If you go down to the woods today, you’ll be sure of an amazing surprise! 21 August 2026 Join Goldilocks and her furry friends on a cute and cuddly trip to the fairytale forest! Book Now Bring the Magic of Fairytales and Nursery Rhymes to life! Goldilocks and her friends will tell tall tales about […]
The East Lancashire Railway is thrilled to welcome back everyone’s favourite cheeky little piggy. Come and meet Peppa Pig in the fantastic Bury Transport Museum at intervals on Saturday 22nd August 2026. Just pre-book your general admission ticket and pick a meet & greet slot that suits you. With no additional cost to general admission, […]
Bluey & Bingo 2026 Wackadoo! The excitable sisters from Down Under are coming to visit us here at the Bury Transport Museum! See Bluey and Bingo at Bury Transport Museum at intervals on Saturday 12th September 2026. Don’t forget to bring your cameras! There will also be a fun fair with three rides suitable for […]
This Autumn, we’re hosting an all-diesel ‘Traction and Track extravaganza’! Join us for another celebration of all things diesel powered! Iconic locomotives, shunters and railcars from our highly regarded home fleet will also be running. The event will see diesel services running an intensive passenger timetable throughout. All trains and workings are subject to availability. […]
2 – 4 May, 18 – 19 July, 3 – 4 October 2026 All aboard for a rocking good time! Day Out With Thomas™: Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour is hitting the tracks and bringing the beat to the East Lancashire Railway. Hop onboard a train ride with Thomas, a REAL steam engine, watch the exciting live […]
It’s the last large scale steam event of the year, so make sure to mark it in your calendar, 16 – 18 October! Climb aboard for a weekend of steam powered glory with the East Lancashire Railway’s popular Autumn Steam Gala from 16 – 18 October. This is your chance to ride up and down the […]
Grab your wizard robes and get ready for an epic adventure at the Wizard Academy! 9 April, 28 May, 6 August, 29, 30 October 2026 Join the delightfully wacky professors as they reveal the secrets of real magic. Here’s what awaits you during this spellbinding experience. BOOK NOW Master the Art of Magic Learn powerful […]
Good things come in small packages! We are pleased to present a two day Autumnal event with our Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) Event – Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th November 2026! Our scenic railcars and units will be racking up the miles along the ELR over the two days with an intensive timetable. Dates 7 […]
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