About
Come and See Hey Duggee at the Epping Ongar Railway, North Weald, on Sunday 30th June
Calling all squirrels! Hey Duggee is one of the happiest, most fun shows on kids TV and the Epping Ongar Railway is delighted that it’s huggable star, Duggee, will be visiting them at the begining of July.
Duggee will be making appearances throughout the day on 30 June at the times shown below, so fans have the chance to see him. Be sure to come and say hello and don’t forget your camera! A-WOOF!
Capacity on each train will be limited and advance booking is essential.
You can also take a ride into the ancient Epping Forest on our diesel multiple unit, which offers drivers eye views. This is included within the price of your great value ticket! You can only board, or alight from, this service at North Weald.
Duggee appearances
Appearances take place at Ongar station.
Join our vintage London bus service from Epping station, to North Weald. At North Weald there is chance to purchase some refreshments from our LNER Cafe, before joining the heritage tran to Ongar for a break of approximately 90 minutes, to see Duggee. Also at Ongar, you can see a magic show with our resident magician, John Clayton, and follow the clues to find the pictures of animals hidden around the station.
The train will then return you to North Weald where you can return to Epping on board the vintage London bus.
Times
The heritage steam train will depart from North Weald, for a journey through the Essex countryside, at the following times. This will take you to Ongar where you will be able to see Duggee.
Train 1: 10.50
Train 2: 12.00
Train 3: 13.10
Train 4: 14.20
You should allow approximately 2 hours for the train journey and the opportunity to see Duggee.
You must travel on the booked train to Ongar.
Make the most of your day!
Our heritage diesel multiple unit will be operating shuttle trains making a return journey into the ancient Epping Forest, offering drivers eye views! You can travel on this service before, or after, your steam hauled journey for no extra charge. You cannot join or alight from this service at Epping Forest as these is no platform here.
You can find the full timetable, including the times of the Epping Forest shuttle using the link below.
Appearances take place at North Weald station. There is no parking available at the station, except for blue badge holders. Epping Ongar Railway recommend travelling via the Central Line (journey time to Epping is just 30 minutes from Stratford) or parking at Epping Underground station (parking charges payable) or in public car parks in Ongar and using their free connecting heritage bus service. You can find the bus timetable here.
Times
You can see Duggee on the platform at the following times, before taking a ride on a heritage steam train through the Essex countryside to Ongar and return.
10:00
11:40
13:20
15:00
The experience lasts approximately 90 minutes.
Epping Ongar Railway resident magician, John, will be on board the train with lots of tricks to keep you entertained during the journey, and there will be other on-board activities too.
At North Weald
Join the heritage steam train service to see Duggee.
Take a ride into the ancient Epping Forest on board our diesel multiple unit which offers drivers eye views.
Our gift shop will be open with a wide selection of souvenirs for sale, as well as a selection of Hey Duggee merchandise.
The LNER Café will be open offering a range of hot and cold drinks and light refreshments to take away.
At Ongar Station
See Duggee
Watch a magic show from our resident magician, John Clayton.
Follow the clues and find the pictures of animals located around the station.
Hot and cold drinks and light refreshments will be available from the Buffet Stop cafe.
Hot Food will be available from Hopleaf, our catering concession.
Our gift shop will be open.
For an additional charge a balloon modeller will be creating balloon animals for you to take away.
Fares
The following great value fares apply.
Train 1: Adult £15; Child £6
Trains 2 and 3: Adult £18; Child £8
Train 4: Adult £16; Child £7
Children under 18 months old are free – no ticket needed - though they are not allocated a seat.
All fares include the connecting vintage London bus service from Epping Underground station, Shenfield or Ongar, a ride on a heritage steam train, a journey into Epping Forest on our diesel multiple unit, and all attractions listed above.
Click here for full information on this event and Epping Ongar Railway.
The best place for Londoners to start their journey is right outside Epping Underground Station where the vintage London Bus takes you directly to North Weald Station:
North Weald: North Weald Station, Station Road, North Weald, CM16 6BT
Ongar Station: Ongar Station, Station Approach, Ongar, CM5 9BN
Epping Underground Station, Station Road, Epping, CM16 4HW
Book Tickets Online
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled Parking - There is very limited parking available at the stations, with priority given to blue badge / disabled customers. Please drive and park with care, avoid blocking access and with consideration of our neighbours.
- Disabled persons toilet - Ladies and Gentlemen's toilets are available at Ongar and North Weald stations. Baby changing equipment is included within the Family Room / Ladies Waiting Room facilities at both stations. Disabled toilets are available in Ongar High Street (400 yards from station). Unfortunately, while we have enabled step-free access to Ongar building, the Grade II listed 1865 station does not accommodate a wheelchair accessible toilet. We have recently installed a new disabled toilet in our outlet building at North Weald.
- Facility for service dogs - Well controlled dogs, guide and assistance dogs are welcome on our railway at no extra charge. However we are unable to accept dogs, other than assistance dogs, on our dining trains. Should your companion feel thirsty, there are usually water bowls on the platforms with fresh water available. If you cannot find these, please don't hesitate to ask.
