East Lancashire Railway, Bury

Bury, Lancashire

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Bookings can be made 1 – 28 days in advance

Therefore we are currently taking enquires for 29th December 2024 – 25th January 2025

To make your booking, call our Central Reservations Team on 01565 831816* quoting your Unique Booking Code and details of where you would like to stay.

Enjoy a scenic train ride through picturesque Pennine Lancashire scenery at the award-winning East Lancashire Railway.

The East Lancashire Railway is a heritage line based in Bury, Greater Manchester. The 12 mile track runs regular services hauled by vintage steam and diesel locomotives from Heywood in the east to Rawtenstall in the north, passing through Bury, Burrs Country Park, Summerseat, Ramsbottom and Irwell Vale along the way.

Stations are well equipped with cafés, pubs and gift shops, as well as the popular Bury Transport Museum with its vintage vehicles, and there are plenty of things to see and do along the line. Every stop is a start to adventure!

Please refer to your accompanying correspondence for details of how many admissions your booking code is valid for.
*Should your requirements differ from this standard offering, please notify our Take Time reservations department at the time of booking.

Your "Freedom of the Line" Ticket at Visit Lancashire's "Large Visitor Attraction of the Year" for 2018 will provide an unlimited travel ticket on the heritage railway's beautifully preserved steam and diesel trains.

Terms and condition apply:

  • The gift cannot be exchanged for cash and is not valid on special event days.
  • Sale of the voucher for profit is prohibited.
  • Please note Railway opening times may effect your chosen date.
  • Bookings must be made directly with MLP, who will send you confirmation of the booking.
  • Please bring this printed confirmation with you on the day of travel to Bury Bolton Street Station Booking Office, Bolton Street, Bury BL9 0EY to collect your tickets.
  • All journeys must start from Bury Bolton Street Station.
  • The "Freedom of the Line" Family Ticket excludes Pink Special Events Timetable. E&OA.

Full Terms and conditions can be found here.

Address

Bolton Street Station, Bury, Lancashire, BL9 0EY

* Calls from BT landlines are charged at national rate. The price of calls from other telephone companies will vary. Contact your service provider for details. Lines are open Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm, excluding bank holidays.

Days available to book

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday