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
ELRPS Members Standard Tickets
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 15 Nov 2026
One Return Trip of the Full Line
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 15 Nov 2026
What's On at East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Murder Mystery Train
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Friday 23 October - Friday 18 December 2026
 Nothing works up an appetite like exercising those brain cells. So bring your best detective skills and join the award-winning After Dark Murder Mysteries for a night of mystery and murder on one of East Lancashire Railway's stunning he...Drive A Steam Train Experience
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Friday 23 October 2026
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 exact...All Day Rover
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 24 October - Sunday 15 November 2026
Fancy one of the best days out in the North West?Try our Day Rover Tickets, an amazing steam train day out including 12 miles of stunning scenery and 7 unique stops packed with things to do. Including not just the steam train ride, but als...Caravan & Motorhome Club Member All Day Rover
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 24 October - Sunday 15 November 2026
Special Offer buy one get one free!* Fancy one of the best days out in the North West?Caravan and Motorhome Club Members can take advantage of our special All Day Rover ticket offer, an amazing steam train day out including 12 miles of st...ELRPS Members Standard Tickets
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 24 October - Sunday 15 November 2026
ELRPS Members please purchase your standard (non-event) travel here. Customers purchasing these tickets need to hold a valid ELRPS Membership for 2026 and your card must be shown on the day of travel. Please select whether you require an...One Return Trip of the Full Line
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 24 October - Sunday 15 November 2026
Fancy one of the best days out in the North West?Try our Day Rover Tickets, an amazing steam train day out including 12 miles of stunning scenery and 7 unique stops packed with things to do. Including not just the steam train ride, but als...Red Rose Diner
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 24 October - Friday 20 November 2026
Step on board our luxury Pullman carriages and sample fine cuisine in opulent surroundings whilst being hauled through the Irwell valley behind an historic locomotive. What?s Included?A traditional locomotive hauled ride through the Irwell...Residents Freedom Ticket
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 24 October - Sunday 15 November 2026
Our new Residents Freedom Ticket gives Resident Permit holders all day travel on any train on our standard (non-event) days. Customers purchasing these tickets need to hold a valid Resident Permit and your card must be shown on the day of ...Lancastrian Luncheon
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Sunday 25 October - Sunday 22 November 2026
What better way to enjoy your Sunday than with a classic British Sunday Roast than being hauled by a traditional locomotive along our heritage railway. Let us take care of the cooking and cleaning while you enjoy freshly prepared fayre on ...Midweek Lunch on East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Wednesday 28 October 2026
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 excur...Family Explorer Rover
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Wednesday 28 October - Sunday 1 November 2026
Enjoy a family day out on one of our special discount days! On these dates, your family group can enjoy even BIGGER savings with our Family Explorer Rover tickets. A perfect start to your voyage of discovery through the Irwell Valley! Take...Halloween Ghost Train
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Thursday 29 - Saturday 31 October 2026
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 ...The Wizarding Adventure
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Thursday 29 - Friday 30 October 2026
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 s...Afternoon Tea
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Thursday 29 October 2026
Sit back and relax in our luxury Pullman style carriages while you enjoy freshly made finger sandwiches, a savoury and cakes. Finished off with a homemade scone with strawberry preserve and fresh clotted cream, complimented with unlimited ...Halloween Shuttle From Heywood
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Thursday 29 - Saturday 31 October 2026
Travelling on our Halloween Ghost Train? Park for free at Heywood Station!Halloween Shuttles are timetabled to depart Heywood and arrive at Bury with plenty of time to spare to make your Halloween Ghost Train departure (journey time approx...
Drive A Diesel Train Experience
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Friday 6 November 2026
Take control of one of our historic diesel locomotives and realise your childhood dream of working as a train driver. We?ll help you become a fully-fledged railway man or woman for the day on the ELR.A diesel train driving experience on th...DMU Gala
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 7 - Sunday 8 November 2026
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 Statio...Wine Tasting Diner
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 7 November 2026
Enjoy a culinary adventure expertly paired to fine wines from around the world! Sample some international masterpieces and let you inner sommelier broaden the palate and liven your taste buds!What?s Included?A traditional locomotive haule...Festive Lunch
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Wednesday 25 November - Friday 18 December 2026
What better way to enjoy a traditional roast turkey lunch with all the trimmings, than being hauled by a heritage locomotive through the Irwell Valley?Let us take care of the cooking and cleaning while you enjoy freshly prepared fare on bo...Santa Special
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 28 November - Thursday 24 December 2026
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 ...Festive Diner
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 28 November - Wednesday 23 December 2026
What better way to enjoy a festive dinner than being hauled by a vintage locomotive through the Irwell Valley? Let us take care of the cooking and cleaning while you enjoy freshly prepared fayre on board our luxurious Pullman style carria...Santa Shuttle from Heywood
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 28 November - Thursday 24 December 2026
Travelling on our Santa Specials? Park for free at Heywood Station!Santa Shuttles are timetabled to depart Heywood and arrive at Bury with plenty of time to spare to make your Santa Special departure (journey time approximately 15 minutes...SEND Family Santa Special
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 28 November - Tuesday 22 December 2026
Santa Clause is coming to town!The East Lancashire Railway is putting on a Santa Special train exclusively designed for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Join Father Christmas, his happy hel...How to get to East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Most Popular Shows and Events at East Lancashire Railway, Bury
ELRPS Members Standard Tickets
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 15 Nov 2026
One Return Trip of the Full Line
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 24 Oct - Sun 15 Nov 2026
