An appeal by the West Somerset Railway Association · Registered charity 1041901

Visit her

Stand beside 7821 in the works where she was built.

Ditcheat Manor is on display in the food court of Frasers Plus Designer Outlet Swindon, in the historic buildings of the Great Western Railway works. Entry is free whenever the centre is open.

Ditcheat Manor 7821 on static display at Swindon

Plan your visit

  • Address: Frasers Plus Designer Outlet, Kemble Drive, Swindon SN2 2DY
  • Where inside: in the food court, alongside cafés and restaurants
  • Opening hours: Monday–Saturday 10am–8pm; Sunday 10am–6pm (some larger stores 11am–5pm)
  • Price: free

Opening hours can change on bank holidays, so check with the outlet before you travel.

Getting there

By train

Swindon station is on the Great Western main line. The outlet is about a 15-minute walk (0.7 miles) from the station.

By car

Use postcode SN2 2DY. Paid parking is available on site.

Accessibility

The outlet is under cover. Contact the centre for details of accessible parking and facilities.

Make a day of it

STEAM, the Museum of the Great Western Railway, is right next door. 7821 was on display there from 2010 to 2018.

Visit the STEAM museum website →

Groups and schools

Would your group like to hear about 7821 and the restoration? Contact the West Somerset Railway Association to ask about a talk.

Ask about a group visit →

Seen her? Help her move again.

Every visitor who gives brings her a step closer to steam.