1940's Sherringham Day
Step back in time with a nostalgic day out at the Sheringham 1940s event. The whole town transforms with vintage vehicles, wartime displays, swing music, and locals dressed in authentic period style. Wander the lively high street, enjoy re-enactments, and soak up the atmosphere of the North Norfolk Railway, complete with steam trains and charming 1940s décor. It’s a vibrant mix of celebration and remembrance, offering history, entertainment, and community spirit for all ages..
Step back in time to the days of the blitz, rationing and utility clothing.
One weekend a year, in September, the seaside town of Sheringham goes back several decades to the 1940s.
Centred around the North Norfolk Railway, The Poppy Line, the station provides a great backdrop for the comings and goings of people all dressed in vintage costumes and with steam trains and heritage buses running all day.
By far the biggest event of its kind in Norfolk. Military and civilian vehicles, music, dancing, ration food, re-enactments and of course an intensive steam hauled train service.
Dress up in the period to really feel like you have been transported back in time. This is one of those events you really shouldn’t miss!
Come in uniform or 1940s civilian dress to add to the atmosphere.
The Renactors Parade is open to anyone in 1940’s regalia. Anyone wishing to participate in the foot procession should convene at the Lobster pub and line up along Wyndham Street before 4 p.m.
The procession will proceed up the High Street to the Town Clock and up Station Road to the main car park (near the North Norfolk Railway Station).
The 1940s weekend also encompasses the town of Sheringham and Holt with a vast amount of entertainment taking place on the stations of Sheringham, Weybourne and Holt and venues in the towns.
You may decide to catch a Heritage Bus to Holt where the Town celebrates the wartime efforts of allied forces and the remarkable resilience shown by those who dealt with the hardships of life on the Home Front.
Feel the excitement, fear, hope and bravery of the Blitz. Smell the Golden Age of Steam.
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You also get to enjoy the great British Seaside.
PLEASE NOTE - Additional charges may apply if you wish to travel on the steam trains or heritage buses.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Arlesey | Mill Lane, Arlesey |
| Baldock | Tesco |
| Biggleswade Bus Station | Hitchin Street SG18 8AP |
| Hatfield Galleria South | Hatfield Galleria Oposite McDonalds (Southbound) |
| Hitchin North | Market Square Bus Sop K (Northbound) |
| Shefford Lemon Plaice | High Street Shefford SG17 5AX |
| St Neots Tesco | Tescos Barford Road |
| Stevenage Bus Stop L | Stevenage Bus Stop L Southbound |
| Stotfold | Mulberry Close |
