Back to School Sale!
Say goodbye to summer and make back-to-school season an adventure with a visit to the historic Middleton Railway! Before the new term gets into full swing, bring the whole family to experience the magic, sounds, and nostalgia of the world’s oldest continuously working railway. Whether you're a long-time heritage fan or introducing your children to classic locomotives for the first time, our charm-filled journeys from Moor Road Station through to the lush green spaces of Middleton Park offer the perfect weekend escape for all ages.
To mark the end of the holidays, we are running an exclusive Back to School promotion: for one weekend only, enjoy specially reduced-price, online only, Day Rover tickets! Take advantage of unlimited train rides throughout the day, explore our engine house museum, and let the kids burn off some energy before school starts—all while saving on admission. Seats on this limited-time promotional weekend are expected to fill quickly, so don't delay. Book your discounted tickets online today and create unforgettable family memories on the tracks!
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Whether you're a transport enthusiast or looking for a memorable family outing, there is nothing quite like the smell of coal smoke and the sound of a steam whistle to brighten your weekend.
🚂 The Journey
Board our vintage carriages at Moor Road for a nostalgic trip up the line to Middleton Park. Once there, you can hop off to explore the woodland trails and playground, or stay on board for the return journey through the heart of Leeds’ industrial heritage.
🛠️ The Engine House Museum
Your ticket includes entry to our modern museum. Get up close to our collection of historic industrial locomotives, learn about the local legends who built them, and see the inner workings of a real railway workshop.
☕ Refreshments & Souvenirs
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The Station Café: Grab a hot brew, a cold drink, or a light snack before you board.
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Gift Shop: Pick up a souvenir, from railway books and models to "Bigjigs" toys for the little engineers.
Journeys leave Moor Road at 10:30, 11:10, 11:50, 12:30, 13:30, 14:10, 14:50 and 15:30. A full return trip takes approximately 25 minutes.
Your tickets are Day Rover tickets, which means you can use them on any (or all) of our scheduled journeys today.
We also have 2 Footplate Passes available today. Please ensure you have read and understood the information on our Footplate Pass page before purchase of these tickets.