Rudyard Lake Steam Railway
N 53° 07.080 W 002° 04.061
30U E 562396 N 5885803
A steam railway situated in the village of Rudyard in the Staffordshire Moorlands. Free parking is available at the posted Co-ordinates
Waymark Code: WM75QE
Location: West Midlands, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 09/06/2009
Views: 16
The steam train was built by Peter Hanton of Congleton between 1985 and 1992 and was sold to Mike and Eileen Hanton on 13 October 2000.
All of the steam trains are pulled by real steam engines and all have names linked to the tales of King Arthur and the Knights of the round table.
The railway itself it 10 1/4 gauge and the steam trains are about half the size of full scale narrow gauge steam railway.
You can get on the train and can depart at the dam of Rudyard Lake and continue on foot along a pathway which is perfect for family walk, or you can stay on the train for a picturesque view of the lake.
Rudyard lake is famous itself as it was named after Rudyard Kipling as his parents courted there. It is a popular destination for families and often hosts folk festivals and an excellent firework display on Bonfire Night.
The lake is also popular for watersports and has it's own sailing club.
The railway has its own snack bar if you get peckish on your trip. Accommodation and meals are also available at the Rudyard Lake hotel in the village.
The "Official Tourism" URL link to the attraction: [Web Link]
The attraction’s own URL: [Web Link]
Hours of Operation:
The steam railway operates everyday during the school summer holidays and is open every weekend until the end of October
Steam trains run from 11am to 4pm daily - see website for further information on opening times
Admission Prices:
Rudyard to Hunthouse Wood - 3 Mile return
Return - Adult £3.50, Child £2.00
Single - Adult £2.50, Child £1.50
Return to the Dam
Return - Adult £1.50, Child £1.00
Single - Adult £1.00, Child £0.75
Prices correct for the 2009 Season
The steam railway also hosts galas throughout the year such as Halloween, Santa's train and Easter Egg Specials. You can also host your childs birthday party there.
Approximate amount of time needed to fully experience the attraction: Half of a day (2-5 hours)
Transportation options to the attraction: Personal Vehicle or Public Transportation
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