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The Epping Ongar Railway runs steam and diesel trains along a former London Underground branch through the Essex countryside and the edge of Epping Forest. Families can ride between the restored period stations at Ongar, North Weald and Epping, and on most operating days vintage London buses connect to the line, with all three transport experiences included in one ticket. The railway runs a programme of family events through the year, including seasonal specials, and the site mentions a playground and dogs being welcome on most days. Much of the operation is carried out by volunteers, and the railway is a good fit for children interested in trains and local history as well as older enthusiasts. Check the venue's events calendar before visiting, as services follow a seasonal and event-led timetable.
Stuff to take with you
The things people wish they’d packed for a day out like this one.
Refillable water bottleMost places will fill it for free.
Snacks that survive a rucksackCheaper than the café, and buys you twenty minutes.
Wet wipes
Small first aid kitPlasters solve more days out than anything else here.- Face wipes
A penForms, competitions, name badges.- Blister plastersNew shoes and a long walk are a bad pairing.
- Audiobook or story CD
Notebook
Spare carrier bagFor the wet things. There are always wet things.
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Photos: 維基小霸王, CC BY-SA 4.0 · Renée Kools, CC BY 4.0 · Donald Trung Quoc Don, CC BY-SA 4.0
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