34 Faringdon Road
Step back in time at this Swindon Railway Village cottage where you can discover Victorian traditions.
Witness the sights, sounds and smells of local community life, and learn how a Great Western Railway worker would have lived with their family.
We are open regularly to the public, and host a variety of seasonal and themed events for whole family to enjoy.
Private Visits
We offer a range of unique experiences for your corporate team or private group. Whether it is a team building quiz or cream tea and tours, come and explore Swindon’s historic Railway Village with us…
School Visits
We offer a variety of packages that support learning and development through education. We have produced a number of resources, and can cater for a range of topics from Victorian life to local history.
Walking Tours
Explore Swindon’s Historic Railway Village with a local heritage expert and museum volunteer. Our free walking tours consist of many themes and topics, covering health, industry and social history.
The Museum Team
It’s thanks to our dedicated team of volunteers that we are able to host events and other activities all year round.
We are always looking to expand our team, and welcome anyone who can spare a little time to consider join us.
Opening Times
The Railway Village Museum is open for bookable Tours throughout the warmer months of April through to September, mainly on Wednesdays.
In addition to our weekly opening, we host a variety of seasonal and themed events throughout the year for the whole family to enjoy.
Please see our events calendar for timings and booking for Tours and other events.
A visitor leaflet produced for The Railway Village Museum by J. Arkell & Sons Ltd. The Ark logo shown was mostly used in the 1970s and 1980s. In October 1989, Arkell’s was renamed Arkell’s Brewery Ltd.
Thank You!
It’s FREE to visit our museum, but we appreciate any donation contributions you can spare. The Railway Village Museum relies heavily on donations and volunteer contributions to remain open.
It is thanks to our dedicated team of volunteers that we are able to host a range of events and other visits all year round, including private, corporate and school bookings.
Getting Here
The Railway Village Museum is at 34 Faringdon Road (SN1 5BJ) in Swindon’s Railway Village. You can view the location on Google Maps here.
It is easily accessible by train and bus, with the Central Bus Station just a short walk away. There are several car parks available around the Railway Village, but we recommend Bristol Street Car Park for it’s proximity to the Museum.