Caledonian Railway, Brechin station platform with a blue train on the left, a brick building with a covered waiting area on the right, and railway tracks running through the center. The platform has green support columns and decorative arches.

Plan Your Visit

Everything you need to know before your day at Caledonian Railway, from getting here to what to expect when you arrive.

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Helpful Information

  • We operate on selected dates throughout the year, including weekends in the summer and special events.

    👉 Check our What’s On page for upcoming dates and services.

  • Getting Here

    We’re located in Brechin, just off the A90 between Dundee and Aberdeen.

    Address:
    The Station, Park Road, Brechin, DD9 7AF

    (Bridge of Dun address - Bridge of Dun Station, DD10 9LH)

    👉 Free parking is available at both Brechin and Bridge of Dun stations.

  • What to Expect

    A typical visit sees one of our heritage steam or diesel trains running between Brechin and Bridge of Dun, with multiple trips throughout the day.

    You’ll be welcomed by our friendly volunteers and can enjoy a relaxed journey through the Angus countryside, capturing the charm of a traditional branch line railway.

  • Facilities

    • The Whistlestop Café at Brechin Station serving hot food, drinks, and home baking

    • Gift shop at Brechin Station

    • Toilets available at both stations (please note - toilets not available on the trains)

    • Additional refreshments at Bridge of Dun (subject to availability)

  • Our stations and trains are wheelchair accessible, with ramps available to assist boarding.

    Disabled parking is available at Brechin Station, and our team are always happy to help - just speak to a member of staff on arrival.

    • No toilets onboard the train

    • Dogs welcome on most daytime services

    • Trains run in most weather conditions

Interior of a ticket office with green paneled doors and wainscoting, a wall clock showing approximately 2:57, and a blue sign with white lettering that says 'TICKETS'. There are posters on the wall, a wooden postal rack with vintage suitcases underneath, and a red fire extinguisher in the corner.

TICKETS & BOOKING

Tickets can be purchased in advance via our What’s On page or on the day at our ticket office (subject to availability).

We recommend booking in advance for popular events to avoid disappointment.

The Caledonian Railway station building with a large clock on top, vintage architecture, green fence in foreground, and sign reading 'Caledonian Railway Brechin Station'.

WHAT TO WEAR

Tickets can be purchased in advance via our What’s On page or on the day at our ticket office (subject to availability).

We recommend booking in advance for popular events to avoid disappointment.

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BRINGING YOUR DOG

Dogs are welcome on most daytime services, but are not permitted on trains where food or drink is served.

All dogs must be kept on a lead at all times.

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TIME ALLOWANCE

A typical visit includes a return journey between Brechin and Bridge of Dun, with time to explore the stations and enjoy the café.

Why not make the most of your visit with a stop at the Whistlestop Café?

Wooden fence with a sign indicating the direction to toilets, outdoors on a gravel path with grass and moss in the background.

TOILETS

Toilets are available at both Brechin and Bridge of Dun stations.

Please note there are no toilets onboard the train.

A vintage train station platform with green doors, informational posters, a bench, and green metal columns supporting a skylight roof, with string lights hanging overhead.

ACCESS & SAFETY

For safety reasons, access to tracks, sheds, and workshops is not permitted at any time.

All visitors must remain within designated public areas, including platforms and station spaces.

Ready to book your next visit?

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