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Handforth Miniature Railway
A volunteer-run miniature railway in a local park, open Wednesdays and Sundays. Rides are just £1 a go and the welcome is genuinely warm.
All ages£££Outdoor
Handforth Miniature Railway
4.7(11)
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East Lancashire Railway
A 12-mile heritage steam railway running from Heywood to Rawtenstall, with seven stations to hop on and off, plus a packed calendar of family events throughout the year.
All ages£££Indoor & Outdoor
East Lancashire Railway
4.8(3230)
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Kirklees Light Railway
A narrow-gauge railway through the countryside with a full adventure park alongside, including a café, bouncy pillow, and regular themed events. Dogs welcome too.
All ages£££Indoor & Outdoor
Kirklees Light Railway
4.7(14)
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Brookside Miniature Railway
A delightful miniature railway hidden within a garden centre, where kids spot fairy gardens and gnomes on short scenic rides. Perfect for a quick family adventure that won't break the bank.
All ages£££Outdoor
Brookside Miniature Railway
4.7(558)
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Middleton Railway
The world's oldest continuously working railway, running since 1758, with steam and diesel rides, a free museum, and access to 630 acres of Middleton Park at the far end.
All ages£££Indoor & Outdoor
Middleton Railway
4.8(92)
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Keighley & Worth Valley Railway
Ride steam and heritage diesel trains through Brontë Country on this five-mile preserved line. Book in advance and save 10% on a Day Rover.
All ages£££Indoor & Outdoor
Keighley & Worth Valley Railway
4.7(3188)
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Halton Miniature Railway
A nostalgic miniature railway through Town Park where volunteers run scenic train rides on a donation basis. Great for families and a multi-generational favourite.
All agesFreeOutdoor
Halton Miniature Railway
4.6(155)
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Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway
Heritage steam railway offering scenic journeys and special family-themed trips through the Yorkshire Dales.
2 to 16 Years£££Outdoor
Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway
4.6(2033)
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Whistlestop Valley
Heritage steam railway with children's play area, crazy golf and cafe in beautiful Pennine countryside.
All ages£££Indoor & Outdoor
Whistlestop Valley
4.6(1965)
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West Riding Small Locomotive Society (WRSLS)
A volunteer-run miniature railway open every Sunday afternoon (April to September) with train rides, a café, and free entry. Friendly, relaxed and genuinely good value for a few hours out.
All agesFreeIndoor & Outdoor
West Riding Small Locomotive Society (WRSLS)
4.7(67)
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Derwent Valley Light Railway
Heritage railway with restored locomotives and scenic rides, set within Murton Park near York.
3 to 16 Years£££Indoor & Outdoor
Derwent Valley Light Railway
4.6(41)
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Thornes Park Miniature Railway
A delightful miniature railway offering scenic rides through Thornes Park on Sundays. Perfect for little train lovers and a brilliant affordable family outing.
All ages£££
Thornes Park Miniature Railway
4.6(129)
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