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? Trains will be running from […]

Apedale will host a wide variety of preserved buses and other historic commercial vehicles. The railway will run steam trains from 1130 to 4pm, and standard fares will be charged.  Entries from the owners of preserved buses and commercial vehicles are welcomed. Entry forms may be found here (Word) and here (Pdf). One point – […]

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure! If you are looking for an excuse to get rid of things you no longer require, or want to come and sell your goods, Apedale has the perfect event for you. The Apedale Valley Light Railway has three such events through 2026 – on May 17 (when diesel […]

It’s a Bagnall Bank Holiday! Building on their partnership agreement signed in 2025, the Apedale Valley Light Railway, the West Lancashire Light Railway and Amerton Railway are delighted to announce their first jointly-organised event. All three railways have steam locomotives built by the company W.G.Bagnall of Stafford – and it will possible to travel behind […]

A new one for the diary – but following a familiar theme. This is a family-focussed event, where children will be able to take part in a simple quiz along the journey, looking out for animals which may live in the adjacent Apedale Country Park. Steam trains will run from 1130 until 4pm. Standard fees […]