What's on at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway?

Looking for things to do in the Western Lake District? Here at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway we've got a wide selection of special events, offers and promotions for those that just can't get enough of the railway! Take a look at what's coming up below.

2024 Gala Celebrations at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway

Gala Weekend

Saturday 4th May - Monday 6th May

Our exciting gala weekend will feature 'St Egwin' from The Valley Railway Adventure and the BRAND-NEW locomotive 'Mr Hallworth' from Perrygrove Railway, offering the chance to experience new locomotives. 

With a selection of other activities to keep you busy, the gala weekend promises to be one of the highlights of the year!

Hilton Cottage Master Bedroom at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway

Book a Railway Staycation

Looking for unique railway carriage holidays or railway station cottage holidays? We’d love it if you extended your visit to us with an overnight stay at Ravenglass station.

These self-catering properties are ideally situated overlooking the line, bringing a new meaning to the term 'railway sleeper'.

Inside the Ravenglass Railway museum

Museum Exhibitions

The current exhibition running in the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway Museum is River Esk's centenary exhibition, celebrating the fascinating story of one of our oldest locos.

Families can pick up a trail sheet in the museum to follow and discover some of the engine’s drivers from the very beginning until now.

2024 Events

Take a look at our events page to view some of the exciting new and returning events coming to the railway in 2024! Tickets for these events will be available to book soon.