Steam Services
2025-09-26 10:50 - 17:00, 2025-09-27 10:50 - 17:00, 2025-09-28 10:50 - 17:00, 2025-10-03 10:50 - 17:00, 2025-10-04 10:50 - 17:00, 2025-10-10 10:50 - 17:00, 2025-10-11 10:50 - 17:00, 2025-10-12 10:50 - 17:00 (Europe/London) and 12 more dates | Wirksworth Station, Station Road, Coldwell Street, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4FB, United Kingdom
Today we will be operating our steam locomotives between Wirksworth and Duffield, as follows:

PRICES
Day Rover
Our Day Rover tickets are valid all day so give you the freedom to enjoy one return journey, ride more than once or hop and off to explore the local area.
Adults: £21.50
Concessions: £19.00
Children: £11.00
Family: £43.00 (two adults and up to three children)
Discounts are available when purchasing online in advance of the day you wish to travel.
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We also offer one-year unlimited travel passes which are available online or in the Ticket Office, priced at £85.00 per adult or £99.00 per family of five (two adults and up to three children).
Single (One Way)
Travel one way from either Wirksworth or Duffield.
Adults: £12.00
Concessions: £11.00
Children: £6.00
Family: £25 (two adults and up to three children)
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Duffield Shopper Special
2025-10-04 08:20, 2025-11-01 08:20 | Duffield Station, Station Approach, Duffield, Derbyshire, DE56 4EQ, United Kingdom
The Duffield Shopper Specials run on the first Saturday of each month, on the same day as the Wirksworth Farmers Market.
The trains leave Duffield at 8.20am, allowing ample time to explore this well-established and popular event, with artisans selling a wide range of products.
This monthly service runs in addition to the scheduled steam services, which run as follows:

To buy tickets follow this LINK and then scroll down to the Duffield Shopper Special

Model Railway Exhibition
2025-11-15 10:00 - 16:30
20th Wirksworth Model Railway Exhibition
Saturday 15 & Sunday 16 November
Taking place at three venues around Wirksworth (Wirksworth Town Hall, The Maltings & Memorial Hall) this popular annual event includes:

Model railway layouts in various scales
Specialist trade stands
New & second-hand railway books
Ecclesbourne Valley Railway Association stall
Refreshments at the Town Hall

There will be a free vintage bus service between Wirksworth Station and the Memorial Hall
Timings: Saturday 10am-4pm | Sunday 10am-4pm
Parking: Wirksworth Station, Station Road, Coldwell Street, Wirksworth, DE4 4FB
Prices: Adults £6.50 | Seniors/U15s £5.50 | Family (2+2) £18.00
List of exhibitors & trade stands follow this LINK

Model Railway Exhibition
2025-11-16 10:00 - 16:00
20th Wirksworth Model Railway Exhibition
Saturday 15 & Sunday 16 November
Taking place at three venues around Wirksworth (Wirksworth Town Hall, The Maltings & Memorial Hall) this popular annual event includes:

Model railway layouts in various scales
Specialist trade stands
New & second-hand railway books
Ecclesbourne Valley Railway Association stall
Refreshments at the Town Hall

There will be a free vintage bus service between Wirksworth Station and the Memorial Hall
Timings: Saturday 10am-4pm | Sunday 10am-4pm
Parking: Wirksworth Station, Station Road, Coldwell Street, Wirksworth, DE4 4FB
Prices: Adults £6.50 | Seniors/U15s £5.50 | Family (2+2) £18.00
* * * All model railway exhibition visitors can get a reduced rate for the Ecclesbourne Valley Railway * * *
List of exhibitors & trade stands follow this LINK

Christmas Countryman
2025-11-28 12:40 | Wirksworth Station, Station Road, Coldwell Street, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4FB, United Kingdom
Our Christmas Countryman service features our special festive menu, which you will enjoy as you travel to and from Duffield in style.
Once aboard you can sit back and relax, as you see the winter countryside slip past through the window of our beautifully restored carriages, whilst we serve a delicious three-course meal.
MENU
Starter
Spicy Parsnip Soup
Main Course
Traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings
Dessert
Christmas pudding & brandy sauce, followed by tea or coffee & mints
Vegetarian option
Starter
Spicy Parsnip Soup
Main Course
Cranberry & Brie Parcel
Dessert
Christmas pudding & brandy sauce, followed by tea or coffee & mints
Prices from £120.00 for two
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Santa's Enchanted Journey Community Special
2025-11-28 18:00 - 21:00 | Wirksworth Station, Station Road, Coldwell Street, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4FB, United Kingdom
On Friday 28 November we will be running the first of this season’s Santa’s Enchanted Journey, exclusively for local residents who benefit from half price tickets.
There is just one departure, leaving Wirksworth Station at 6pm.
Every passenger receives:

A festive welcome from our jolly elves to our beautifully decorated platform at Wirksworth Station
A return steam train ride from Wirksworth to Duffield in a seasonally decorated carriage
Festive entertainment from Mrs Claus and Santa’s team of jolly elves during the journey
A visit from Santa to your seat who will have a present for every child
Hot chocolate and cookies will be served during the journey

There will also be children’s activities on the platform before departure (additional fees apply) and we will have our Candy Cane Kiosk open on the platform where hot drinks and sweets can be purchased.
Book tickets by phone (01629 8323076) or call in to Wirksworth Station

Santa's Enchanted Journey
2025-11-29 10:30 - 17:00 | Ecclesbourne Valley Railway, Station Road, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4FB, United Kingdom
Returning for 2025, Santa’s Enchanted Journey is the perfect way for all the family to get into the Christmas spirit. Services will be running on selected dates between 29 November and 24 December 2025, as detailed on the calendar.
Every passenger receives:

A festive welcome from our jolly elves to our beautifully decorated platform at Wirksworth Station
A return steam train ride from Wirksworth to Duffield in a seasonally decorated carriage
Festive entertainment from Mrs Claus and Santa’s team of jolly elves during the journey
A visit from Santa to your seat who will have a present for every child
Hot chocolate and cookies will be served during the journey

There will also be children’s activities on the platform before departure (additional fees apply) and we will have our Candy Cane Kiosk open on the platform where hot drinks and sweets can be purchased.
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Santa's Enchanted Journey
2025-11-30 10:30 - 17:00

Festive Afternoon Tea
2025-12-05 12:45 - 15:30 | Wirksworth Station, Station Road, Coldwell Street, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4FB, United Kingdom
Treat yourself to an unforgettable Festive Afternoon Tea onboard our beautifully restored carriages.
You will be welcomed with a complimentary glass of fizz, before you indulge in a selection of sandwiches, with a variety of delicious fillings: Brie & Cranberry, Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese, Ham with Christmas Chutney and, of course, Turkey, Cranberry & Stuffing.
Savoury treats include: sausage rolls, mini quiches, pigs in blankets and pork pie, served with a side of chutney.
Our sweet treats include freshly baked orange and cranberry scones, served with jam and clotted cream, delicious Viennese mince pies, Individual trifles and a slice of traditional Christmas cake, all served with a choice of tea or coffee.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Friday 5 December
Location: Ecclesbourne Valley Railway, Station Road, Wirksworth, DE4 4FB
Timings: 12:45pm arrival for 13:15 departure
Prices: from £95 per couple
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Santa's Enchanted Journey
2025-12-06 10:30 - 17:00 | Wirksworth Station, Station Road, Coldwell Street, Wirksworth, Derbyshire, DE4 4FB, United Kingdom
