Close up of a name badge on a green train. City of Birmingham is written in gold lettering on a black background.

All Aboard for Father’s Day

Thinktank Included in Admission

About All Aboard for Father’s Day

Full steam ahead! 

Celebrate Dad with a day packed full of train-themed fun at Thinktank! 

Get hands-on with our interactive model railway, sit back and enjoy train-themed films, and challenge the family to a game of blow football! 

Jump onto our Transport Tour to explore our impressive collection of vehicles, including the iconic City of Birmingham steam locomotive. 

And when you're ready to refuel, head to our train-themed café and treat yourself to a sizzling bacon sandwich. It’s the perfect day out for any train enthusiast – young or old!

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  • Side view of front wheels and engine of a steam locomotive train
  • Two adults waving from a steam train that is on display.
  • A family looking up at a steam train on display.
  • An adult and child taking a selfie in front of the steam train.
  • A family looking up at steam train.
  • Two adults taking a selfie in front of the steam train.
  • Toy elf sitting on the front of the City of Birmingham steam train which is on display at Thinktank.

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