- Guide Dogs Permitted - Well controlled dogs, guide and assistance dogs are welcome on our railway at no extra charge. However we are unable to accept dogs, other than assistance dogs, on our dining trains. Should your companion feel thirsty, there are usually water bowls on the platforms with fresh water available. If you cannot find these, please don't hesitate to ask.
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors - There is very limited parking available at the stations, with priority given to blue badge / disabled customers
- Wheelchair user accessible - We are able to accommodate visitors with disabilities and in wheelchairs. Our Railway Access Statement - Policy for Disabled People is available to view online. Please do not hesitate to seek assistance from our friendly staff, who are here to help you enjoy your visit.
Catering
- Cafe - We have our Anglia café coach at North Weald, which serves a range of hot and cold drinks and light refreshments. We also have the "Buffet Stop" at Ongar, also selling hot and cold drinks, crisps and snacks. We recommend the Picnic and Viewing Area at Ongar to relax and unwind, offering a grandstand view of the station and locomotives. At North Weald we have a number of picnic tables around the site that you are welcome to use. There are a number of local pubs and restaurants in both Ongar and North Weald, all offering hot meals.
- On-Site cafe/restaurant - We have our Anglia café coach at North Weald, which serves a range of hot and cold drinks and light refreshments. We also have the "Buffet Stop" at Ongar, also selling hot and cold drinks, crisps and snacks. We recommend the Picnic and Viewing Area at Ongar to relax and unwind, offering a grandstand view of the station and locomotives. At North Weald we have a number of picnic tables around the site that you are welcome to use. There are a number of local pubs and restaurants in both Ongar and North Weald, all offering hot meals.
- Outdoor eating area - We recommend the Picnic and Viewing Area at Ongar to relax and unwind, offering a grandstand view of the station and locomotives. At North Weald we have a number of picnic tables around the site that you are welcome to use.
- Picnic area - We recommend the Picnic and Viewing Area at Ongar to relax and unwind, offering a grandstand view of the station and locomotives. At North Weald we have a number of picnic tables around the site that you are welcome to use.
- Picnic Site - We recommend the Picnic and Viewing Area at Ongar to relax and unwind, offering a grandstand view of the station and locomotives. At North Weald we have a number of picnic tables around the site that you are welcome to use.
- Refreshments Available - We have our Anglia café coach at North Weald, which serves a range of hot and cold drinks and light refreshments. We also have the "Buffet Stop" at Ongar, also selling hot and cold drinks, crisps and snacks. There are a number of local pubs and restaurants in both Ongar and North Weald, all offering hot meals.
Children & Infants
- Baby changing
- Family Friendly, Children Welcome
Establishment Features
- Dogs admitted on a lead - Well controlled dogs, guide and assistance dogs are welcome on our railway at no extra charge. However we are unable to accept dogs, other than assistance dogs, on our dining trains. Should your companion feel thirsty, there are usually water bowls on the platforms with fresh water available. If you cannot find these, please don't hesitate to ask.
- Dogs welcome - Well controlled dogs, guide and assistance dogs are welcome on our railway at no extra charge. However we are unable to accept dogs, other than assistance dogs, on our dining trains. Should your companion feel thirsty, there are usually water bowls on the platforms with fresh water available. If you cannot find these, please don't hesitate to ask.
- Toilets
- Toilets on Site - Ladies and Gentlemen's toilets are available at Ongar and North Weald stations. Baby changing equipment is included within the Family Room / Ladies Waiting Room facilities at both stations. Disabled toilets are available in Ongar High Street (400 yards from station). Unfortunately, while we have enabled step-free access to Ongar building, the Grade II listed 1865 station does not accommodate a wheelchair accessible toilet. We have recently installed a new disabled toilet in our outlet building at North Weald.
Parking & Transport
- Coach parking
- Free parking - There is very limited parking available at the stations, with priority given to blue badge / disabled customers. Please drive and park with care, avoid blocking access and with consideration of our neighbours.
- On site parking - There is very limited parking available at the stations, with priority given to blue badge / disabled customers. Please drive and park with care, avoid blocking access and with consideration of our neighbours.
- On site parking close by - There is pay and display public parking in Ongar and at Epping Station where Heritage buses will be picking up.
- Park and Ride - Park at Epping Station car park (pay and display) and pick up the EOR Heritage bus to North Weald Station.
- Railway station within 5 miles - Heritage buses pick-up from Epping Central Line station for this event
- Railway station within walking distance
Provider Preferences
- Countryside Setting
- Forest Location
- In countryside
- In town/city centre
- Outdoor Event
Specialist Features
- Cyclists welcome
- Family Fun
- Marketed Towards Children
- Marketed Towards Families
Map & Directions
Road Directions
North Weald: North Weald Station, Station Road, North Weald, CM16 6BT
Ongar Station: Ongar Station, Station Approach, Ongar, CM5 9BN
Epping Underground Station, Station Road, Epping, CM16 4HW
Heritage buses collect from Epping Station and heritage trains run between North Weald and Ongar.
Public Transport Directions
Central Line to Epping Station where Epping Ongar Railway heritage buses will pick up and take you to North Weald and Ongar with heritage trains running on the line.
