We’re really looking forward to our Summer Diesel Gala, which will take place over the weekend of 7, 8 and 9 August.
Gates will be open from 8.00am, as will our station café, serving a range of breakfast sandwiches, tea and coffee to fuel up your day.
Confirmed Locomotives
- Class 08
- Class 33
- Class 47
- Class 73
- Bubble Car plus Derby Lightweight
Guest Locomotive Confirmed
We’re delighted to confirm that we will be welcoming Class 20, number 20166, for our Summer Diesel Gala.
Originally built as D8166 in 1966 by the Vulcan Foundry, in Newton-le-Willows, it spent much of its life operating locally to our railway as it was allocated to the Nottingham Division, which included Derby.
Renumbered to 20166 in 1974, and following it’s career with British Rail, it was used for the construction of the Channel Tunnel. Later, it became part of the Harry Needle Railroad Company fleet, and still carries a distinctive de-branded orange livery.
More things to do during the Summer Diesel Gala
Apollo Bar
All weekend
Our Apollo Bar will be open all weekend with real ale being served, alongside a range of lagers, spirits, wine and soft drinks; the Buffet Car bar will also be open.
Friday 7 August
Train Ride for a Pint
Every pint purchased from the Apollo Bar gets you a free train ride to Ravenstor.
Available 6-9pm.
Saturday 8 August
The Jolly Fisherman Train
Enjoy two return trips hauled by the Class 20 and either fish and chips or sausage and chips at Duffield. Only £19.95 per person or stay all day and upgrade your Day Rover ticket for £14.95.
Buy Tickets HERE
Cab Rides
All Weekend
This is a unique opportunity to experience the power of these classic diesels and take in the views from the driving seat.
Prices are £30 (one way travel) and £60 (full round trip). Ask at the ticket office for details.
Tom Said’s Micropub will be selling a range of beers and ales at Duffield Station
And there’s much more…
The LMS 10,000 Group will have their main frames in the car park on public display and staff will be on hand to answer questions and show people around; they will also have the engine shed open to show visitors what they have been doing.
For more information about the LMS 10000 Group, follow this LINK.
We will also be welcoming the Derby Lightweight Preservation Group, who will have an exhibition stand on the platform to explain what they’re doing and there will be the chance to have a guided tour of their driving car in the main running shed.
Credits: Photos of 20166 appear courtesy of James Hartley & many thanks to Jon Gill for his generous loan of the locomotive
THE EVENT TIMETABLES
Download full timetable HERE