SUNDAY 8TH JUNE, 10 A.M – 4 P.M Step back in time to the 1940s The railway played a major part in the war effort, as it served many local airfields. Why not join us as we go back to the 1940s? Step back in time and immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the time. There will be re-enactments at the railway, featuring the Home Guard, 1940's Dancers, evacuation trains and bomb trains. Many of our staff and visitors will be dressed in period costumes. You may like to join the many visitors who dress up, and really feel part of the war effort. ‘CIVIL DEFENDERS’ wartime re-enactment group ‘THE MARAUDERS’ USAAF 9th Air force re-enactment group DEREK WYNDHAM MAYES Author of ‘The Airmen of Ridgewell’ CIVILIAN CARS 1940s DANCERS WORKING SHIRE HORSE AND MUCH MORE! Trains will be running throughout the day, and be sure to keep a look out for the evacuation train. As you may know, many children were evacuated out of the cities to the country for safety. Re-enactors on the site will add to the authenticity of your experience. The railway also served many local airfields with supplies and munitions. There will be a demonstration bomb train running during the day. Some trains may run late due to enemy action! Adult £8 Child £4 Seniors £6 Family £24 (2 Adults and up to 4 children) If you are part of a 40s group, have a period military vehicle or anything 40s and would like to join in, please email us at colnevalleyatwar@gmail.com. (We reserve the right to amend, alter or cancel any of the above without prior notice) We hope that everybody is able to enjoy their day at this event. We ask that visitors who choose to wear military uniforms respect the many people who may have difficult memories of this period by selecting British or Allied uniforms only.