WHAT'S ON AT EAST LANCASHIRE RAILWAY, BURY
What's On at East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Most Popular Shows and Events at East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Murder Mystery Evening
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 25 Oct - Fri 19 Dec 2025
Drive A Steam Train Experience
East Lancashire Railway
Fri 24 Oct - Fri 7 Nov 2025
One Return Trip of the Full Line
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 25 Oct 2025 - Thu 1 Jan 2026
Residents Permit ATOC (RST) Pass and ELRPS Members
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 25 Oct 2025 - Thu 1 Jan 2026
What's On at East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Autumn Steam Gala
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Sunday 19 October 2025
t's the last large scale steam event of the year, so make sure to mark it in your calendar! We are pleased to announce our first guest locomotive for this year's Autumn Steam Gala - Ivatt 2MT 46441! The loco hasn't appeared at the ELR in ov...Drive A Steam Train Experience
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Friday 24 October - Friday 7 November 2025
Bring your childhood dreams to life as you step onto the footplate of a full-sized, fully operational heritage steam train and take control of the magnificent engine. A steam train driving experience on the East Lancashire Railway is exactl...Red Rose Diner
Murder Mystery Evening
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 25 October - Friday 19 December 2025
Nothing works up an appetite like exercising those brain cells. So bring your best detective skills and join us for a night of mystery and murder on one of our stunning heritage steam trains. If you love Agatha Christie or Sherlock Holmes -...All Day Rover
Caravan & Motorhome Club Member All Day Rover
Fish n Chip Lunchtime Special
One Return Trip of the Full Line
Residents Permit and ELRPS Members
Residents Permit ATOC (RST) Pass and ELRPS Members
Lancastrian Luncheon
The Wizarding Adventure
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Wednesday 29 October 2025
It's a kind of magic! Are you ready to attend your first day at the Grand Old School of Wizardry. Join the madcap mages and wacky witches of the faculty on a spellbinding adventure to work on your wand waving, brush up on your broomstick sk...Midweek Lunch on East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Wednesday 29 October 2025
Lunch in style on your trip along the ELR with this fabulous two-course, midweek luncheon. Whatever the occasion, it's the perfect opportunity to experience our vintage Pullman-style carriages and sensational menu. Organising a group excurs...Halloween Ghost Train
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Thursday 30 October - Saturday 1 November 2025
Are your family ready for the fright of their lives on the Halloween Scream Train? The Halloween Ghost Train is back to haunt the East Lancashire Railway this October, and we're hoping you're brave enough to climb aboard. Do you have what i...
DMU Gala
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 8 - Sunday 9 November 2025
The humble DMU takes the spotlight for this annual event at East Lancashire Railway. These diesel railcars may be small, but they arepacked with personality. Plans include a diesel locomotive-hauled "drag" and aride out past Heywood Station...Santa Special
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 22 November - Wednesday 24 December 2025
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Treat the family to an enchanting voyage through the magical Irwell Valley, kick start your Christmas on one of our famous Santa Specials! There's more family friendly fun, colourful characters a...Festive Diner
Festive Lunch
Santa Shuttle from Heywood
Lancastrian Luncheon 2026
Murder Mystery Evening 2026
Afternoon Tea 2026
Midweek Luncheon 2026
Wine Tasting Diner 2026
Premium Night Diner 2026
Diesel Afternoon Tea 2026
Diesel Midweek Luncheon 2026
Diesel Afternoon Tea Mystery 2026
Festive Lunch 2026
Festive Diner 2026
How to get to East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Most Popular Shows and Events at East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Murder Mystery Evening
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 25 Oct - Fri 19 Dec 2025
Drive A Steam Train Experience
East Lancashire Railway
Fri 24 Oct - Fri 7 Nov 2025
One Return Trip of the Full Line
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 25 Oct 2025 - Thu 1 Jan 2026
Residents Permit ATOC (RST) Pass and ELRPS Members
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 25 Oct 2025 - Thu 1 Jan 2026
