War Office Hunslet running weekend
All our trains will be operated by the War Office Locomotive Trust's Hunslet loco, built in 1916. More information here on the loco. An opportunity to see a genuine war veteran at work! Trains will run from 1130 until 4pm, with standard fares charged.
Penrhyn Steam-Up Day
Sixty years ago, on January 15 1965, the last steam train operated within the vast Penrhyn slate quarries in North Wales. That last train was operated by Avonside loco "Ogwen" - and the driver wrote his name and the date inside the cab to mark this end of an era. Since then, "Ogwen" has been […]
New Member’s Day
Fancy joining the team? Would you like to know about volunteering at Apedale? Wonder no more; April 12 is the date for your diary. On this day, we will be running New Member's Day. This will be the day when you can along to Apedale and find out about becoming a member of the Moseley […]
Easter Egg Hunt
Apedale Valley Light Railway Loomer Road, Chesterton, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, United KingdomFor our first event of the main 2025 season, we welcome the Easter Bunny and the Easter Egg Hunt. Easter Saturday, Sunday & Monday. Steam trains 11:30-4pm. Standard fares apply and no need to book - just turn up and ride. Can you spot the Easter Eggs down the railway? Prizes for kids who get […]
Drive-it Day
Drive-It Day is a national event when owners of classic road vehicles are encourage to get them out where they belong - on the road. At Apedale, we're delighted to offer a destination for these classic vehicles - we've got tea, toilets and steam trains - what could be better? We'll be running the trains […]