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There are no trains running today. Services will resume on Wednesday 14th May 2008 using the Midweek (not August) timetable

Coming Events

24th, 25th & 26th MayWartime WeekendClick here for more information
15th JuneMorris Minor Day, HeywoodClick here for more information
28th June to 6th JulyJuly Diesel Extravaganza (9 days!) 

For more events visit our Special Events page


National Travel Passes

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PASSENGERS ELIGIBLE TO NATIONAL TRAVEL PASSES FROM 1st APRIL 2008

Please note that the East Lancashire Railway does not provide free travel to passengers in possession of the new National Travel Passes. However, concession rate travel is available to passengers with these passes.


Free Bus Travel for East Lancashire Railway Passengers

Passengers arriving by ELR train at Rawtenstall can now travel free to Rawtenstall Town Centre & Market on Rossendale Transport bus services 482 and 483.

Click here for further information


Train Riding Certificates

Now that you have enjoyed your nostalgic trip on the East Lancashire Railway, why not prolong your memory by purchasing a Train Riding Certificate. Click here for further details.


The Birch Hotel

If you have travelled some distance to visit us and need a place to stay overnight why not stop at The Birch Hotel in Heywood. A warm welcome awaits you at this unique, independently owned hotel which offers accomodation to suit most budgets. Special discounts are available to ELR visitors if you quote "East Lancs Railway" when you book.

Click here for further details about the hotel

Please note that the East Lancashire Railway has no connection with this hotel and we cannot take any responsibilities for any booking made.


Scheduled Locomotives for May
Wednesday 14 MayVisiting J94 Tank
Thursday 15 MayVisiting J94 Tank
Friday 16 MayVisiting J94 Tank

Please note that these are the locomotives planned to be in service on the railway during the first part of May.

All locomotives subject to availability and change


Bury Transport Museum
Fundraising Appeal - Roof Slate Locator

If you have bought a slate for the Fundraising Appeal you can discover its possible location on the restored museum roof by entering your slate number below.

Slate number:

Have you got a TomTom satnav system?

Click here to download ELR POI information


Bolton Street Station Shop

The Bolton Street Station Shop now has the up to date range of Bachmann products as well as Peco and Hornby. Members of the ELRPS can receive 10% discount on production of their membership card.

Winter Steam Event DVD

If you are unable to see the video on this page you may need to update your Flash Player®.
Click here for further details.

Copies of the Atlantic Video DVD of this event are available from the ELR Shop in Bury.


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