam and diesel train journeys, and family events along our 4 mile line to Bridge of Dun!

Every ticket supports the preservation of our railway for future generations.

In Brechin this weekend coming for the Angus show? Why not pop down on Saturday the 6th of June for a round trip on one ...
01/06/2026

In Brechin this weekend coming for the Angus show? Why not pop down on Saturday the 6th of June for a round trip on one of our heritage diesel locomotives. The train will depart Brechin at 1pm and return just after 2pm.

Think of it as a little warm up to our summer running season along side our afternoon tea!

Get your tickets ⬇️

Volunteer recruitment day -13th of June 2026 We are also on the lookout for Ticket office staff! These are the volunteer...
31/05/2026

Volunteer recruitment day -13th of June 2026

We are also on the lookout for Ticket office staff! These are the volunteers who are often the first point of contact with our customers when they
arrive at our station. Our friendly volunteers provide our customers with information about the railway and sell tickets for our events which are taking place. If this is something that you might be interested in helping with, please come along to our volunteer recruitment day and chat with our volunteers! Alternatively, email [email protected] to register your interest in volunteering with us or to ask any questions you may have about volunteering!

Volunteer recruitment day -13th of June 2026. Our first volunteer opportunity we would like to highlight is the stations...
27/05/2026

Volunteer recruitment day -13th of June 2026. Our first volunteer opportunity we would like to highlight is the stations themselves! This can involve station management, general upkeep and renovations of our historic stations, ensuring they retain their charm for our visitors. There is also plenty gardening to do in the stations to keep them looking like their best. If you enjoy a spot of cleaning, painting and general maintenance or to even help in planning the next steps in the upkeep of the station, this could be for you! If this is something that you might be interested in helping with, please come along to our volunteer recruitment day and chat with our volunteers! Alternatively, email [email protected] to register your interest in volunteering with us or to ask any questions you may have about volunteering!

Join us on Saturday the 6th of June for our next afternoon tea service with The Whistle Stop . Enjoy delicious home baki...
22/05/2026

Join us on Saturday the 6th of June for our next afternoon tea service with The Whistle Stop . Enjoy delicious home baking while taking in the scenic countryside as you travel along our railway. Get your tickets below ⬇️ it’s the ideal afternoon out for all ages.

It’s two weeks to go until our popular afternoon tea train returns with our lovely ladies at The Whistle Stop . The trai...
26/04/2026

It’s two weeks to go until our popular afternoon tea train returns with our lovely ladies at The Whistle Stop .

The train will be hauled by one of our historic diesel engines through the very scenic Strathmore countryside. Get your tickets below!⬇️

On Saturday 13th of June join us for our volunteer recruitment day!You will be able to meet and chat with our volunteers...
18/04/2026

On Saturday 13th of June join us for our volunteer recruitment day!

You will be able to meet and chat with our volunteers across various areas of the railway. Some of these areas are:
-Steam
-Coaches
-Permanent way (track and infrastructure)
-Stations
-Events
-Diesels
As well as many more!

We will be running train services to showcase all areas of the railway, a timetable will be released closer to the time.

What is required to volunteer at the Caledonian railway?
-Being enthusiastic
-Be willing to learn new skills
-Wanting to help preserve history
-No previous experience required!

What can you get out of volunteering with us?
-Experience with tasks you may never have considered being involved with before as well as learning new skills
-Becoming part of a close knit team who are social within and outwith the railway
-The satisfaction of keeping the Caledonian Railway alive and so so much more.

It’s never too late to get involved with railway preservation. If you would like to get involved before the 13th of June please send us a message or email [email protected] .

The very useful engine returns to Brechin on 25th/26th July and 29th/30th August! Our tickets are now on sale. It is the...
07/04/2026

The very useful engine returns to Brechin on 25th/26th July and 29th/30th August! Our tickets are now on sale. It is the ideal day out for all from far and wide.

Visiting us for the Gruffalo or Fish and Chip trains this weekend? Why not pop in to the lovely Lorraine and Wendy at Th...
02/04/2026

Visiting us for the Gruffalo or Fish and Chip trains this weekend?

Why not pop in to the lovely Lorraine and Wendy at The Whistle Stop located on platform 1 at Brechin station. There will be a selection of hot food, cold food, warm drinks (to keep the wind chill at bay) and cold drinks available as well as their famous home baking. It usually goes down a treat with the volunteers!

Open 10am to 3pm. We hope you enjoy!

It’s just THREE weeks to go until our first afternoon tea on the train with The Whistle Stop.  Enjoy a delicious afterno...
29/03/2026

It’s just THREE weeks to go until our first afternoon tea on the train with The Whistle Stop. Enjoy a delicious afternoon tea with homemade cakes that can’t be missed.

It is the perfect way to step back in time while enjoying an afternoon tea.

“I don’t believe in the Big Bad Mouse”…but The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo’s Child are coming to the Caledonian Railway on...
24/03/2026

“I don’t believe in the Big Bad Mouse”…but The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo’s Child are coming to the Caledonian Railway on 4th & 5th April.
Start your day by enjoying a scenic steam train ride through the heart of Angus before seeing The Gruffalo & The Gruffalo’s Child back at the station ready to pose for photos, so don’t forget your camera!

Every child will receive a complimentary activity sheet, storybook, crayon, biscuit and juice to enjoy during the journey.
This event is in partnership with our friends at Fox & Edwards Events. Prices start from £12.50 for children and £22.50 for adults with 4 departure times at 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00. Book your adventure now https://www.foxandedwards.com/events/view/the-gruffalo-child-visits-angus

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The Station, 2 Park Road
Brechin
DD97AF

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