Visiting Ribble Steam Railway in 2026

Book Online or Pay on the Day

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 inlcude access to the Museum, Mr Ribble’s Playground, Mrs Ribble’s 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

BOOK TICKETS HERE!

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16
May

Spring Steam on the Docks

10:00 am — 4:30 pm
Ribble Steam Railway

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. Timetable  NOTE: Timetable…

25
May

Spring Bank Holiday Weekend Specials (with Royal Saloon Dining)

10:00 am — 4:30 pm
Ribble Steam Railway

This Spring Bank Holiday weekend, our train service is being operated by Furness Railway No.20, the oldest working standard gauge steam locomotive in the UK! NOTE: Timetable subject to change.

25
May

Royal Saloon Dining

11:00 am — 4:00 pm
Ribble Steam Railway

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 :-…

30
May

Summer Steam Saturday

10:00 am — 4:30 pm
Ribble Steam Railway

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. Timetable – NOTE:…

06
June

Summer Steam Saturday

10:00 am — 4:30 pm
Ribble Steam Railway

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. Timetable – NOTE:…

13
June

Summer Steam Saturday

10:00 am — 4:30 pm
Ribble Steam Railway

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. Timetable – NOTE:…

20
June

Steampunk Saturday (with Royal Saloon Dining)

10:00 am — 5:00 pm
Ribble Steam Railway

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…

20
June

Royal Saloon Dining - Father's Day Celebrations

11:00 am — 4:00 pm
Ribble Steam Railway

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 :-…

27
June

Bluey comes to Preston Riverside!

9:30 am — 5:00 pm
Ribble Steam Railway

Come and meet Bluey at intervals on Saturday 27th June throughout the day at Ribble Steam Railway! Begin your journey at Ribble Steam Railway & Museum, where you will experience…

18
July

Summer Steam Saturday

10:00 am — 4:30 pm
Ribble Steam Railway

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. Timetable – NOTE:…

25
July

Summer Steam Saturday with Royal Saloon Dining

10:00 am — 5:00 pm
Ribble Steam Railway

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. Timetable – NOTE:…

25
July

Royal Saloon Dining

11:00 am — 4:00 pm
Ribble Steam Railway

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 :-…

Facilities

Full Access
Ribble Steam Railway has full disabled facilities with easy access to all areas.

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

Discounts
All group sizes are welcome by prior arrangement. There is a group discount available.

  • 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

Are Welcome

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.