Visiting Ribble Steam Railway in 2026
BOOK ONLINE OR PAY ON THE DAY – STANDARD TICKET PRICE!
We run a number of themed special events throughout the year, this year starting in February, with our main operating season starting at Easter, and then we operate trains every Saturday until September.
Keep your eyes on our social media for more information and details of our special events.
STANDARD TICKET PRICES (Held at 2025 rates)
*(prices and travel for special events may vary)
ADULT (16+) £12.50
CHILDREN(3 – 15) £7.50
Under 3 – FREE
CONCESSIONS (Disabled, Carers and 65+) £10.00
FAMILY (2 adults + 2 children) £32.00
ALL PRICES INCLUDE ACCESS TO THE MUSEUM, Mr RIBBLE’S PLAYGROUND, Mrs RIBBLES TEA ROOM AND ALL DAY* TRAVEL
Each journey lasts approximately 35 mins
All our standard events can be booked online in advance or pay on arrival (except Fox & Edwards Events, Santa Specials & Dining Services that need to be pre-booked)
If you are planning to visit as a family group more than twice in 2026, our new Season Ticket may be of interest to you
RSR Annual Members enjoy discounted entry on operating days – Proof of membership will be required on arrival
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Paddington Visits Preston
Paddington to visit Preston! Come and meet Paddington™ on 14th & 15th February at intervals throughout the day at Ribble Steam Railway! Begin your journey at Ribble Steam Railway &…
Paddington Visits Preston
Paddington to visit Preston! Come and meet Paddington™ on 14th & 15th February at intervals throughout the day at Ribble Steam Railway! Begin your journey at Ribble Steam Railway &…
Half Term Pirates and Princess Wednesday
Come and join us for a Pirates and Princesses-themed half-term train ride. We will be running our Top and Tail trains throughout the day with a steam engine on the…
Winter Steam on Saturday
Join us at the end of the February Half-Term break for a wintry journey along the Preston Dock Railway. Enjoy our hourly steam hauled departures from 11:00 Tickets include entrance…
Spring Steam Gala
Come and join us for our 2026 Spring Steam Gala. Visit our fabulous museum then take a trip on one of the many steam trains running each day. Our Tea…
Easter Weekend Specials
Easter weekend offers lots to do for the whole family. As well as the museum, café, playground and of course the magnificent trains we also have an Egg Hunt!! Rostered…
Easter Weekend Specials
Easter weekend offers lots to do for the whole family. As well as the museum, café, playground and of course the magnificent trains we also have an Egg Hunt!! Rostered…
Easter Sunday Diesel Railbus Specials
Easter Sunday 2026 sees our Steam Engines having a short break, and our 1958 Diesel Railbus in service hauling frequent tours of the Preston Dock Railway Easter weekend offers lots…
Easter Weekend Specials (with Royal Saloon Dining)
Easter weekend offers lots to do for the whole family. As well as the museum, café, playground and of course the magnificent trains we also have an Egg Hunt!! Rostered…
Royal Saloon Dining
On several dates throughout the year, you can dine in style on board our Royal Saloon The Royal Saloon will be added to the train on the following dates :-…
Meet Peppa Pig
Come and meet Peppa Pig at intervals throughout the day at the Ribble Steam Railway & Museum on 11th April! Begin your day with a scenic steam-hauled journey through the…
Spring Sunshine Railbus Tours of the Docks
Our 1950’s Diesel Railbus will be operating our passenger service on 18th April. Enjoy the all-round views afforded by the Waggon und Maschinenbau unit as we proceed from the museum,…
Facilities
Ramped access is available to our specially adapted coach for wheelchair users and their carers.
Disabled visitors and their carers are charged at Concessionary Rates.
There is ample free car parking adjacent to the entrance, including disabled parking spaces right outside the doors.
Group Visits
- 10 – 19 visitors 5% discount.
- 20 – 40 visitors 10% discount
- 41 – 59 visitors 15% discount.
- 60+ visitors 20% discount.
All groups must be pre-booked to qualify for any discount.
Pets
We welcome dogs and ask that they are respectfully kept under control, so other passengers or staff are not inconvenienced.
To keep everyone safe, please keep your dog on a lead at all times. Note for hygiene purposes, dogs are not allowed on seats (or tables!). We also do not permit dogs (except assistance dogs) into the cafe or on train buffet.
We welcome Guide dogs and/or hearing dogs accompanying passengers with disabilities, and normally permit access to all public areas of trains, stations and other premises.
No other animals may be conveyed without the express permission of the company.
Please ask a member of staff if you need any assistance.
Please note the following…
The railway is a working environment, so please ensure children are supervised at all times during your visit.
The company accepts no liability for any inaccuracy in the information contained on this website.
Timetable information is subject to alteration without notice.
On occasion, operational reasons may require that a diesel locomotive is used to replace the steam locomotive service.
