Foxfield Steam Railway

Caverswall Road
Blythe Bridge
Stoke-on-Trent
Staffordshire
ST11 9EBG

Tel: +44 (0)1782 259 667 Weekdays
+44 (0)1782 396 210 Weekends
Email: enquiries@foxfieldrailway.co.uk
Web: http://www.foxfieldrailway.co.uk


Experience the nostalgia of this unique Heritage Steam Railway for a five and a half mile round journey. The route winds gently through some of North Staffordshire's most picturesque countryside to the peaceful woodland halt of Dilhorne Park, before returning back to Caverswall Road Station. An extension to the railway is due to open soon and passengers will be able to experience the steep gradients that make Foxfield unique.

Caverswall Road Station is home to over 30 preserved steam and diesel locomotives, making it the largest collection in Staffordshire. Many are used for passenger service trains with a different locomotive nearly every week.

Steaming through the decades, celebrating 40 years of steam travel 1967 - 2007.

New! Education facilities for key stage 1 & 2

New! Meeting room ideal for small groups, training, social meetings.

New! Driver Experiance courses available. Please call for details 01782 259667.

General information:

  • Station accessible for wheelchair users, accessible toilets and parking at station
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Tea room
  • Shop
  • Award winning bar "the one leeged shunter"
  • Museum
  • Events



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    Opening Times
    (2008 times)
    Steam Trains every sunday until 1st Novemeber.Various events throughout the year inclcuding war weekend and a steam gala. Real Ale trains run throughout the year. Check website for more details.

    Admission Charges
    (2008 prices)
    Please telephone for details.

    Directions
    Leave A50 at Blythe Bridge and follow tourist signs.
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    Foxfield Steam Railway Postcode for SatNav: ST11 9EBG

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