Step into the fascinating world of railway freight with our exclusive Goods Experience, featuring a unique ride in a Brake Van as the highlight of the day! This immersive event begins at the historic Goods Shed in Quorn, where you’ll receive a warm welcome and safety briefing from a GCR guide. Discover the crucial role railways played in transporting freight and learn about the GCR wagon fleet, and the goods shed.
The adventure continues with a ride in the Brake Van offering a unique perspective of the railway and where your host will provide insights about the railway. Upon arrival in Leicester, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the wagons and loco before journeying to Loughborough and returning to Quorn. With limited places available on selected Saturdays throughout 2026, don’t miss out on a freightfully good day of history and exploration!
The GCR Goods Experience costs £99 per person and is available on: 11th April, 9th May, 13th June, 11th July, 8th August and 12th September.
Your ticket also includes travel on the railway, on our other standard passenger services, running on the day of your experience!
New for 2026, we’ve extended the Goods Experience to include a full return journey, introduced following visitor feedback from 2025.
The highlight of the day includes a Brake Van offering a unique perspective of the railway and where your host will provide insights about the railway.
Upon arrival in Leicester, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the wagons and locomotive before journeying to Loughborough and returning to Quorn.
