Bere Ferrers Spring Flower Show & Craft Fair – get there by train

Hop on the train from Plymouth to Bere Ferrers on Saturday 22nd March to enjoy the spring colours of the Tamar Valley at the village’s annual spring flower show and craft fair!

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Getting there

It’s less than 20 minutes from Plymouth to Bere Ferrers on the scenic Tamar Valley Line (see below for train times). The BFS club is just 10 minutes’ walk from the station (see map).

What’s on

The Spring Flower Show and Art & Craft Fair are completely free to attend and run from 11 AM to 4:30 PM. You can expect a celebration of local artisans and creators, showcasing painting, glass blowing, lacemaking, pottery, quilting & embroidery, wooden crafts, and fused glass – alongside an amazing display of beautiful spring flowers!

Enjoy a delicious selection of homemade cakes, light lunches, and refreshments, with options available for vegans and vegetarians. Plus, feel free to bring along your four-legged friend as dogs are also welcome!

Why not make a day of it and set off on a scenic countryside walk through Bere Ferrers with great views of the River Tavy. The walk is 3-miles long and will take you around 1.5 hours. Download your free walking directions and map.

Train times & fares

Take the train from Plymouth station at 12.24, arriving into Bere Ferrers at 12.42 (or go later on the 14.24 arriving 14.42).

Walk from the station down to the Social Club and Church Hall (10 minutes walk – see map).

Trains back to Plymouth depart at 15.40, 18.00 and 19.44.

The Off-Peak Day Return fare is £6.80 for adults and £3.40 for children (5-15). Under 5s travel free.

Passengers can also join the train at Devonport, Dockyard, Keyham and St Budeaux Victoria Road stations.

Find out more or buy tickets on the Great Western Railway website or app.

Save a third off the above adult fares for you and a friend (with kids travelling for just £1) with a Devon & Cornwall Railcard – just £12 a year for local residents.