The Great Central Railway is set to host a two-day 1940s event across its restored heritage line, between 30 and 31 May. Visitors can expect to find the railway’s period stations transformed through vintage trains, wartime re-enactments, live entertainment, and historical displays.

Organisers have also confirmed appearances by The Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Memorial Flight on both days, with timings due to be announced closer to the event.

Steam-hauled passenger and goods trains will operate throughout the weekend, recreating wartime rail travel between the line’s preserved stations. A large display of classic vehicles, including military transport, motorbikes, pre-war cars and steam traction engines, will also feature across the railway.

Visitors will be able to explore military encampments, civilian history exhibits and local heritage displays, including a presentation by the Quorn Local History Group examining village life during the 1940s, evacuees, wartime industries, the 82nd Airborne and the local POW camp.

Re-enactors portraying soldiers, civilians and Home Front workers will appear across the route, alongside Merchant Navy displays and wartime firefighting demonstrations.

Quorn station will host a vintage market selling period clothing, jewellery and accessories, while 1940s-themed food and drink will be available throughout the railway. Live bands, singers and dance demonstrations will run all weekend, with free evening dances on Friday and Saturday.

Activities take place from 10 am until 6:30 pm daily, with tickets starting at £30.