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There’s always something exciting happening on the East Lancashire Railway

Find yourself asking “are there any great children’s events near me”? Perhaps you’re looking for a treat for the children or something to do over half term. We pack our calendar with fantastic events all year round – from summer spectaculars to a magical Christmas journey. If you’re planning to visit for a special event, you’ll find all the details here.

Easter at the ELR.

Egg-citing times at the East Lancashire Railway this Easter.

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Family Events

The Wizarding Adventure

Get your wands ready for a wacky wizard adventure!

Travel to Wonderland

Take a trip down the rabbit hole for a wondrous adventure.

The Dino Adventure

Take a time travelling safari to meet a herd of baby dinosaurs!

Peter Rabbit at Easter

Hop on over to the museum for family fun with Peter Rabbit.

Day Out With Thomas

It’s all aboard the famous blue steam train for a magical ride on Thomas the Tank Engine

Vintage Vibes

Travel through time, one vibe at a time.

Villain Academy

Join a rogue’s gallery of vile villains on a journey to complete a dastardly quest.

Minions

The mischievous Minions are taking over Bury Transport Museum!

Peppa Pig

Join everyone’s favourite cheeky little piggy.

Bluey and Bingo

Wackadoo! Everyone’s favourite Heeler pups are coming to the museum.

Weekend Events

Western Region Weekend

Railway 200 ‘Celebration Weekend’

A celebration of Railway 200 – birth of the modern railway.

Steam Events

Autumn Steam Gala

The last large scale steam event of the year!

Diesel Events

Summer Diesel Gala

Diesel powered fun in the sun!

DMU (Diesel Railcar) Gala

The day (or two) of the DMU. It’s time these railcars took their turn in the spotlight.

Other Events

Heywood Car Boot Sale

Car Boot-ilicious!

Bury Agricultural Show

The popular Bury Agricultural Show returns for another year.

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