Ribble Steam Railway and Museum
Ribble Steam Railway and Museum, Heritage railway and museum in Preston, Lancashire, England
The Ribble Steam Railway extends along Preston's docks, featuring a swing bridge and industrial locomotives that operate on selected weekends throughout the year.
Since its establishment in 2005, the railway preserves the industrial heritage of Lancashire through its collection of engines and rolling stock from the region's past.
The railway museum contains exhibits about local industrial development, including displays about women's roles in the railway industry during the 20th century.
Visitors can reach the railway by taking bus routes 74, 75, or 100, while the nearest train station is Preston, located two miles from the site.
The collection includes Furness Railway No. 20, which holds the distinction of being the oldest operational steam engine in Great Britain.
Location: Lancashire
Inception: 2005
Fee: Yes
Address: Chain Caul Rd, Preston,Lancashire. PR2 2PD PR2 2PD Preston PR2 2PD Preston
Website: https://ribblesteam.org.uk
GPS coordinates: 53.75845,-2.73104
Latest update: May 11, 2025 21:04
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