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) |
|---|---|
| Vintage Vibes Weekend | Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th May |
|
Summer Diesel Gala
with visitors 31108, 37716 and 50008. Full line up soon. Click to Pre-Book Tickets. |
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) |
|---|---|
| Vintage Vibes Weekend | Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th May |
|
Summer Diesel Gala
with visitors 31108, 37716 and 50008. Full line up soon. Click to Pre-Book Tickets. |
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.
| Telephone: |
0333 320 2830 |
| Address: |
East Lancashire Railway Bolton Street Station Bolton Street Bury, BL9 0EY |
