The Railway Children

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Children's Shows (theatre)

  • Accessibility:
    Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
    May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years

Description

Three siblings have their comfortable middle-class existence turned upside down when their father leaves suddenly under mysterious circumstances and they must move to the country. Here they make new friends and new mistakes, but ultimately influence the lives of those around them for the better. A heartwarming new adaptation of E Nesbit’s classic tale of family, adventure and trains that will delight audiences of all ages. ‘A universally excellent troupe of players’ (FringeReview.co.uk).

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General venue access

  • Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
  • Accessible entry: Entrance to main house and accessible toilet is via near-level entrance to halls to halls at 30 Lauriston Street (no steps, slight downward slope once in building). There is level access to the auditorium. Adapted WC located off foyer adjacent to performance space.

    • Wheelchair access type: Level Access

  • Stairs: Information not supplied

Each venue can contain several space with different accessibly information. Visit the venue page for full venue accessibility info

How and when to make an access booking

Our access tickets service is available to anyone who:

  • Would like to book specific accessibility services, e.g. a hearing loop, audio description headsets, captioning units, seating in relation to the location of the BSL interpreter
  • Requires extra assistance when at a venue
  • Has specific seating requirements
  • Is a wheelchair user
  • Requires a complimentary personal assistant ticket to attend a performance

vanessa fessey 29 days ago

So close to the story, so much of the story packed into 1 hour. Included bits I had forgotten about and, at the end, there were tears in m y eyes. Thank you for a great hour.

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Jill Carpenter 32 days ago

Great acting and storytelling. I loved it but I think a lot of it went over my 3 year old Grand daughters head - I think probably better for older children.

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Abigail Hirst 41 days ago

Poignant, nuanced and captivating adaptation of a classic story. I had tears in my eyes more than once; definitely recommend for both adults and children alike.

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edinburghfestivalsforkids (3.5/5 stars) 32 days ago

a worthy and entertaining way to spend an hour.

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Edinburgh Festivals Magazine (4/5 stars) 34 days ago

A heart-warming take on a classic piece of children’s literature

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Broadway Baby (4/5 stars) 34 days ago

This charming production was truly a delight. A wonderful family-friendly show which delivers a sweet and gentle retelling of the classic tale.

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