Thomas & Friends will be here on May 28, 29 & June 4,5 with departure times every 45 minutes from 9:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Passengers select a departure time when purchasing a ticket (ride is approx. 25 minutes), but can enjoy fun-filled family activities all day long!
Thomas & Friends will be here on May 28, 29 & June 4,5 with departure times every 45 minutes from 9:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m. Passengers select a departure time when purchasing a ticket (ride is approx. 25 minutes), but can enjoy fun-filled family activities all day long!
Join us for a three part series of platform gatherings where our special guest, author and educator Sydney Sherman, will help you develop a new level of understanding and connection with the energies and auras around us, and possibly with loved ones who have entered the afterlife.
Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 8 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Spring Time in stunning New England.
Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 9 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Spring Time in stunning New England.
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.
All aboard the elegant Essex Clipper for a 4-course meal served in beautifully restored 1920’s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive.
Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 9 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Spring Time in stunning New England.
Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 8 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Spring Time in stunning New England.
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.
All aboard the elegant Essex Clipper for a 4-course meal served in beautifully restored 1920’s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive.
Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 8 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Spring Time in stunning New England.
Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 9 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Spring Time in stunning New England.
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.
All aboard the elegant Essex Clipper for a 4-course meal served in beautifully restored 1920’s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive.
Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 8 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Spring Time in stunning New England.
Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 9 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Spring Time in stunning New England.
Kick off your Father’s Day celebrations this year with a morning cruise on the Becky Thatcher Riverboat! It’s our first Donuts with Dad breakfast celebration and we will be featuring a giant selection of delicious treats from the Flanders Donut Shop in East Lyme!Â
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.
Come aboard the Becky Thatcher for a fun afternoon with dad, grandad, dog dad, dad to be, stepdads or dads at heart! Let’s celebrate all of these great men in our lives!Â
We will be featuring a selection of beer from Surfridge Brewing Co. and dad gets his first beer on us. Additional beverages can be purchased on board the boat
All aboard the elegant Essex Clipper for a 4-course meal served in beautifully restored 1920’s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive.
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.
Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 8 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Spring Time in stunning New England.
Come to the quintessential whodunnit thriller at the estate of Sir Warren Peace and get thrown into a night of mystery, intrigue and murder you will never forget. Event includes Cocktail Gathering in River Valley Junction, and 2.5 hour Murder Mystery Dinner Train with four course meal. Reservations sold by the table.
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.
Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 8 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Spring Time in stunning New England.
Join us aboard the Becky Thatcher for our first, Muffins & Mimosas morning cruise! On June 26, we set sail from our dock in Deep River for a 1.5 hour cruise on the Connecticut River.Â
All aboard the elegant Essex Clipper for a 4-course meal served in beautifully restored 1920’s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive.
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.
Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 8 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Summer Time in stunning New England.
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.
All aboard the elegant Essex Clipper for a 4-course meal served in beautifully restored 1920’s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive.
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat’s 2 1/2-hour journey begins at the historic 1892 Essex Station for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley. The steam locomotive pulls vintage coaches through the quintessential New England towns of Deep River and Chester.
Pedal a Rail-Bike for a 8 mile round trip adventure over moderate terrain while enjoying Summer Time in stunning New England.
All aboard the elegant Essex Clipper for a 4-course meal served in beautifully restored 1920’s Pullman diners pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive.