Roads to Rail Steam Rally
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The much-loved Roads to Rail Steam Rally returns from 26 to 28 June 2026, for the sixth year, bringing a spectacular celebration of steam engines, vintage vehicles, live music, and family entertainment — now with an important change to improve the experience for everyone.
This year, organisers have relocated the event field to the larger area previously used as the car park near Norden Station. The change has been made to offer more space, easier access, and a safer environment for visitors and exhibitors alike.
“We’re always looking for ways to improve the event, and this year we’ve taken a big step by swapping the rally field with the car park,” says event organisers. “The new field gives us more room to spread out, better ground conditions, and makes it easier for everyone to move around safely and comfortably.”
The new layout also provides improved viewing areas and better traffic flow, making it easier for vintage vehicles and machinery to operate and for families to explore the exhibits.
Event Highlights:
- A stunning display of Full-size and Miniature Steam Engines
- Tractors, Stationary Engines and Commercial Vehicles
- Classic Cars, Motorcycles and Military Vehicles
- Steam Train Rides on the Swanage Railway
- Traditional Funfair, food stalls, and real ale bar
- Live music all weekend
Set against the scenic backdrop of the Isle of Purbeck, Roads to Rail is a unique event combining the charm of a heritage railway with the excitement of a steam rally — ideal for enthusiasts, families, and visitors of all ages.
Dates for Roads to Rail Steam Rally
| 26th Jun - 28th Jun 2026 |
Vehicle & Engine Exhibitors
We are pleased to welcome a wide range of vehicle and engine exhibitors that complement our heritage setting and enhance the visitor experience. We are particularly interested in applications from exhibitors with working, display, or interpretive vehicles and engines, including (but not limited to):
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Full-sized steam engines
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Miniature steam engines
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Stationary engines
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Classic cars and motorcycles
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Military vehicles
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Commercial vehicles (historic or specialist interest)
Vehicle and engine exhibitors are encouraged to provide an engaging display and, where appropriate and safe to do so, demonstrations or interpretation for visitors. All vehicles must be suitably insured, well-presented, and comply with any safety requirements set by the railway.
Space is limited, and acceptance will be based on suitability, variety, and operational considerations.
Please click the link below to register your interest.
Vehicle & Engine Exhibitors Registration Form
Demonstration Exhibitors, Stalls, Craft & Makers and Catering Pitch Fees
We welcome a range of high-quality caterers, demonstration exhibitors, and stallholders, craft traders, and makers to support our events and enhance the visitor experience. The following fees apply to pitches. All prices are shown for the all 3 days and are exclusive of VAT unless otherwise stated.
Pricing (ex. VAT)
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Catering pitch: £300 + VAT
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Demonstration exhibitor: £50 + VAT
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Stall/Crafts/Makers Market: £100 + VAT
VAT is charged at the prevailing rate (currently 20%).
Please click the links below to register your interest.
Roads to Rail Stall/Craft/Makers Market Registration Form
Roads to Rail Catering Registration Form
Roads to Rail Demonstration Exhibitor Registration Form
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