2026 Special Events
Our volunteers have been working incredibly hard to plan and organise our 2025 events, this years calendar is as exciting as always!
We pride ourselves on our engaging, educational and fun special events, which offer good value for money and are suitable for the whole family.
Friday 3rd, 4th, 5th & 6th April: Easter Egg Hunt
Sunday 17th May: Pirate and Princess Takeover
Saturday 23rd, 24th & 25th May: Bagnall Bank Holiday in partnership with Apedale Valley Light Railway & West Lancs Light Railway
Sunday 7th June: Pauline Hazelwood’s Isabel and Friends
Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th June: Road & Rail Weekend
Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd August: Teddy Bear Day
Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th August: Teddy Bear Day
Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th August: Teddy Bear Day
Saturday 22nd, 23rd, 24th August: Teddy Bear Day
Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th October: Everything Goes Gala
Wednesday 28th & Saturday 31st October: Trick or Treat Trains
December: Santa Specials!
We are able to accommodate schools, groups, societies, companies, and clubs at our railway for behind-the-scenes access and hands-on experience. Please see our Contact Us page for more information on getting in touch.