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
Day Out With Thomas at East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 1 May - Sun 3 Oct 2027
ELRPS Members Standard Tickets
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 14 - Sun 15 Nov 2026
A Quieter Day Out With Thomas at East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway
Mon 3 May - Sun 3 Oct 2027
One Return Trip of the Full Line
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 14 - Sun 15 Nov 2026
What's On at East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Murder Mystery Train
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Friday 6 November - 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...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...Red Rose Diner
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 7 - 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...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...Lancastrian Luncheon
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Sunday 8 - 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 ...All Day Rover
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 14 - 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 14 - 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 14 - 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 14 - 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...Residents Freedom Ticket
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 14 - 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 ...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...
Burns Night Diner 2027
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 23 January 2027
One of our very popular yearly dining experiences, join us as we celebrate the life of Rabbie Burns with a Scottish themed menu and pipe band!What?s Included? A Caledonian pipe band welcome and send offA heritage locomotive hauled dining s...Burns Lunch 2027
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Sunday 24 January 2027
One of our very popular yearly dining experiences, join us as we celebrate the life of Rabbie Burns with a Scottish themed menu and pipe band!What?s Included? A heritage locomotive hauled dining serviceA sparkling welcome drinkA three cour...Valentines Night Diner 2027
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 13 February 2027
A truly unique, memorable way to celebrate Valentines!One of our signature romantic dining experiences. You will enjoy fine food, delicious drinks and an excellent evening all around. What?s Included? A Rose Prosecco welcome drinkLive musi...Day Out With Thomas at East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Saturday 1 May - Sunday 3 October 2027
Peep! Peep! Join Thomas & Friends for a day of family fun at East Lancashire Railway. Take a train ride with Thomas, meet Sir Topham Hatt and join Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty for a trainload of excitement. There will be lots to en...A Quieter Day Out With Thomas at East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Monday 3 May - Sunday 3 October 2027
All aboard for a day of adventure! Activities A SEND-friendly event with fewer visitors, reduced sensory stimulation and quieter activities, giving families more space and time to enjoy the adventur...How to get to East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Most Popular Shows and Events at East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Day Out With Thomas at East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 1 May - Sun 3 Oct 2027
ELRPS Members Standard Tickets
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 14 - Sun 15 Nov 2026
A Quieter Day Out With Thomas at East Lancashire Railway
East Lancashire Railway
Mon 3 May - Sun 3 Oct 2027
One Return Trip of the Full Line
East Lancashire Railway
Sat 14 - Sun 15 Nov 2026
