The Midland Railway - Butterley is a heritage railway running Steam and Diesel hauled trains that take visitors to our museum complex at Swanwick …
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Dec 31, 2024
A fantastic heritage Railway cared for and doted on by a team of absolutely incredible volunteers. I feel so lucky having this just down the road from my house and have always enjoyed my visits here… Full review by Escape08168903211
Dec 24, 2024
Just back from another fantastic trip on the Santa train This is literally our favourite day of the year, loved by all the family and especially our 3 year old Grandson ❤️ The whole team go above a… Full review by Lorraine T
Dec 15, 2024
We had a wonderful afternoon on the Santa Special with our train- mad 2 year old. Would definitely recommend, we thought it was excellent value for money, the staff were so lovely and helpful and the… Full review by Footiemagpie
You can ride all day with your ticket. There and back, and again - that way you can ride different engines if you so desire. You can stay on but you’d miss the museum, church, signal …
You can ride all day with your ticket. There and back, and again - that way you can ride different engines if you so desire. You can stay on but you’d miss the museum, church, signal tower, station tea room, park, miniature engines and the Princess shed and the rolling stock. It’s a go for the day place. But if you did just want to stay on and do the round trip without getting off probably an hour.
I did see an engine in the siding with a Gordon face but it was on the tracks. I presume they will do Thomas weekends would be worth a phone call first hope to that helps
please give details of the trains route and distances.
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Trains depart from the Butterley Station which is on the B6179 just outside Ripley. The site has free parking. The train travels through a long scenic cutting before arriving at the …
Trains depart from the Butterley Station which is on the B6179 just outside Ripley. The site has free parking. The train travels through a long scenic cutting before arriving at the Swanwick Junction site. At this site there are two museums, a children's play area, a light railway, signal boxes and a buffet serving snacks and hot food. The site hosts many volunteer groups who renovate historic vintage, diesel and steam engines, so expect to see anything from pristine engines to those needing time and a little patience to restore. For the energetic there is a country park of about 40 acres through which you can walk and explore. The track is 3.5 miles and passes a reservoir, gladed cuttings on route to this island of industrial heritage.
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How much is it to visit Butterley?
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At the Midland Railway – Butterley you just pay for your train fare and, except for certain special events, your ticket is valid for as many trips as...
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