Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

The Ravenglass & Eskdale Steam Railway is one of the oldest and longest narrow gauge railways in the world. Our steam engines transport passengers from Ravenglass, the only coastal village in the National Park, across the estuary, through the hills, past seven request stops with a 1:55 gradient at times, en route to our final destination, Boot at Dalegarth, some 210ft above sea level. The journey itself was one of Wainwright’s favorites, crossing seven miles of spectacular scenery to the foot of England’s highest mountains, the Scafell Range. On arrival there is something for everyone, with plenty of trails and walks to explore in this beautiful corner of the Lake District National Park with ‘Britain’s Favourite View’, Wastwater, just around the corner. Whether you are young or old, and the weather is hot or cold our cosy cafés and range of open and closed carriages guarantee a great day out!

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Information on Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway , Ravenglass

Opening Times:	Please check website
Admission:	Different fare options from Day tickets/ Ratty Rover/Walkers Rates visit website. Under 5s free
Child Friendly:	Children of all ages welcome
Dog Friendly:	Dogs Permitted (Not allowed in Cafés)
Location:	Local Directions: Ravenglass Sat Nav CA18 1SW Dalegarth – Sat Nav CA19 1TF South - From M6 J.36 follow the A590 to Broughton, turn right onto the A5092. Then follow the A595.North - From M6 J.40 follow the A66. Turn left at the A5086. Follow to Egremont where it joins the A595. By Bus – Visit Traveline for timetable . By Train - Great savings when you visit us with Northern Rail
Facilities:	Cafés -We have two fully licensed cafés, The Turntable at Ravenglass and Fellbites at Dalegarth, both serve delicious home cooked hot and cold food options all day, Car Park, Coaches welcome, Disabled Access, Gift Shop, Toilets, Where to Stay - Standing by Platform 3 at Ravenglass, we have our own unique self catering holiday accommodation. Elmira and the Maid of Kent were originally designed as First Class Pullman cars in 1921, today they are available for holiday hire accommodating up to six people. Walking Routes, Function Rooms at both Cafés

Events & Special Offers

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Great savings when you visit with Northern rail... (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Wed 19 Dec 2012 – Tue 31 Dec 2013

Great savings when you visit with Northern rail save up to £4.00 per adult and £2.00 per child when you purchase combined travel tickets. Leave the car behind and sit back, relax and let the train take the strain!

You'll save money on parking too!

Visit www.northernrail.org for more information.

Ratty Rover Tickets - 5 days unlimited travel for the price of 3! (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Wed 19 Dec 2012 – Tue 31 Dec 2013

Ratty Rover Tickets - 5 days unlimited travel for the price of 3. Great savings and 10% off in our cafes.

Adult = £37.80
Child = £18.90
Family (2 Adults and 2 Children) = £100.00

Book Online and SAVE 5% (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Wed 19 Dec 2012 – Tue 31 Dec 2013

5% off full line return fares when you book online visit our website and book online to save www.ravenglass-railway.co.uk.

One Happy Family! (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Wed 19 Dec 2012 – Tue 31 Dec 2013

Purchase a full fare line return and get a 50% off voucher to travel with our sister attraction Ullswater 'Steamers' on another day. Two great value days out!

Group Savings! (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Wed 19 Dec 2012 – Tue 31 Dec 2013

Great reduction for group bookings on fares and cafe bookings - contact us for group information - applicable on groups of 10 or more.

Fish & Chip Suppers (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Fri 08 Feb 2013 – Fri 08 Nov 2013

Board one of our locos at Ravenglass and journey through the beautiful Eskdale vale to Dalegarth for a fish and chip supper on the following dates:
8th Feb, 8th Mar, 5th Apr, 3rd May, 7th Jun, 13th Sep, 11th Oct & 8th Nov.

Tickets are £10.00 and include supper and return train journey.

Departs Ravenglass at 6:00pm and returns from Dalegarth at 8:00pm.

Visit the our website for more information.

Meet the Owls (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 30 Mar 2013 – Sat 24 Aug 2013

On selected dates throughout 2013 visitors will be given the opportunity to meet a member of the conservation team from the World Owl Trust and get up, close and personal with a feathered friend!

