New Book Published detailing the history of Furness Railway No.20 “Furness Railway Locomotive No.20 – The Story so far” has been written by FRT Chairman Tim Owen, and has recently…
Goodbye to “Lionel” On 28th June 2025, we’re holding our first ever “Steampunk” event – and for the day, the Locomotive rostered for the day is Grant Ritchie No.272, affectionately…
2025 Sees Ribble Steam Railway host a number of Real Ale events, starting with Spring Bank Holiday, and we’re excited to announce that the two in-house ales brewed by our…
Peckett 1935 of 1937 “Hornet” being prepared for formal Steam Test Hornet is the sole surviving member of the Peckett “Greenhithe” class, with a lowered footplate & cab for working…
We’re delighted to announced that on 18th September 2024, Barclay 1969/1929 returned to service after passing her final steam test following restoration. The restoration is one which has been completed…
The UK’s oldest working Standard gauge steam locomotive has returned home to Ribble Steam railway from her holiday in Somerset The 1863 built locomotive has been starring at the West…
As we get into some lovely summer weather, our oldest resident, Furness Railway No.20 from 1863, has gone on her holidays to Somerset. The locomotive is currently visiting the West…
RSR Welcomed UK Railtour’s “North West Freighter” On 14th July 2024, Ribble Steam Railway welcomed the “North West Freighter” Railtour, operated by UK Railtours, for a short stay. The train,…
