BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ribble Steam Railway - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ribblesteam.org.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ribble Steam Railway REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T003048 CREATED:20250105T140549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T102338Z UID:16761-1781949600-1781974800@ribblesteam.org.uk SUMMARY:Steampunk Saturday (with Royal Saloon Dining) DESCRIPTION:Returning to the Ribble Steam Calendar for 2026 – June 20th sees us celebrate Steampunk!  We’re hoping to see so much colour and unique styles from Steampunk community members across the North West and beyond. \nTickets include entrance to our wonderful museum and all day travel on the trains. We have a gift shop and a café serving drinks and light refreshments. \n \n\n\n\n \n Family Ticket\n \n \n \n \n £32\n \n Day Rover\n \n \n\n \n \nOther ticket types are available \n\nAdult – £12.50\nChild – £7.50\nConcession – £10\n\n \n \n Buy Online \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nDining Services in Princess Alexandra’s Royal Saloon are also available on this date\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n Royal Saloon Dining Tickets URL:https://ribblesteam.org.uk/event/steampunk-saturday/ LOCATION:Ribble Steam Railway\, Chain Caul Rd\, Preston\, Lancashire\, PR2 2PD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:On Train Dining,Operating Days,Season-ticket-inclusive,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ribblesteam.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/1000011324.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ribble Steam":MAILTO:enquiries@ribblesteam.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260620T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T003048 CREATED:20260402T110235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T110235Z UID:17816-1781953200-1781971200@ribblesteam.org.uk SUMMARY:Royal Saloon Dining - Father's Day Celebrations DESCRIPTION:On several dates throughout the year\, you can dine in style on board our Royal Saloon \nThe Royal Saloon will be added to the train on the following dates :- \nMonday 6th April – Easter Monday \nMonday 25th May – Bank Holiday Monday \nSaturday 20th June – Fathers Day Celebrations \nSaturday 25th July – Summer Saturday \nMonday 31st August – Bank Holiday Weekend \nSaturday 26th September – Autumn Gala Weekend \nThe Royal Saloon was built by the Great Eastern Railway in 1898 and has recently been fully restored by our volunteers. The carriage was specifically built for Princess Alexandra\, wife of the future King Edward VII. \nWe will be serving refreshments throughout the day. In the morning we will be seving At lunchtime we will be serving a Ploughman’s Lunch with a beer or a glass of white wine (non alcoholic alternative also available).  In the afternoon we will be serving Alison’s Cream Tea or Afternoon Tea. For an extra touch of luxury you can  also add a glass of prosecco. \nThe ticket price includes entrance to our wonderful museum\, cafe\, shop\, the supplement to travel in the Royal Saloon and unlimited travel in standard class accommodation on all other trains thorough out the day. We also have a gift shop selling railway themed souvenirs and a tea room serving drinks & light refreshments. \n11.00am Train – Morning Coffee and Cake \n \nCoffee & Cake in the Royal Saloon\nJoin us for one return trip on the Ribble Steam Railway whilst enjoying coffee and cake. \nAdults £22.50 (£12.50 General admission +£5.00 Royal Saloon Supplement + £5.00 Coffee & Cake (Tea is also available). \nChildren £15.00 (£7.50 General admission +£2.50 Royal Saloon Supplement + £5.00 Coffee & Cake (Tea is also available). \n12.00 pm and 1pm Train – Ploughman’s Lunch \n \nPloughman’s Lunch in the Royal Saloon\nJoin us at 12 o’clock or 1 o’clock for a return trip on the Ribble Steam Railway whilst enjoying our take on a Ploughman’s Lunch\, consisting of cheese\, pate\, mini pork pie\, tomatoes\, grapes\, pickles and bread with a beer\, a glass of white wine or an apple juice. \nAdults £27.50 (£12.50 General admission +£5.00 Royal Saloon Supplement + £10.00 Ploughman’s Lunch). \nChildren £20.00 (£7.50 General admission +£2.50 Royal Saloon Supplement + £10.00 Ploughman’s Lunch). \nThe Ploughman’s Lunch is not recommended for children under 8 years old. \n2:00pm Train  – Traditional Afternoon Tea \n \nAfternoon Tea in the Royal Saloon\nFor the Afternoon Tea you will be served a selection of  sandwiches\, a mini pork pie\, sausage rolls\, cream and jam scones\, cup cakes and a mini trifle\, along with hot drinks. You can also include a glass of Prosecco for the adults on arrival for £5.00 \nAdults £37.50 (£12.50 General admission +£5.00 Royal Saloon Supplement + £20.00 Afternoon Tea). \nChildren £30.00 (£7.50 General admission +£2.50 Royal Saloon Supplement + £20.00 Afternoon Tea). \nThe Afternoon Tea is not recommended for children under 8 years old. \n3pm Train – Cream Tea \n \nCream Tea in the Royal Saloon\nJoin us for one return trip on the Ribble Steam Railway whilst enjoying a Cream Tea consisting of  and jam and cream scones and hot drinks. You can also include a glass of Prosecco for the adults on arrival for £5.00 \nAdults £25.00 (£12.50 General admission +£5.00 Royal Saloon Supplement + £7.50 Cream Tea). \nChildren £17.50 (£7.50 General admission +£2.50 Royal Saloon Supplement + £7.50 Cream Tea). \nThe Cream Tea is not recommended for children under 8 years old. \nBooking details \nSpace is limited to a maximum of 14 guests per train so early booking is advisable. \nUnfortunately due its age and method of construction\, we are sorry but the Royal Saloon is not accessible to wheelchair users. Due to limitations in the Royal Saloon kitchen we regret we are unable to cater for special dietary requirements or guarantee that food is prepared in a nut free environment. \nTickets are non-refundable. No refunds will be made for cancellations or non arrivals. \n\n\n \n Book Your Royal Saloon Tickets Here URL:https://ribblesteam.org.uk/event/on-train-dining-2-2/ LOCATION:Ribble Steam Railway\, Chain Caul Rd\, Preston\, Lancashire\, PR2 2PD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:On Train Dining,Operating Days ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ribblesteam.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Royal-Saloon-exterior.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ribble Steam":MAILTO:enquiries@ribblesteam.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260627T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T003048 CREATED:20260429T114638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T114638Z UID:17476-1782552600-1782579600@ribblesteam.org.uk SUMMARY:Bluey comes to Preston Riverside! DESCRIPTION:Come and meet Bluey at intervals on Saturday 27th June throughout the day at Ribble Steam Railway! \nBegin your journey at Ribble Steam Railway & Museum\, where you will experience a steam train journey through the former Preston Docks which crosses the Ribble Estuary. \nEvery child will receive a complimentary storybook\, activity sheet\, crayon\, biscuit and juice to enjoy during the journey. \nWhen you return to the museum\, Bluey will be waiting to meet families\, wave hello and pose for photos\, so don’t forget your camera! \nYour visit includes entry to the museum so be sure to look around the engine displays and museum. You are welcome to look around the museum before or after your journey. \n \n\n\n \n Fox & Edwards Tickets URL:https://ribblesteam.org.uk/event/bluey-at-riverside/ LOCATION:Ribble Steam Railway\, Chain Caul Rd\, Preston\, Lancashire\, PR2 2PD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family Events,FoxandEdwards,non-season-ticket,Operating Days,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ribblesteam.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/approved_bluey_lancashire_artwork_1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T163000 DTSTAMP:20260430T003048 CREATED:20251204T114650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T114650Z UID:17490-1784368800-1784392200@ribblesteam.org.uk SUMMARY:Summer Steam Saturday DESCRIPTION:Tickets include entrance to our wonderful museum and all day travel on the trains. We have a gift shop and a café serving drinks and light refreshments. \nTimetable –\n \nNOTE: Timetable subject to change. \nOnline Booking link below\, although payment on arrival is also available. \nOnline tickets available (subject to booking fee) – However\, you can also buy them on arrival at the museum – Cash & Cards Welcome! \n\n \n Family Ticket\n \n \n \n \n £32\n \n Day Rover\n \n \n\n \n \nOther ticket types are available \n\nAdult – £12.50\nChild – £7.50\nConcession – £10\n\n \n \n Buy Online - Available Soon URL:https://ribblesteam.org.uk/event/steam-saturday-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Ribble Steam Railway\, Chain Caul Rd\, Preston\, Lancashire\, PR2 2PD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Operating Days,Season-ticket-inclusive ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ribblesteam.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Courageous-Gary-Severn-2000x1492-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ribble Steam":MAILTO:enquiries@ribblesteam.