30th March, 1st June, 27th July and 24th August 2013.

This is a free event part of scheduled service. Standard fares apply.

This event is weather dependent.

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Steam & Ramble with the Cumbria Wildlife Trust (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 18 May 2013 – Sat 01 Jun 2013

Enjoy a train ride and 5 mile walk through scenic Eskdale with an experienced local guide from the Cumbria Wildlife Trust.

Complete your day out with a cream tea at either of our station cafés for a little extra.

18th May 2013
1st June 2013

Ticket Options:
Adult = £10.00
Child = £5.00
Adult with cream tea = £14.00
Child with cream tea = £7.00

Visit our website for more info & to book online.

Father's Day Beer, Bangers & Steam Gift Voucher (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sun 16 Jun 2013 – Sun 16 Jun 2013

Treat Dad to a 'Beer, Bangers & Steam' Gift Voucher.

Board one of our locos for a return steam journey through picturesque Eskdale, followed by a hearty cumberland sausage lunch and a bottle of our very own Ratty Ale.

Adult Gift Voucher is £20.00 and is valid from 1st June to 31st August 2013.

Visit the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway website for more information and to book online.

Steam to the Hills with a Lake District National Park Ranger (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Thu 01 Aug 2013 – Thu 29 Aug 2013

A scheduled journey from Ravenglass to Eskdale Green Station and a guided walk back with a LDNP up over Muncaster Fell.

Complete your day out with a cream tea for a little extra.

1st August 2013
29th August 2013

Tickets
Adult = £10.00
Child = £5.00
Adult with cream tea = £14.00
Child with cream tea = £7.00

Visit the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway website for more information and to book online.

August Bank Holiday (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sun 25 Aug 2013 – Mon 26 Aug 2013

Our Bank Holiday bonanza is back!

Join us August Bank Holiday for a fun filled weekend for all the family!

Watch this space for more information.

This is a free event part of scheduled service. Standard fares apply.

Visit the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway website for more information.

Meet Postman Pat and Jess the Cat (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 05 Oct 2013 – Sun 06 Oct 2013

Come and join us for a weekend of fun with Postman Pat® and Jess the Cat.

The duo will be making their return back to the Railway on 5th and 6th October 2013. You will have the chance to ride our very own 'Greendale Express' as it journeys into the heart of the Eskdale Valley to meet both characters.

Further details on this event will be announced shortly.

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Conservation Day (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sun 27 Oct 2013 – Sun 27 Oct 2013

Come and learn more about the wonderful creatures that we share our countryside with and meet some of the Railway's conservation partners to hear about the work that they do.

The World Owl Trust from nearby Muncaster Castle will also be there with a feather friend in tow!

Free event part of scheduled service. Standard fares apply.

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Ghost Train (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Thu 31 Oct 2013 – Thu 31 Oct 2013

Feeling brave? Come and board our spectacularly spooky ghost train!

Travel down the line in darkness and keep those eyes peeled for some of our fiendish friends who may try to say 'Hallo'!

Tickets £15.00 for adults and £7.50 for children. Includes all day travel and a seat on the Ghost Train home.

Visit our website for more info and to book online. Tickets MUST be pre-booked for this event.

Spirit of Christmas Gift Fair (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 09 Nov 2013 – Sun 10 Nov 2013

Want to avoid the hustle and bustle of the High Street? Want to spoil a loved one with a unique gift?

Visit our 'Spirit of Christmas' Gift Fair on the 9th and 10th November to tick off your Christmas shopping list. With unusual handmade gifts, homebaked goodies and much, much more!

This is a free event part of scheduled service. Standard fares apply.

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Santa Express (send email about this offer)  (telephone about this offer)

Sat 30 Nov 2013 – Mon 23 Dec 2013

Our 'Santa Express' event returns for another year!

Come and enjoy a magical journey on-board the 'Santa Express' to meet Father Christmas and explore his Dalegarth grotto on the following dates: 30th Nov & 1st Dec, 7th & 8th Dec, 14th & 15th Dec, 20th Dec, 21st Dec, 22nd Dec and 23rd Dec 2013

Times, prices and availability will be added to the website shortly.

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