Summerseat Section
In the DOWN direction, the line rises gently all the way from Bury to Ramsbottom.
This section is track circuited throughout
with movements into section controlled using direction levers and communication
between Bury South and Ramsbottom signal boxes. The ELR's newest station at Burrs Country Park
Station provides direct access to the Caravan Park and local leisure facilities.
Irwell Vale Section
In the DOWN direction, the line continues to rise gently all the way from Ramsbottom to Rawtenstall, the
Northerly terminus of the line. This section is controlled by train staff or token, collected as
the train departs and passes Ramsbottom Signal Box.
Broadfield Section
The most challenging part of the ELR! This section is controlled by train staff or token, collected
as the train passes Bury South Box. Outside Bury the line rises and falls steeply (1/36 and 1/41) to
cross the Manchester Metrolink then, after a brief respite, Broadfield Bank begins
with a little over 1.5 miles at 1/85, softening to 1/254 before reaching Heywood.
There are a wide range of events at the East Lancashire Railway ranging from Family and Education, Re-enactments, Sci-Fi, Transport and Collector's Fairs.
Selected events are shown below. See the ELR Website for the full event schedule.
| Event | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| 1940s Weekend | Saturday 27th to Monday 29th May |
| Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 29th, Sunday 30th April and Monday 1st May |
| Summer Diesel Gala | Thursday 29th, Friday 30th June and
Saturday 1st July |
| Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th August |
| Autumn Diesel Gala | Friday 15th and
Saturday 16th September |
| Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 30th September and Sunday 1st October |
| Autumn Steam Gala | Friday 13th, Saturday 14th and
Sunday 15th October |
Covid Safety
Whilst Covid-19 restrictions have been lifted, the ELR encourage passengers observe sensible social distancing precautions.
See the ELR Website for the latest details.
All events subject to availability
While every effort will be made to ensure events take place as advertised, rostered locos or units are available
and running to the advertised timetable, the ELR reserves the right to cancel or terminate without prior notice.
All services originate and end back at Bury Bolton Street. Please check relevant timetable details to avoid becoming stranded at other stations. Please note Heywood Station car park is often locked before the last train departs for Bury.
Parking is available at or near most stations, next to the station in Bury is Pay and Display. The details shown are for information only, no liability is accepted for parking charges or damage to/theft of vehicles or contents.
There are a wide range of events at the East Lancashire Railway ranging from Family and Education, Re-enactments, Sci-Fi, Transport and Collector's Fairs.
Selected events are shown below. See the ELR Website for the full event schedule.
| Event | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| 1940s Weekend | Saturday 27th to Monday 29th May |
| Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 29th, Sunday 30th April and Monday 1st May |
| Summer Diesel Gala | Thursday 29th, Friday 30th June and
Saturday 1st July |
| Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th August |
| Autumn Diesel Gala | Friday 15th and
Saturday 16th September |
| Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 30th September and Sunday 1st October |
| Autumn Steam Gala | Friday 13th, Saturday 14th and
Sunday 15th October |
Covid Safety
Whilst Covid-19 restrictions have been lifted, the ELR encourage passengers observe sensible social distancing precautions.
See the ELR Website for the latest details.
All events subject to availability
While every effort will be made to ensure events take place as advertised, rostered locos or units are available
and running to the advertised timetable, the ELR reserves the right to cancel or terminate without prior notice.
| Telephone: |
0333 320 2830 |
| Address: |
East Lancashire Railway Bolton Street Station Bolton Street Bury, BL9 0EY |
