Arts & Culture

Cholsey & Wallingford Railway

5 Hithercroft Rd, Wallingford OX10 9GQ

🕐Seasonal weekends 11:00 - 16:00 (Check timetables)

About

A charming 2.5-mile heritage branch line that runs from the historic town of Wallingford to the village of Cholsey. Locally known as "The Bunk," it was part of the late 19th-century GWR branch from Wallingford to the mainline at Cholsey.

Heritage

The Wallingford Bunk

The Cholsey & Wallingford Railway was once a vital link between the market town of Wallingford and the rest of the rail network. The line's nickname, "The Bunk," originated from its reputation for 'bunking' passengers to the mainline. Today, it is a volunteer-led heritage treasure, preserving the history of a local branch line and providing a nostalgic journey through the North Wessex Downs and the scenic landscapes of South Oxfordshire.