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£12 Train Ride And Pie - Limited Time Special Offer
24/06/2024We would like to introduce you to our Evening Specials which this year also include takeaway pie options (this is not our dining train experience) Train departs from Froghall station on...
Read more →Carriage And Wagon Update – Week Commencing 8th April 15, 2024
17/04/2024Our dedicated team of volunteers kicked off the week by shunting the site to prepare for the upcoming train operations on Wednesday. Check out the first picture to see our Mad Hatter's coaches saf...
Read more →Consall Stations Unique Platform Completion
15/04/2024After seeing no trains for 5 years, our second platform at Consall saw its first test train this weekend as our preparations ramp up ready for our Grand May Steam Gala. The second platform has unde...
Read more →Locomotive In Profile – 4079 “Pendennis Castle”
12/04/2024Pendennis Castle was built by the Great Western Railway at Swindon in 1924 which makes its visit to the Churnet Valley Railway part of its 100th birthday celebrations! Beat the now world famo...
Read more →What Is A Steam Gala, An Explanation For Non-rail Enthusiasts Looking To Find Out More...
07/04/2024A steam gala is an event typically organized by heritage railways, museums, or steam locomotive enthusiasts to celebrate and showcase steam-powered locomotives and rolling stock. These events often fe...
Read more →Cambrian Coast Express - Departing NOW
15/03/2024Following the success of the recent photo charter featuring 75014 disguised as 75035 then 75033, enthusiasts now have the chance to experience the historic "Cambrian Coast Express" firsthand...
Read more →Revival Of 75033 For 1 Weekend Only
03/03/2024As BR slim-lined its operational fleet, the 75000-class of locomotive proved to be useful and they found a home on the Cambrian network operating the final steam services from Shrewsbury to both Abery...
Read more →"Roger H Bennet," A Locomotive With A Rich History And A Profound Legacy.
23/02/2024Originally acquired by the CVR from Ribble Rail, "No 6" found its new home in January 2008. However, it wasn't just any locomotive—it was purchased using funds left behind by the R...
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