Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway

Railway Ravenglass, England, United Kingdom
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What to expect

The Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway is a 15 in minimum gauge heritage railway in Cumbria, England. The 7-mile line runs from Ravenglass to Dalegarth Station near Boot in the valley of Eskdale, in the Lake District. The railway offers a scenic journey through the hills and estuary, with several request stops along the way, including Muncaster Mill, Miteside, Murthwaite, Irton Road, The Green, Fisherground, and Beckfoot. The railway offers a variety of train ticket options, including adult, child, and family tickets, as well as upgrade options for First Class and Pullman Observation Carriage. The railway is a great place to visit with family, with outdoor play areas, walking routes, and steam train photo opportunities. Nearby attractions include the Roman Bath House at Ravenglass, the Hardknott Roman Fort, and Muncaster Castle

Plan your family visit to the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway with these blog insights 👇

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A Hard Knott Road Trip: Lake District Scenic Drive from Fell to Coast

A Hard Knott Road Trip: Lake District Scenic Drive from Fell to Coast
This family's experience:

Activities: We took a ride on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, which is a heritage steam railway

Highlights: The kids loved riding on the steam train, and it was a great way to see the Eskdale Valley ✨