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There’s always something exciting happening on the East Lancashire Railway

Find yourself asking “are there any great children’s events near me”? Perhaps you’re looking for a treat for the children or something to do over half term. We pack our calendar with fantastic events all year round – from summer spectaculars to a magical Christmas journey. If you’re planning to visit for a special event, you’ll find all the details here.

February Half Term

Put your best foot forward into Feb this 2026.

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Family Events

10th Anniversary of our Model Railway

A model exhibition celebrates its 10^th year at Bury Transport Museum.

Wonderland Adventure

Take a trip down the rabbit hole for a wondrous adventure.

The Wizarding Adventure

Get your wands ready for a wacky wizard adventure!

The Dino Adventure

Take a time travelling safari to meet a herd of baby dinosaurs!

Peter Rabbit

Hop on over to the museum for family fun with Peter Rabbit.

Villain Academy

Join a rogue’s gallery of vile villains on a journey to complete a dastardly quest.

Day Out With Thomas

All aboard for a rocking good time!

Vintage Vibes

Travel through time, one vibe at a time.

The Goldiliocks and Friends Teddy Bear Adventure

If you go down to the woods today, you’ll be sure of an amazing surprise!

Peppa Pig

Join everyone’s favourite cheeky little piggy.

Bluey and Bingo

Wackadoo! Everyone’s favourite Heeler pups are coming to the museum.

Weekend Events

Small Engines Gala

Steam Events

Legends of Steam III

The first large scale steam event of the year!

Flying Scotsman at the ELR

Scotsman returns to the ELR!

Autumn Steam Gala

The last large scale steam event of the year!

Diesel Events

Winter Warmer Diesel Running Day

Join us for the ELR’s first diesel event of 2026…

Summer Diesel Gala

Diesel powered fun in the sun!

Autumn Diesel Gala

The crunch of fallen leaves and the roar of Diesel Engines,

DMU (Diesel Railcar) Gala

The day (or two) of the DMU. It’s time these railcars took their turn in the spotlight.

Other Events

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