Apedale Valley Light Railway
Apedale Community Country Park, Loomer Road in Chesterton
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About Apedale Valley Light Railway
Journey through scenic countryside aboard heritage steam and diesel trains at this charming railway in Newcastle-under-Lyme, complete with family facilities and exciting seasonal events throughout the year.
What's nearby
- Apedale Community Country Park 350m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Good to know
Parking
- ✓Free car park
Accessibility
- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance
- ✓Accessible toilet
Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.
Photos
Photos via Google
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
Had the drive the diesel experience. Had best time every. Everyone at the site was friendly and helpful. Really enjoyed every minute.
· via Google
Just a short 15min return trip but still a very interesting railway with good facilities. The adjacent Industrial Narrow Gauge layout is quite extensive and looks to be work in progress. A guided tour of the drift mine (weekends only) on the same site is well worth doing.
· via Google
I took my infant son to Apedale Valley Light Railway for the first time and he absolutely loves it! I think we will definitely be returning and possibly tomorrow! Whilst the ride itself is very, very short, it's the whole experience of being around a Steam Train that is so wonderful. We wandered around for a couple of hours quite happily, after the return journey to Apedale Road Station, and my boy was happy to watch the train coming and going from the Play Area. We also visited the café for a bite to eat and the prices in there are very reasonable. Additionally, there is a mine and a museum of mining on the same site. We will be taking the Tour of the mine when my son is old enough to be allowed in. All in all, a delightful experience! One slight criticism from me. I understand, volunteers, that there are a lot of idiots around and that you give your time freely. However, please stop being so fussy with your Visitors. It might put them off from returning to your lovely centre! 🙏
· via Google
Visitors say this heritage center offers a fascinating museum with exhibits on local history, fossils, and mining, alongside a fun, short railway ride. They also highlight the excellent value, especially the free museum and reasonably priced cafe with plenty of choices. Guests mention the friendly and knowledgeable staff, particularly the mine tour guides who share interesting facts and stories.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Address
- Loomer Road, Chesterton, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 7LB Get directions
- Category
- Railways & Transport
- Guest rating
- 4.6 / 5 (343 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- Yes
- Destination
- Newcastle under Lyme