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 including Family Events.
Event | Date(s) |
---|---|
Legends of Steam | Friday 14th to Sunday 16th March |
Western Region Weekend
Mixed Traction featuring D7076, D832, 45108, 50015, W55001 plus Steam Locos 34081 92 Squadron and 34092 City of Wells |
Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th April |
Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 3rd to Monday 5th May |
Summer Diesel Gala | Thursday 3rd to Sunday 6th July |
Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd August |
Railway 200 Celebration Weekend | Friday 12th to Sunday 14th September |
Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th October |
Autumn Steam Gala | Friday 17th to Sunday 19th October |
DMU Gala | Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th November |
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 including Family Events.
Event | Date(s) |
---|---|
Legends of Steam | Friday 14th to Sunday 16th March |
Western Region Weekend
Mixed Traction featuring D7076, D832, 45108, 50015, W55001 plus Steam Locos 34081 92 Squadron and 34092 City of Wells |
Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th April |
Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 3rd to Monday 5th May |
Summer Diesel Gala | Thursday 3rd to Sunday 6th July |
Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd August |
Railway 200 Celebration Weekend | Friday 12th to Sunday 14th September |
Day Out with Thomas | Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th October |
Autumn Steam Gala | Friday 17th to Sunday 19th October |
DMU Gala | Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th November |
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.