Ribble Steam Railway & Museum
Chain Caul Road, Ashton-on-Ribble, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2PD
As part of Preston Heritage Open Days, Ribble Steam Railway & Museum is opening its doors wider than ever before! In addition to our main museum, you can step inside our active workshops (RSR and Furness Railway Trust), visit the diesel shed, and tour our Conservation Centre. We’re also excited to showcase our turntable, currently under restoration. The site follows the route of former industrial lines that once served the bustling dock and local factories, playing a key role in Lancashire’s economy. The museum, home to one of the largest collections of industrial locomotives in the country, tells the story of the people, engines, and industries that shaped the area.
During Heritage Open Days, visitors can explore historic engines, and discover how volunteers maintain this Heritage Railway. Our restored steam train will also be running - paid tickets for train rides are available.
Train travel is not included in this event. Tickets for train rides are available via online booking on the RSR website or at the Front Desk.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- From 10 am to 5pm
Location & directions
Chain Caul Road, Ashton-on-Ribble, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 2PD
- Directions:
- The nearest railway station is Preston, located close to the city centre, from where you can catch the following buses: No. 75, Archway Travel — (direct from station area) From Preston Railway Station. The Line 75 bus (operated by Archway Travel) runs hourly. It takes about 12 minutes, arriving at the Makro stop, which is within walking distance to the museum. NO. 19 From Preston Railway Station. Stop near the McDonald’s, with around a 10-minute walk to the railway. No.74 From Preston Railway Station. Stop near the McDonald’s, with around a 10-minute walk to the railway.
- Contact on day:
- Paulo Marques
- Telephone number:
- +447818360477
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Workshop visits are guided to make sure everyone stays safe while exploring. Our team will be on hand to answer questions and point out interesting features.
Additional information
You are free to visit most areas at your own pace. Times for tours of the Conservation Centre and Workshops will be posted on the day.
- Max no of people per tour:
- 15
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s)
