Severn Valley Railway

Free disabled parking at Kidderminster however the 2 spots out the front was full and the others are quite a walk. On arrival at ticket off the ticket chap wasn't there and took some time to appear and refused a discounted career ticket despite showing blue badge, they are linked up with nimbus. UPDATE: I did email them and advised them the carer ticket and they did apologise and offer free return tickets so hopefully for others there won't be confusion. The fares seemed reasonable enough though and cheaper for some others. Only two trains running today and it was a pleasant enough, we went to Highley, just be aware that you need to sit in the right spot as they run the trains longer than the platforms and we had to move twice. At highly too the train covers the level crossing so you'd need to wait or use the bridge, thankfully I'm OK with steps. A short enough walk to the engine shed although a bit hilly, all flat and lifts available in the engine shed. The restaurant in the engine shed didn't look appetising but it was quiet and I feel they are struggling to attract visitors (although no Steam due to the heatwaves. All in all not bad but if really struggle with mobility (and don't use a chair) it maybe a struggle (They perhaps cater a little better for a wheelchair) and if you don't have a "access" card don't bank on a carers fare.

15 of us booked for the Flying Scotsman. We had 2 in electric wheelchairs & booked spaces for all in their accessible carriage. We were boarded first with a ramp for the chairs. One transferred to a chair one stayed in the wheelchair but it was great to be together for an unforgettable day. The carriage has a disabled toilet with room to get the wheelchair in and transfer - though it is a little light on space we were impressed to have the provision with grab bars and stuff on an old train. There were several staff members on hand to help detrain using the ramps. The shop and platforms were crowded for the special day but they, and the restaurant, were all flat access so would possibly be easier to access when quieter in the week or on a non-event weekend. We managed. The route to/from the adjacent car park is currently a little narrow with works ongoing but still navigable by chair. There are some disabled spaces and you can get a free parking token from the shop if you have a blue badge. Couldn’t have done better!!

We have travelled three times down the length of the line from Bridgnorth to Kidderminster. Amazing lunch in 'Kiddy' station all themed to 1940's ready for their special events days. Beautiful views and worth every penny.