# Ribble Steam Railway, Preston — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Take a nostalgic journey through Preston's docklands aboard heritage trains at this living museum, where little ones can explore vintage locomotives and discover the area's industrial past through interactive exhibits. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/preston/attractions/ribble-steam-railway (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Museum # Ribble Steam Railway Chain Caul Road, Riversway Docklands [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=14185157415908383445&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Ribble Steam Railway & Museum](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/106473907255218578618) **In short:** Ribble Steam Railway is a museum in Preston, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 967 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Ribble Steam Railway Take a nostalgic journey through Preston's docklands aboard heritage trains at this living museum, where little ones can explore vintage locomotives and discover the area's industrial past through interactive exhibits. ## What's nearby - JN Civils Ltd next door - Preston Driving Test Centre 200m away - Crystal Leisure Swimming Pools 300m away - Marquis Motorhomes Lancashire 300m away - Williams Handbaked • Luxury Biscuits & Cakes 350m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** Closed **Wednesday** Closed **Thursday** Closed **Friday** Closed **Saturday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM **Sunday** 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Russell Price](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113626149997157674181/reviews) ★★★★★ What a fantastic experience. The whole tour is educational. The information in the running shed was exceptional and professional and worth the visit. The train ride took me back to my childhood especially the buffet car . Thank you so much. What a fantastic experience and day. 10/10 to everyone involved. · via Google [John Taylorson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116303766675449204851/reviews) ★★★★★ Everything was great except for the ploughman's lunch items missing from the stated menu, and cold tea and coffee provided in the Royal saloon carriage. Might be as well taking your own food in the normal carriage. Other than that worth the visit for train enthusiasts of any age. · via Google [Kim Lowndes](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113540075211144304826/reviews) ★★★★★ Took my daughter and grandson on the Teddy Bear Picnic train over the bank holiday. First time here and we all loved it. Will definitely go back · via Google [Mark Stephan](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/114211460360248317024/reviews) ★★★★★ Really enjoyable afternoon, excellent museum with a good array of Locomotives and wagons. A nice cafe and friendly, helpful volunteers. We were on the fish and chips excursion ( bought as a birthday gift ) hauled by a steam Locomotive. Would certainly visit again. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487b6da551d15099:0xc4dbcd837a379ad5!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this railway museum offers engaging steam train rides and a fascinating collection of historic locomotives and rolling stock, including interactive exhibits for all ages. They also highlight the friendly, helpful staff and volunteers, who create a welcoming atmosphere. Guests mention the well-maintained museum, clean facilities, and reasonable prices for drinks and gifts. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Chain Caul Road, Preston, PR2 2PD [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=53.7589333%2C-2.7535694) **Category** Railways & Transport **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (967 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Preston [More attractions in Preston](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/attractions) ★ 4.6 (967 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.ribblesteam.org.uk?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01772 728800](tel:01772728800) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Preston **Postcode** PR2 2PD **Plus Code** 9C5VQ65W+HH [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487b6da551d15099:0xc4dbcd837a379ad5!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487b6da551d15099:0xc4dbcd837a379ad5!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487b6da551d15099:0xc4dbcd837a379ad5!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Preston Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Ribble Steam Railway has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Ribble Steam Railway? Yes: free car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact Ribble Steam Railway? Call Ribble Steam Railway on +44 1772 728800. ## More near Ribble Steam Railway ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Trivelles Park Hotel ★ 3.7 · 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/hotels/trivelles-park-hotel) - [St Andrews House Hotel ★ 4.1 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/hotels/st-andrews-house-hotel) - [The Claremont Preston ★ 4.4 · 1.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/hotels/the-claremont-preston) - [Lea Gate by Greene King Inns ★ 4.0 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/hotels/lea-gate-by-greene-king-inns) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [West Park House 0.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/cottages/west-park-house-uk48751) - [Apartment 8 2.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/cottages/apartment-8-uk42612) - [Winckley House - Apartment 30 ★ 4.8 · 2.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/cottages/winckley-house-apartment-30-uk42613) - [Apartment 11 2.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/cottages/apartment-11-uk42638) ### Campsites nearby - [Smithills View Campsite ★ 4.4 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/camping/smithills-view-campsite) - [Bryars Farm Certificated Location ★ 4.9 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/lancashire/camping/bryars-farm-certificated-location) - [Brylea Caravan Park ★ 4.7 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/camping/brylea-caravan-park) - [Meadow Farm Holiday Park ★ 5.0 · 2.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/camping/meadow-farm-holiday-park) ### Things to do nearby - [ODEON Preston ★ 4.0 · 1.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/attractions/odeon-preston) - [Mini's Party and Play Centre ★ 4.2 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/attractions/mini-s-party-and-play-centre) - [Action Tag Warfare Blackpool ★ 4.4 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/attractions/action-tag-warfare-blackpool) - [Belong Preston ★ 4.4 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/preston/attractions/belong-preston)