Full steam ahead as attraction marks 20th anniversary
A popular Staffordshire tourist destination which houses the historic Statfold Barn Railway is celebrating its 20th anniversary.
Statfold Country Park in Tamworth has a host of seasonal events planned throughout the year as part of the milestone.
The rural attraction, which has the two-foot gauge steam railway at its heart, provides family experiences full of history and fun.
Statfold’s events programme features steam-powered attractions, such as Spectacle of Steam in March and Steam in Miniature in May, as well as themed events like Easter Eggspress and Halloween Spooktacular.
Last year’s Magical Santa Express event attracted more than 22,000 guests.
Among new initiatives for 2025 are A Day Out With Thomas, running over three days to celebrate 80 years of Thomas the Tank Engine.
The Statford Barn Railway, which has been carefully preserved over two decades, is described by train enthusiasts as a hidden gem – with its collection of rare narrow-gauge locomotives and rolling stock.
Beyond family visits and events, Statfold Country Park has also become a popular destination for corporate and private functions.
The destination has a choice of spaces for conferences, team-building activities, or product launches.
Private functions and parties can also be accommodated for up to 500 indoor or 5,000 outdoor guests – with the option to incorporate steam train rides into the event.
Lauren Jones, head of sales and marketing at Statfold Country Park, said: “We are proud of our heritage as well as our developments over the past 20 years and look forward to our expansion in the future.
“Here at Statfold, we have visitors who have lived in Tamworth all their life come to visit us for the first time, in complete shock that our venue was on their doorstep!
“We offer a full calendar of events throughout the year and encourage everyone to come and visit us! We truly are a hidden gem in Staffordshire.”
Find out more information about Statfold Country Park.