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260725T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260725T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T003048 CREATED:20250105T141929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T180806Z UID:16769-1784973600-1784998800@ribblesteam.org.uk SUMMARY:Summer Steam Saturday with Royal Saloon Dining DESCRIPTION:Tickets include entrance to our wonderful museum and all day travel on the trains. \nWe have a gift shop and a café serving drinks and light refreshments. \nTimetable –\n \nNOTE: Timetable may be subject to modification due to operational circumstances on the day.\nAlso running that day is our Great Eastern Railway Royal Saloon\, offering a unique experience in a carriage built for a Princess! –  Ploughman’s Lunch and Cream Tea offerings are available on various departures during the day. \nAny tickets purchased for individual Royal Saloon trips allow access to the museum\, and all other standard class services that day! \n\n \n Standard (non-dining) Family Ticket\n \n \n \n \n £32\n \n Day Rover\n \n \n\n \n \nOther ticket types are available \n\nAdult – £12.5\nChild – £7.50\nConcession – £10\n\n \n \n Buy Online \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \nRoyal Saloon Dining Tickets\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n Online Booking Essential for Royal Saloon Dining Services URL:https://ribblesteam.org.uk/event/steam-saturday-260725/ LOCATION:Ribble Steam Railway\, Chain Caul Rd\, Preston\, Lancashire\, PR2 2PD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:On Train Dining,Operating Days,Season-ticket-inclusive,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ribblesteam.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/FR20-and-royal-saloon.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ribble Steam":MAILTO:enquiries@ribblesteam.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260801T163000 DTSTAMP:20260430T003048 CREATED:20251204T120215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T120215Z UID:17493-1785578400-1785601800@ribblesteam.org.uk SUMMARY:Summer Steam Saturday DESCRIPTION:Tickets include entrance to our wonderful museum and all day travel on the trains. We have a gift shop and a café serving drinks and light refreshments. \nTimetable –\n \nNOTE: Timetable subject to change. \nOnline Booking link below\, although payment on arrival is also available. \nOnline tickets available (subject to booking fee) – However\, you can also buy them on arrival at the museum – Cash & Cards Welcome! \n\n \n Family Ticket\n \n \n \n \n £32\n \n Day Rover\n \n \n\n \n \nOther ticket types are available \n\nAdult – £12.50\nChild – £7.50\nConcession – £10\n\n \n \n Buy Online - Available Soon URL:https://ribblesteam.org.uk/event/steam-saturday-260801/ LOCATION:Ribble Steam Railway\, Chain Caul Rd\, Preston\, Lancashire\, PR2 2PD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Operating Days,Season-ticket-inclusive ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ribblesteam.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Courageous-Gary-Severn-2000x1492-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ribble Steam":MAILTO:enquiries@ribblesteam.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260808T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260808T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T003048 CREATED:20250105T140441Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T151454Z UID:16759-1786183200-1786208400@ribblesteam.org.uk SUMMARY:Vintage Transport Experience with Trains AND Buses! DESCRIPTION:This August\, our friends at the Ribble Vehicle Preservation Trust will again be running a heritage shuttle bus service between our site in Preston’s Docklands\, to their workshop which houses around 40 vehicles dating from 1930 to 2004\, and meet some of their volunteers. \nMeanwhile at Preston Riverside\, your tickets include entrance to our wonderful museum and all day travel on the trains. We have a gift shop and a café serving drinks and light refreshments. \nRail Timetable –\n \nShuttle Bus Timetable – \nTo be confirmed \n*Whilst the bus transfers are free\, RVPT would be very grateful for any donations visitors are able to offer \nOnline Booking will be available soon\, although payment on arrival is also available. \n\n \n Family Ticket\n \n \n \n \n £32\n \n Day Rover\n \n \n\n \n \nOther ticket classes available : \n\nAdult – £12.50\nChild – £7.50\nConcession – £10.00\n\n \n \n Buy Online - Available Soon URL:https://ribblesteam.org.uk/event/vintagetransportexperience2026/ LOCATION:Ribble Steam Railway\, Chain Caul Rd\, Preston\, Lancashire\, PR2 2PD\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Family Events,Operating Days,Season-ticket-inclusive,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ribblesteam.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/RSR-RVPT-2026-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Ribble Steam":MAILTO:enquiries@ribblesteam.co.uk END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR