About Inspiration: The Railway 200 Exhibition Train
Inspiration is a unique exhibition train, part of a national celebration of the 200th anniversary of the modern railway called Railway 200.
The touring train will send visitors young and old on a journey of discovery exploring the railway’s 200-year story of innovation, brought to life by interactive exhibitions and hands-on activities.
The train is expected to visit 60 locations across Britain over 12 months up to summer 2026, creating a buzz of interest and excitement at mainline stations, heritage railways and rail freight sites. Curated in partnership with the National Railway Museum, it will be the only exhibition train on the rail network and will promote the past, present and future of the railway, helping to attract the next generation of pioneering talent.
The touring train will send visitors young and old on a journey of discovery exploring the railway’s 200-year story of innovation, brought to life by interactive exhibitions and hands-on activities.
The train is expected to visit 60 locations across Britain over 12 months up to summer 2026, creating a buzz of interest and excitement at mainline stations, heritage railways and rail freight sites. Curated in partnership with the National Railway Museum, it will be the only exhibition train on the rail network and will promote the past, present and future of the railway, helping to attract the next generation of pioneering talent.
Find Us
The schedule for the train now covers 27 locations across England, Scotland and Wales to the end of the bicentenary year.
Bookings are now open.
Contact Details
Please email 200@networkrail.co.uk.