Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway
Situated just outside Skipton in Yorkshire, the Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway runs 4 miles between the award winning station at Bolton Abbey and Embsay station built in 1988.
Most trains are hauled by magnificiently restored steam tank engines, the oldest one dating back to 1908. Steam trains run every Sunday throughout the year and up to 7 days a week in summer.
Many special events are held each year including visits from Thomas the Tank Engine on the Easter, Spring Bank and August Bank Holiday and Santa at Christmas. A very popular 1940s weekend is also held in September.
Both stations have gift shops specialising in many Thomas the Tank engine items and are a must for any young 'Thomas' fans. They also have Tea Rooms and picnic areas; there is ample free coach and car parking at both Bolton Abbey and Embsay stations.
Groups are welcome with reserved seating and catering can be arranged to suit the organiser's requirements.
The ruins of Bolton Abbey , a famous beauty spo, are a pleasant 1.5 mile walk away.
Prices
Adults £7.00
Children £3.50
Group Rates by arrangement.
Opening details
| Season Dates | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Notes | Open all year Open Christmas Open New Year From: 30/01/2005 To: 30/09/2008 Monday: 09:00 - 17:00 Tuesday: 09:00 - 17:00 Wednesday: 09:00 - 17:00 Thursday: 09:00 - 17:00 Friday: 09:00 - 17:00 Saturday: 09:00 - 17:00 Sunday: 09:00 - 17:00 Open all year, every day |
Contact
Stephen WalkerTel: 01756 710614
www.embsayboltonabbeyrailway.org.uk
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Venue
Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam RailwayBolton Abbey Station, Bolton Abbey, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 6AF
www.embsayboltonabbeyrailway.org.uk
Map reference: SE 061533
By Road:
Bolton Abbey Station is signposted on A59 Skipton to Harrogate road at Bolton Abbey.
Disabled parking at both stations.
By Public Transport:
Buses 215 (Monday to Saturday) and 884 (Sundays and Bank Holidays) run from Skipton to Embsay Station; bus X59 (Monday to Saturday) runs from Skipton and Harrogate to Bolton Abbey Station and buses 74/874 (Daily) run from Ilkley to Bolton Bridge (near Bolton Abbey station). For further local public transport information see: www.dalesbus.org
Parking : free
Accessible by Public Transport : 2 miles from Skipton station
Also at this venue
Day Out with Thomas The Tank Engine
Events at this venue
| date | event |
|---|---|
| Sat 11, Sun 12 Sep 2010 | 1940s Weekend |
| Sun 3 Oct 2010 | White Rose Car Rally |
| Sun 21 Nov 2010 | Santa's Special |
| Sun 28 Nov 2010 | Santa's Special |
| Sat 4 Dec 2010 | Santa's Special |
| Sun 5 Dec 2010 | Santa's Special |
| Sat 11 Dec 2010 | Santa's Special |
| Sun 12 Dec 2010 | Santa's Special |
| Sat 18 Dec 2010 | Santa's Special |
| Sun 19 Dec 2010 | Santa's Special |
| Sun 26 Dec 2010 | Boxing Day Specials |
| Sat 1 Jan 2011 | New Year's Day Specials |
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