February Half Term at East Lancashire Railway

Wonderland Adventure

18 Feb

Join Alice and her curiously mad friends for a topsy-turvy day where nothing is quite as it seems. Get ready for unusual encounters, marvelous mayhem, giggles, jiggles and song. You’ll meet the White Rabbit, dive into the mind of the Mad Hatter and try to keep up with the Mad March Hare, just watch out for the Queen of Hearts.

Wizarding Adventure

19 Feb

Wands at the ready for a wacky wizarding adventure. The professors from the Grand Old School of Wizardry are coming along to reveal the secrets of real magic. Learn powerful incantations, perfect your wand-waving skills, and use your imagination to learn how to soar on a broomstick. You will also discover the proper way to greet cute magical creatures.

Residents Permit

Planning on making this your year of Steam? If you’re a resident of Bury, Rochdale or Rossendale, then take advantage of our Residents Permit Scheme. For just £5 per permit, covering a period of two years, you will unlock our Residents Freedom tickets. All day travel for just £10 per adult, a discount of £16! You will also be given access to a range of special offers and further discounts.

Family Days Out

Now that you have your brand-new Resident’s Permit, you’re probably eager to get some use out of it. The ELR is a gateway to all kinds of action-packed, fun-filled days out. Our ready-made itinerary will help get you on track, starting at Heywood and taking you through the highlights of each station all the way to Rawtenstall.

Small Engines Gala

21 – 22 Feb

Get ready for a rare treat as the smallest members of the ELR fleet take centre stage! For one weekend, the full length of the ELR will echo to the sights, sounds and steam of the industrial workhorses that powered Britain’s factories, mills, docks and collieries. Now’s your chance to see them unleashed across the ELR line.

Mid-Week Lunch

19 Feb

Indulge in a little midday treat, our afternoon Mid-Week Luncheons are a great accompaniment to a day out and about in Bury. You will tuck into a freshly prepared two-course meal featuring Butcher’s Trio of Sausage with Yorkshire pudding, then enjoy Treacle Tart for dessert. Every aspect of your experience will be catered for to the highest standards.

Lancastrian Lunch

22 Feb

Treat the whole family to a Sunday lunch amidst the glamorous surroundings of a luxury dining carriage! Upon boarding, expect a sumptuous three-course, silver-served meal. The menu starts with Vegetable Soup, followed by Slow Roasted Leg of Lamb and Apple and Rhubarb Crumble to finish.

The Trackside

If you’re planning on exploring the line, it’s best to do it on a full stomach. Thankfully the railway is host to an incredible bar and restaurant – The Trackside! Located right at the heart of things in Bury Station, it’s perfect no matter which stage of your journey you are at.

Buffer Stops

Another must-see stopping point along the ELR line, the Buffer Stops Bar is cozily nestled within Rawtenstall Station, even incorporating part of the traditional waiting room into its seating area. If you fancy a snack or a drink before heading back on the train, the Buffer Stops is for you!