Café & Bistro

'Head of Steam' café at Paignton Station

Head of Steam is alongside the platform and next to the gift shop area.

We serve piping hot coffee and other beverages, sandwiches and snacks, locally made cakes and biscuits and are all here to tempt you. Create your own picnic here before you board the train!

Take time to enjoy our special 'Devonshire Afternoon Cream Tea.'

'Belle Bistro' at Kingswear Station

The 'Belle Bistro' serves wonderful home made cakes (including yummy chocolate brownies), mouth-watering cream teas and snacks - available all day. Maybe try one of the delicious speciality coffees too. 'Belle Bistro' uses locally sourced produce and we are proud to be members of 'Devon Food and Drink'. A selection of gifts are available.'
Belle Bistro is situated on the platform at Kingswear.

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Visitor Information

Facilities & Gift Shop

Facilities & Gift Shop

The essential place for information on fab coffee and cake and shopping for gifts and mementos, etc

Getting Here & Planning

Getting Here & Planning

Planning how to find us and where to park when you arrive plus our access policy

Further Information

Further Information

Great walks, information on our dogs policy & downloading our leaflets - all in one place

Groups & Discounts

Groups & Discounts

A warm welcome awaits your group at Dartmouth Steam Railway & River Boat Co.

Reviews

  • Nostalgic day out - Had a great day on the steam railway and paddleboat with my family. Fantastic views during the railway trip and equally excellent views, and commentary, during the river cruise. Well worth the cost, friendly and helpful staff.
  • Nostalgic - We included a cruise on our trip and spent an hour on the paddlesteamer (the captain pointing out some interesting features and telling a few stories along the way). This was a very enjoyable day and worth every penny.
  • Fantastic visit - We chose to do the steam train and river cruise and it was fantastic. The staff were very helpful. After using the ferry to cross the river we went to find somewhere to have a snack before getting onto the cruise. The commentary was brilliant and we were pointed out different landmarks throughout the cruise. Thank you Dartmouth Steam Railway.

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