Elsecar Heritage Railway, Heritage railway and museum in Elsecar, England.
The railway extends across 1 mile of track from Rockingham station, featuring both steam and diesel locomotives for passenger transport operations.
Established in 1850 to serve Earl Fitzwilliam's industrial operations, the railway underwent nationalization in 1948 before closing in 1984 due to colliery shutdowns.
The railway preserves the industrial transportation heritage of South Yorkshire through its collection of operational locomotives and Mk 1 coaches in British Railways livery.
Visitors can access the railway facilities at Rockingham station, which connects directly to the Elsecar Heritage Centre complex.
The site received funding to create a Coal Mining Memorial Park at Cortonwood Colliery, marking its connection to the 1984 miners' strike.
Location: Elsecar
Website: https://www.elsecarheritagerailway.co.uk
Address: The Railway Office, Wath Road, Elsecar, Barnsley S74 8HJ
Phone: 01226746746
Website: https://elsecarheritagerailway.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 53.49370,-1.41927
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:46
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