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…
Paddington™ is coming to the North West! He is joining us at the Ribble Steam Railway for two days on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd March. Paddington will be making…
Weather Warning in place for Lancashire on 7th December 2024 As you will already be aware, there is currently an Amber Weather Warning in place for Lancashire for the majority…
Over the weekend of the 28th & 29th September 2024, we operated our main season closing event, featuring 5 locos from our home fleet. We’d welcome any photos you’re willing…
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…
Unfortunately we have had to cancel our planned Folk Music Evening on 14th September 2024. Anyone who had already purchased tickets will be contacted shortly to arrange refunds. Hopefully the…
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,…
Further to the previous news article around the restoration of the locally built engine July 6th 2024 saw an on-site steam test, and the first journey down the running line…