Explore

Find out all about us from locations to train and fleet information to history and how to get here
- and all from the comfort of your armchair.

locations

Explore the towns on our network; Paignton, Dartmouth, Totnes, Torquay, Brixham and Kingswear. Unique towns all offering a different atmosphere, scenery and history.

Our Locations
our history

Learn the history of the railway and river boats, how and when they merged and little snippets in between! Every passenger helps to preserve a little piece of heritage.

Our History
our Trains

We are a leading heritage railway in the UK wonderful scenery - magnificent coastal views, rolling Devon countryside and uninterrupted views across the Dart Estuary.

Our Trains
our boat fleet

Enjoy the views around the lower half of the River Dart, the full length of the navigable river to Totnes and sea trips from Torbay. We even have Britain`s only coal fired paddle steamer!

Our Boat Fleet

What's on

South Devon plays host to a spectacular array of events throughout the year making it a great area to visit at any time.

On 13th August 2025 to 14th August 2025

The annual British Firework Championships is hosted by Britain's ocean city, Plymouth across two evenings every August.

On 24th August 2025 to 26th August 2025

Torbay Regatta is the oldest royal regatta in the country.

If you have any questions, please send us a message or check out our FAQs.

Harry Potteresque - Once on the platform we boarded the train (covid restrictions applied) and stepped back in time and themes of Harry Potters Hogwarts express sprang to mind! Brilliant!
Lovely day out - We decided on a steam train and boat ride day. The train was lovely, and the boat ride was a lot of fun with an entertaining guide, which one of my teenage daughters found hilarious!
Absolutely fabulous experience - The whole day was fabulous with great weather and steam trains. The line is one of the most scenic you will ever experience and is a must visit if in the area. I will definitely be back again :-)