The Potting Shed Cafe

01/09/2026

If you're joining us today for our first 'knit and natter' why not take advantage of our coffee and a pastry offer for just £6!
See you from 9.30am today. X

29/08/2026

The volunteers at the railway have CANCELLED todays trains due to the continuos rain! 🌧️🌧️ However, the Cafe & Garden Centre are still open and would love to see you all. 🌤️☀️☀️

☔️ CANCELLED SATURDAY 29th August 🌧️
Unfortunately due to the continual rain and predicted forecast we will not be able to run the trains today, the safety of our passengers and volunteers comes first.
🚂 we hope to be back on Bank Holiday Monday - 31st August 🚂

20/08/2026

Lots going on this weekend Russells Garden Centre 😍
🚂🚃🚃🚃 🌿

10/08/2026

🚂 What’s coming up at Bridge View Light Railway 🚂

Join us on
📆 Saturday 22nd August
📆 Saturday 29th August
📆 Monday 31st August

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🚂 Trains running from 11:00am – 3:00pm
🎟️ £1.50 per person, per ride (Under 2s ride FREE!)

Make a day of it:
🪴 Visit Russells Garden Centre for plants, gifts and everything your garden needs.
☕ Treat yourself to an award-winning coffee, breakfast, brunch, picnic or delicious cake at The Potting Shed Cafe
🎁 Hunt for hidden treasures in our Pre-Loved Cabin BVLR
🌺 Pop next door to Memorable Blooms for beautiful flowers and unique gifts.
🏰 Visit our neighbours down the road at Bagots Castle

We can’t wait to see you! 💚🚂

📍Tag your friends and let them know you’re coming!

30/07/2026

Join our friends for a lovely day out... August 9th 11am to 3pm. 🚂🚃🚃🚃❤️

☀️🚂 Teddy Bears’ Picnic at the Railway – Sunday 9th August! 🚂☀️

Looking for a fun family day out this summer? Come and join us for a ride on the miniature railway as we travel around the lawn and along the beautiful riverbank! 🌳🚂

Don’t forget to bring your favourite teddy or toy and join us for a Teddy Bears’ Picnic! 🧸🦕🧺

We’re also excited to welcome the talented local makers from Coventry Craft Circle, with a fantastic selection of handmade crafts to browse.

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🚂 Trains running from 11:00am – 3:00pm
🎟️ £1.50 per person, per ride (Under 2s ride FREE!)

Make a day of it:
🪴 Visit Russells Garden Centre for plants, gifts and everything your garden needs.
☕ Treat yourself to an award-winning coffee, breakfast, brunch, picnic or delicious cake at The Potting Shed Café.
🎁 Hunt for hidden treasures in our Pre-Loved Cabin.
🌺 Pop next door to Memorable Blooms for beautiful flowers and unique gifts.
🏰 Visit our neighbours down the road at Bagots Castle

Bring the whole family, pack your teddy, and enjoy a lovely summer day with us. We can’t wait to see you! 💚🚂

📍Tag your friends and let them know you’re coming!

13/07/2026

Some of our recent reviews.

10/07/2026

The cafe will be closed today as we are attending a family funeral. We will be back open on Saturday. Xx

08/07/2026

Come and visit our freinds at the miniature railway this Sunday. 🚂🚃🚃🚃

☀️ Sunday 12th July 🚂
Come and join us this Sunday for a ride around the lawn and along the river bank …. Keep your eyes peeled for our resident dinosaurs that keep wandering 🦕
🚂Trains running 11am - 3pm
🎟️ Tickets £1.50 per person per ride (under 2’s ride free)
🪴Head to Russells Garden Centre for all your summer garden needs and more
☕️ Grab an award winning coffee, breakfast, brunch and treats from The Potting Shed Cafe
🎁 Take a look in our pre loved cabin for some amazing bargains
🌺 Head over to our neighbours at memorable blooms a lovely florist and gift shop
🚂 we look forward to seeing you 🦕

02/07/2026

Enjoy a coffee and a pastry for just £5!
Offer applies to selected pastries and is valid until 11am Monday-Friday. (Subject to availability)
Choose from Americano, cappuccino, latte or tea. Xx